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Principal Structural Engineer

Penguin Recruitment Ltd
Posted 13 days ago, valid for 7 days
Location

Northwich, Cheshire CW98UD, England

Salary

£60,000 - £72,000 per annum

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Contract type

Full Time

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  • The Principal Structural Engineer position in Cheshire offers a competitive salary of up to £85,000.
  • Candidates are required to have a degree in Civil or Structural Engineering and must be chartered (MICE or MIStructE) or possess equivalent experience.
  • The role demands strong leadership skills and a proven track record in managing complex projects, particularly in extreme load scenarios.
  • Key responsibilities include collaborating with clients, leading design efforts, and mentoring junior engineers while maintaining project quality standards.
  • The position also provides opportunities for professional growth, flexible working options, and additional benefits like private healthcare and a performance-based bonus scheme.

Principal Structural Engineer - Cheshire

REF: S0 31Salary: Up to £85,000

I am seeking a highly skilled and motivated Principal Structural Engineer to join a prestigious Structural Engineering consultancy based in Cheshire, specialising in Extreme Loads and Blast Engineering. Known for their expertise, this consultancy handles high-profile projects across the UK and internationally, focusing on extreme load scenarios.

Qualifications and Experience Required for this Principal Structural Engineer include:

  • Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering
  • Chartered status (MICE or MIStructE) or equivalent experience to meet chartered review requirements
  • Strong leadership skills with experience working directly with clients and project teams to devise innovative solutions for complex challenges
  • Proficient in steel and concrete design according to Eurocodes or UFC 3-340-02
  • Proven experience managing the commercial aspects of project delivery
  • Excellent communication, attention to detail, and a proactive approach
  • Willingness to undergo UK security vetting (SC level or higher)

Key Responsibilities for this Principle Structural Engineer:

  • Collaborate with clients to define project requirements, influence results, and deliver customized solutions
  • Work closely with design teams to develop strategies for protective designs
  • Lead design responsibilities, including specification development, compliance monitoring, and site visits
  • Support Tier 1, 2, and 3 contractors in meeting project specifications
  • Collaborate with manufacturers on new product developments
  • Manage project workload to meet deadlines while upholding quality standards
  • Conduct detailed structural calculations, including hand calculations, finite element analysis, and computational fluid dynamics
  • Perform vehicle dynamics assessments for hostile vehicle mitigation design
  • Lead and mentor a team of engineers, including graduates and senior engineers
  • Participate in senior management activities

Salary and Benefits:

  • Competitive salary, depending on experience
  • 25 days of holiday, plus Bank Holidays
  • Training for membership of the Register of Security Engineers and Specialists
  • Flexible working options, including work-from-home
  • Private healthcare
  • Performance-based bonus scheme
  • Life insurance
  • Pension contributions

This role offers significant opportunities for professional growth in a supportive and collaborative environment. If you are interested in the Principal Structural Engineer position or would like more information, please contact Sam Osborne at or email your CV to

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