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Posted 21 July, 2026

Senior / Principal Civil Structural Engineer

This is Alexander Faraday Recruitment
Kingston upon Thames, ENG, GB Full Time

Job Description

Our client has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Principal Civil & Structural Engineer to join their growing team, specialising in structural engineering projects in rail infrastructure.

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Duties:

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  • Technical leadership
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  • Team and project management - Key member of the structural design teams through all the project stages
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  • Undertake structural design for projects including rail infrastructure
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  • Comply with design standards and undertake and manage the drawings, specifications, and design deliverables
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  • Client and business engagement - Act as structural engineering contact and build and maintain strong relationships with clients and contractors
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Requirements:

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  • BEng or MEng in Civil or Structural Engineering
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  • Minimum of 5 years’ relevant experience in a design consultancy.
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  • Proficiency in design software and a high level of computer literacy.
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  • Knowledge of UK design codes, standards and industry specifications
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  • Membership of a relevant professional body (ICE or IStructE) or near chartered status
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  • A current clean UK driving license is advantageous
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