Principal Structural Engineer - Energy & Resources

Principal Structural Engineer - Energy & Resources

Stantec, Birmingham, England, United Kingdom

Are you ready to lead transformative projects in renewable energy? We’re looking for a Principal Structural Engineer to join our Energy team, driving the design and delivery of hydropower and dam projects across the UK. This is your chance to make an impact on sustainable infrastructure while working in a collaborative, people‑focused environment.

As a member of our Structural Engineering team, you lead on the delivery of high‑quality major structural engineering projects across the energy sector, with a focus on hydropower & dams. You will work with clients across the UK and play a key role in exceeding their requirements through the technical delivery of projects.

You’ll report directly to our Energy Structural Engineering Lead, developing our structural knowledge and capability, and supporting internal opportunities in sectors beyond energy. The role can be based at any of our UK offices, with flexible hybrid working options.

In this role you will carry out structural engineering design for concrete, steel and masonry structures within the energy sector. You will also carry out structural inspections and produce accurate reports that define requirements for asset maintenance and modification to meet client and regulatory standards.

• Lead the structural engineering design and delivery of major energy projects, from concept and scheme design to detailed design, tender, and construction packages.
• Oversee the preparation of calculation packages for submission to regulatory authorities and ensure compliance with relevant codes and standards.
• Provide technical oversight and review contributions from project engineers and technicians.
• Promote innovation in design while maintaining high‑quality standards and adhering to Stantec’s quality assurance processes.

• Manage and develop graduate engineers, engineers, and technicians within your team.
• Take ownership of resource planning, ensuring the efficient allocation of team capacity across projects.
• Contribute to divisional initiatives such as task groups and design innovation.

• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, architects, and contractors.
• Support the preparation of fee proposals, bids, and ITTs.
• Participate in client networking and represent the team at industry events, focusing on cultivating new opportunities.

• MEng or BEng in Civil or Structural Engineering.
• Chartered or Incorporated Engineer (or actively working towards it) with either the IStruct
  
  E or ICE.
• Proven experience in structural design across various sectors, ideally including hydropower and dams.
• Proficiency in analysis, modelling, and hand calculations.
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams on projects.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage clients and inspire team members.

• Our People Culture: A close‑knit team and a friendly, collaborative environment.
• Growth:
  Energy business on an exciting growth journey.
• Awards:
  International Consulting Firm of the Year and Best place to work – Large Consulting Firms at the 2024 NCE awards; recognized among the top 10 Corporate Knights most sustainable companies.
• Great Benefits:
  Competitive salary, pension plan, holidays, free private medical insurance, discounted gym membership and more.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• Great Projects:
  Delivering major energy projects across the UK that make a real difference to the UK’s sustainable infrastructure and energy security.
• Industry‑leading training and development, and paid professional subscriptions.

The Stantec community unites more than 34,000 employees working in over 450 locations across 6 continents. We build the development and infrastructure needed to support sustainable, healthy, and prosperous communities. Our teams deliver effective and relevant solutions, translating client visions into valued consents, deliverable plans, and efficient designs based on technical excellence and market insights.

Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for current and future employment and prohibits discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression. We comply with all laws and regulations and ensure equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment.

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