Senior​/Principal Civil Engineer

Senior/Principal Civil Engineer

Tractebel, part of the ENGIE Group, is inviting experienced Civil Engineers to join our team in Bristol, UK. We are driving the energy transition and shaping a more sustainable world through projects in nuclear, renewables, power & gas, electrical grids, hydropower & dams, water resources & supply, desalination, high‑tech buildings, transport infrastructures, and ports & waterways.

• A dynamic environment built on team spirit where you can reach your highest potential.
• Opportunities for rapid career progression in challenging projects around the globe.
• Complementary training within the ENGIE Group and support for international career development.
• A competitive salary package, 28 days holiday plus bank holidays, and a subscription fee for one relevant professional institute per year.
• Autonomy and flexible work patterns.
• On‑site canteen and gym facilities to support well‑being.
• Regular team sports, after works, team‑building activities, and an annual party.

As a Senior/Principal Civil Engineer, you will design and deliver civil engineering solutions for the Hinkley Point C (HPC) and Sizewell C (SZC) nuclear power stations and future project pipeline. You will collaborate with clients, contractors, stakeholders and internal project teams to ensure successful project delivery.

• Provide technical leadership and manage work packages.
• Coordinate and communicate complex engineering problems among stakeholders.
• Review technical work and respond to site queries under fast‑paced conditions.
• Conduct and review structural analysis in FEM packages (Ansys experience is beneficial).
• Oversee reinforcement detailers and review detailing models and drawings.
• Direct teams in the design of reinforced concrete structures.
• Build strong relationships with clients and stakeholders.
• Support business development during the tendering process for future projects.

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering.
• Chartered with the ICE, IStruct
  
  E, or a willingness to obtain a chartership.
• Experience with Ansys or equivalent structural FEM software.
• Experience in reinforced concrete calculation and design.
• Familiarity with relevant technical Codes of Practice and Industry Standards (Eurocodes, British Standards, ETC‑C for HPC/SZC).

• A proactive individual who collaborates within a multicultural team.
• Agile and self‑motivated, focused on improving performance and generating innovative solutions.
• Experienced on major infrastructure projects with a record of delivering high‑quality deliverables on schedule.
• Enjoys new challenges, keen to learn, and willing to take responsibility while supporting others.
• Experienced in a highly regulated industry in the UK, e.g., nuclear.

Our top priorities are people, ethics, safety, and sustainability. At Tractebel, you are uniquely positioned to make a positive impact on global net‑zero targets. We welcome all applicants, remain committed to an inclusive workplace, and celebrate diversity as a driver of performance and innovation.