Principal Structural Engineer

Principal Structural Engineer - Energy (WSP - UK & Ireland)Join to apply for the Principal Structural Engineer - Energy role at WSP in the UK & Ireland.Job DescriptionWhat if you could do the kind of work the world needs? At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you.WSP is one of the world's leading engineering professional services consultancies. In the UK, our Building Structures team has been successfully delivering capital national infrastructure projects in the Energy sector—particularly within Transmission and Distribution—since the early 1990s. Over this time, our design teams have become recognised as exemplars in the delivery of large, complex, multi‑disciplinary projects.We are now entering an exciting phase of growth and are looking to expand our team of Professional Structural Engineers and Technicians. If you have the ambition and commitment to be part of addressing the UK’s largest capital infrastructure challenges, and want to grow your career with a leading consultancy, we would love to hear from you.The RoleAs a Principal Structural Engineer, you will play a key leadership role in the design and delivery of structural solutions for major energy infrastructure projects. These include Transmission and Distribution networks, Overhead Line (OHL) systems, power stations, and other critical assets in the UK’s energy transition.You will work closely with multidisciplinary teams, clients, and stakeholders to ensure high-quality, innovative, and sustainable outcomes.Key ResponsibilitiesLead structural engineering design on major energy infrastructure projects.Deliver structural solutions for substations, transmission and distribution facilities, OHL structures, and power stations.Provide technical leadership and mentoring to junior engineers and technicians.Manage project delivery, ensuring compliance with client requirements, industry standards, and WSP’s quality processes.Collaborate with other disciplines to deliver integrated design solutions.Engage with clients and stakeholders to understand project needs and provide expert guidance.Contribute to business development and proposal writing.Support the development of best practices and innovation within the team.About YouWe’re looking for someone who is passionate about engineering and infrastructure, with a strong technical background and leadership capabilities.Essential Qualifications & ExperienceChartered Engineer (CEng) or working towards chartership.Proven experience in structural engineering design and delivery.Ideally, Experience In One Or More Of The FollowingSubstationsTransmission and Distribution infrastructureOverhead Line (OHL) projectsPower stationsPetrochemical facilitiesStrong understanding of UK design codes and standards.Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.Ability to lead and inspire teams.What’s in it for you?A chance to work on nationally significant energy infrastructure projects.Career development opportunities within a global consultancy.Hybrid and flexible working arrangements.Competitive salary and benefits package.Supportive and inclusive team culture.About UsWe are one of the world’s leading engineering and professional services firms. Our 72,800 passionate people are united by the common purpose of creating positive, long‑lasting impacts on the communities we serve through a culture of innovation, integrity, and inclusion. With over 9,000 professionals across the UK and Ireland, we are dedicated to our local communities and propelled by international brainpower.Work‑life balanceAt WSP, we understand that work is just one aspect of your life. It’s important to make time for you, your family, friends, interests and your community. Our hybrid working policy offers the flexibility to work from home two days a week, while also providing opportunities to collaborate in our modern offices across the UK.Inclusivity & BelongingWe welcome applicants with varied backgrounds and experiences. We enable rewarding careers by encouraging people to bring their whole and authentic selves to work so that our work represents the fullest spectrum of society. We celebrate integrity and treat people with respect, supporting each other and embracing a culture of inclusion and belonging at WSP. We have our employee resource groups bring together employees and allies with different backgrounds to promote our culture of inclusivity.Health & WellbeingWe are committed to supporting our people, giving you the tools to make improvements to your health and wellbeing through our Thrive programme. Our Virtual GP service gives you access to an NHS or Irish Medical Council GP at a time and place that suits you – giving you peace of mind and quick access to medical advice when you need it most. We also provide reasonable workplace adjustments for those in need. Additionally, you can benefit from the Gymflex scheme, which offers up to 40% off annual gym memberships through our WSP flexible benefits program, as well as a comprehensive menopause support package.Flex your timeTo enhance work‑life balance, WSP offers the “WSP My Hour,” allowing you to take one hour each day for personal activities, with the flexibility to make up the time earlier or later that day. We also provide part‑time and flexible working arrangements, the option to purchase additional leave, and the ability to use your bank holiday entitlement to suit you.Your developmentWe understand the importance of development and training to you. That’s why we foster a supportive environment that invests in your growth, whether through training, mentoring, or Chartership.Senior LevelMid‑senior levelEmployment TypeFull‑timeJob FunctionEngineering and Information TechnologyIndustriesProfessional ServicesEqual Opportunity StatementHere at WSP we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender re‑assignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. As a Disability Confident leader, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria; please let us know if you require any workplace adjustments in support of your application. #J-18808-Ljbffr