Principal Civil Engineer

Jacobs Birmingham, England Dec 23, 2025

Type Full Time
Pay Not listed
Work Hybrid
Level Senior

As a Principal Civil Engineer, the work centres on leading civil/structural design packages from concept through detailed design and construction support for National Grid and DNO clients. It would suit someone who can bring careful technical judgement and practical problem-solving to the role.

Known job details

  • Work model: Remote
  • Additional detail: Additional staff or wellbeing benefits may be available.

Likely focus of the role

  • Leading civil/structural design packages from concept through detailed design and construction support for National Grid and DNO clients.
  • Review calculations, drawings, and specifications for foundations, bunds/oil containment, drainage/SuDS, and structural framing, ensuring compliance with Eurocodes and DNO standard.
  • Conduct design reviews and risk assessments.

Requirements mentioned

  • Relevant technical, electrical, mechanical, maintenance, gas, plumbing, or engineering experience may be required.
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