Principal Structural Engineer

Principal Structural Engineer focuses on review structural calculations, drawings, and specifications, with a particular focus on reinforced concrete (rc) design.

What the role involves

• Review structural calculations, drawings, and specifications, with a particular focus on reinforced concrete (RC) design.
• Expertise: Undertake structural inspections, site surveys, and supervision of construction activities. Support project planning, budgeting, and client communications.
• Collaborate: Liaise with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality, cost-effective solutions.
• Providing technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers.
• Quality: Ensure compliance with relevant UK design codes and standards (e.g. Eurocodes).
• Become part of our dynamic Water business, which boasts around 600 experts across the UK & Ireland.

Skills and requirements

• Degree (or equivalent) in Civil and/or Structural Engineering, or a similar discipline.
• Proven experience in structural engineering design.
• Design software including TEDDS and SCIA, or similar 3D finite element modelling tools.
• Strong understanding of UK structural design codes.

Confirmed role details

• AECOM is looking to appoint an ambitious Principal Structural Engineer to join our Edinburgh based structural engineering team – whilst also taking advantage of our flexible hybrid.

Candidate fit

• technical judgement, safe working habits, careful diagnostics, and practical problem-solving