Principal Structural Engineer

Job Description Principal Structural Engineer – Bristol We invite you to bring your talent and passion into play as you take a leading role in delivering and shaping a wide range of interesting projects across the UK and internationally. If you are an experienced structural engineer looking for the opportunity to combine technical leadership, project delivery, client engagement and team development, our Principal Structural Engineer position in Bristol could be a great fit.

A great place to build your career You’ll join our Industry & Infrastructure Facilities (I&IF) team in Bristol – a growing regional team with a real sense of community and a strong focus on technical excellence. Our work spans a diverse range of sectors, including rail, aviation, energy, manufacturing, data centres and other critical infrastructure. The variety of our work means there is plenty of opportunity to apply your experience in new ways and develop your expertise.

We work on projects ranging from early feasibility and concept development through to detailed design and construction, often alongside major clients, contractors and multidisciplinary teams. The wider I&IF service line brings together expertise across structures, civils, MEP, sustainability and other specialist areas, with opportunities to collaborate across the UK and internationally. Why Bristol? Bristol offers something a little different. We’re a smaller regional team, so there is a genuine sense of community and plenty of opportunity to influence how we work and where we go next.

You’ll be surrounded by technically strong people who are generous with their knowledge and keen to support each other. Whether you want to deepen your technical expertise, develop your project leadership, build client relationships or help others progress their careers, there are people around you who can help. We also believe work should be enjoyable. Our active Bristol social team organises everything from padel and other sporting activities to pub quizzes and informal social events.

Our new office is in a great location, close to Temple Meads and Bristol city centre, providing a collaborative base for our growing team.

Your role As a Principal Structural Engineer, you will:
Lead the structural design and delivery of projects or significant elements of projects. Develop and agree structural concepts, design philosophies and technical solutions. Apply advanced engineering judgement to technically challenging and complex problems. Take responsibility for the technical quality of your work and the work of others. Act as a technical lead and trusted adviser to clients, representing Ramboll at project meetings and helping to develop long-term relationships.

Inspire, support and coach engineers and technicians, helping to develop technical capability within the Bristol team. Work collaboratively with architects, contractors and other disciplines to deliver integrated and practical solutions. Promote innovative and sustainable approaches to design, including low-carbon solutions, reuse and efficient use of materials. Contribute to the continued growth and development of the Bristol I&IF team. What we’re looking for For this role, we believe your starting point is:
Chartered with the IStructE, ICE or an international equivalent. Significant experience as a structural engineer, with a strong track record of delivering technically challenging projects. A high level of technical competence and sound engineering judgement across steel, concrete and/or timber. Experience taking technical responsibility for projects and leading design teams. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain complex engineering principles clearly to clients, colleagues and other…