Principal Structural Engineer - Building Structures

Job Description

WSP is a global engineering and professional services firm offering the opportunity to work on landmark projects with multidisciplinary teams.

• Undertake structural engineering design for discrete packages of work, producing reports, calculation packages and specifications.
• Supervise technicians in the production of 3D models and drawings that communicate structural engineering solutions.
• Work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams to produce coordinated design solutions.
• Communicate design solutions verbally, through sketching, drawing, writing and presentations.
• Inspect construction sites to carry out inspections during the construction phase and assess existing structures.
• Report directly to the lead structural engineer and collaborate with external consultants and multidisciplinary design teams.

• Engineering degree with Chartered status (MIStructE / MICE).
• Working knowledge of structural engineering principles and application of Eurocodes.
• Developing understanding of appropriate analytical techniques and design software.
• Interest in low‑carbon design and assessment of embodied carbon.
• Willingness to take responsibility for designs and support less experienced team members.
• Security clearance will be required prior to appointment.

• Hybrid working: up to two days a week from home.
• Flexible working arrangements and part‑time options.
• Health and wellbeing support through Thrive programme, Virtual GP service, Gymflex scheme and menopause support package.
• Participation in employee resource groups and inclusive culture.
• Opportunity for professional development, training, mentoring and chartership.

We are an equal opportunity employer. Here at WSP we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, 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.