Lead Engineer - Civil and Structural; Infrastructure

Position: Lead Engineer - Civil and Structural (Infrastructure)
## Lead Engineer - Civil and Structural (Infrastructure)
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Derby, UK:
Manchester, UK:
Warrington, UKtime type:
Full time posted on:
Posted 2 Days Agojob requisition :
JR101527
** Role:
Lead Engineer – Civil and Structural (Infrastructure
**** Locations:
Hybrid Working with one of the following as primary:
Derby, Warrington and Manchester
**** Our Mission
** Our mission is to deliver clean, affordable energy for all. Our Small Modular Reactor (SMR) provides a British solution to a global energy challenge. We are in pole position to become a world leader in SMRs and a leading UK green export technology, helping to shape a more sustainable future.
** The Team
** The Civil & Structural Engineering team sits at the core of our engineering capability, delivering complex infrastructure solutions across a highly regulated and technically demanding environment. Focused on innovation and integration, the team brings together deep technical expertise to design, develop and deliver critical infrastructure for first-of-a-kind nuclear programmes.
** The Opportunity
** In this context, we are looking for a
** Lead Engineer – Civil and Structural (Infrastructure)
** to support our Manager – Civil & Structural within the GBE-N programme. This role provides technical leadership across site-wide civil infrastructure, playing a key role in shaping and delivering integrated design solutions across a nationally significant project.
** What You’ll Be Helping Us Deliver
** We’ll need you to:
* Leading the design development, assurance and justification of site-wide civil infrastructure, including roads, drainage, utilities and ancillary structures
* Managing engineering work packages, ensuring delivery aligns with programme expectations, quality standards and safety requirements
* Coordinating across disciplines, proactively managing interfaces to ensure seamless integration into the overall site layout
* Resolving complex technical challenges, applying sound engineering judgement to deliver robust, compliant solutions
* Supporting and developing engineers, contributing to a high-performing, inclusive and collaborative team environment
** What You’ll Bring
** This is a high-impact role requiring strong technical leadership, a collaborative approach and the ability to bring clarity and direction within complex, fast-moving environments.
** What We’re Looking For
*** Chartered Civil Engineer, or equivalent demonstrable experience within infrastructure design
* We’ll ask you about your experience leading civil engineering delivery across large or complex infrastructure projects
* Strong knowledge of infrastructure design, including roads, drainage, utilities, earthworks and associated codes and standards
* Experience navigating technical governance processes and confidently justifying engineering solutions with internal and external stakeholders
* Familiarity with regulatory engagement, planning requirements or working alongside statutory bodies and utility providers is advantageous
* Understanding of safety-led design principles, including integration of conventional health and safety considerations, with nuclear experience beneficial
** Location
* * We offer flexible working arrangements, with an expectation of regular office or site attendance to support collaboration, stakeholder engagement and programme delivery.
** What’s In It For You?
*** We anticipate paying a salary of between £60,000-£75,000
* Bonus - Performance related target opportunity 7%
* Benefits Allowance – £2,200 per annum, enabling you to create a bespoke package
* Pension - 12% employer and 6% employee contributions.
* Holidays - 28 days holiday (+ public holidays) and the ability to buy or sell up to 4 days.
* Private Medical Insurance - BUPA single cover health care
* Life Assurance - 6x pensionable pay* £250 - One-off payment for new starters for home office purchases

You’ll be joining a forward-thinking, purpose-driven organisation where innovation, inclusion and continuous development are central—offering meaningful career growth while delivering a programme of national importance.
** Selection Process
** The selection process will include an initial conversation with…