Senior Civil Ports & Maritime Engineer

About the opportunity

Our company provides design and engineering services for nuclear and defence clients across the UK and abroad. The team is experiencing growth and long‑term prospects.

Location:

South England (Portsmouth focus). Hybrid working with 1‑2 days in the office; occasional site visits may be necessary.

• Working with the seasoned Ports and Maritime Engineers and Technicians.
• Deliver high‑quality engineering solutions across the full project lifecycle.
• Build strong client relationships and support the business.
• Produce technical designs, calculations, and reports to British Standards and Eurocodes.
• Work with junior engineers and contribute to continuous improvement.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety legislation and quality systems.

• Civil or Structural Engineer with a strong MEng background. Working towards Chartership.
• Broad experience in civil engineering design and construction.
• Proven heavy civils experience.
• Strong technical expertise in structural and maritime design or similar industry experience.
• Experience working in multidisciplinary teams and managing budgets.
• Must be a UK National and have the ability to obtain SC level security clearance (resident in the UK for the preceding 5 years).

• Familiarity with PIANC guidance and seismic design.
• Experience with BIM, STAAD.Pro, SAP
  2000, LUSAS, WALLAP, PLAXIS 2D.
• Background in nuclear industry and safety case documentation.

• Competitive salary and benefits package, with unrivalled salary sacrifice schemes available.
• Free single medical cover and digital GP service.
• Generous pension contributions.
• Enhanced parental leave and family‑friendly policies.
• Professional development support and membership reimbursement.
• Access to a flexible benefits programme tailored to your needs, including buying/selling up to 10 days extra holidays.
• Hybrid and flexible working options to support work‑life balance.

If you’re passionate about engineering excellence and want to be part of a team that’s shaping the future of defence infrastructure, we’d love to hear from you.

We are a Disability Confident employer and will interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for a vacancy. We welcome applications from candidates seeking flexible working or from those who may not meet all the listed requirements. If you require further support or reasonable adjustments with regard to the recruitment process, please contact the team.