Lead Engineer - Civil​/Structural

Be the Driving Force in Power Projects – Principal Engineer (Civil / Structural)

Baker Hicks are looking for a Chartered Principal Civil or Structural Engineer to lead the delivery of power sector projects from either our Warwick, London or Scotland office. This is a senior role where you’ll take ownership of projects, guide multi-disciplinary teams, and act as the key point of contact for clients.

• Lead civil and structural engineering input on power projects
• Provide technical direction and ensure quality across all design stages
• Mentor, support and develop junior engineers within the team
• Collaborate with clients, contractors, and stakeholders to deliver successful outcomes
• Support business development and contribute to the growth of our power offering

• Chartered Engineer (ICE or IStruct
  
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• Strong consultancy background in civil or structural engineering
• Experience in the power sector, or interest in applying your expertise to this field
• Proven leadership and project management skills
• Excellent communication and client-facing ability

• 🌍 Opportunity to lead and grow our power sector projects
• 🚀 Senior role with real influence, autonomy, and career progression
• Hybrid working, with offices in Warwick, London and Scotland

We will also consider chartered Senior or Associate Engineers.

Apply today and take the lead in powering the future with Baker Hicks.

Please be advised that while Baker Hicks endeavours to process applications promptly, the upcoming festive season, our annual shutdown, and the planned leave of our hiring teams will delay the review of new applications until January 2026.

Feedback and interviews are expected to commence the week of January 13th, 2026.

Baker Hicks has been delivering excellence in engineering, design, and project delivery since 1957. With 14 offices across the UK and Europe, we offer you the chance to work on meaningful projects that enhance communities and contribute to sustainable growth.

Many of the positions within our company are subject to security clearance. This means that your eligibility for certain roles may be affected by various factors. The successful candidate must be able to achieve and maintain security clearance for this role as required by our clients and sectors.

Further details are available at United Kingdom Security Vetting : clearance levels -  (  )

Whatever your discipline, you’ll be alongside some of the most talented people in the industry. Our network of offices are appealing, friendly and comfortable spaces, easily accessible by car or public transport. And our salary and benefits packages are some of the best in the industry.

What you get will depend on what you do, with individual performance-related rewards also on offer in addition to :

• Company car or cash allowance
• Up to 6% matched contributory pension plan
• Life assurance scheme
• 25 days annual leave plus ability to buy additional leave
• Discount scheme (including gym membership, mobile phones etc)
• Flexible / hybrid working
• Family friendly policies
• Employee assistance
• Professional development

Baker Hicks is an equal opportunity employer. We care about creating an inclusive atmosphere and are committed to promoting diversity and inclusion throughout.

Baker Hicks is an inclusive organisation welcoming talent from all backgrounds. Applicants are assessed on the basis of personal merit and qualifications.