Principal Engineer

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Job Description

We’re Hiring: Principal Engineer (Transportation Infrastructure)

Location: South Wales | Full Time | Permanent | Sector: Transportation Engineering

Are you ready to lead a high-performing team that keeps critical infrastructure safe, compliant, and future-ready?


We’re looking for an experienced Principal Engineer to lead the inspection, maintenance, and improvement of a major network assets. This is a leadership role focused on delivering operational excellence, safety culture transformation, and long-term asset performance.


Key Responsibilities:

✔ Lead the delivery of building & civils inspection, maintenance, and renewals

✔ Develop and implement annual business plans aligned with safety, compliance, and budget targets

✔ Drive cultural transformation in safety and engineering assurance

✔ Ensure compliance with standards, CDM regulations, and the Engineering Management Plan

✔ Lead and develop a skilled, competent, and flexible engineering team

✔ Collaborate with stakeholders and suppliers to innovate and improve performance

✔ Create and implement weather resilience and system integration strategies


✅ What You’ll Bring:

Essential:

  • Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering + relevant professional qualification
  • Strong technical experience in infrastructure inspections and maintenance
  • Proven leadership and communication skills
  • Full UK Driving Licence
  • High-level proficiency in Microsoft Office tools


Desirable:

  • Experience with Enterprise Asset Management Systems
  • Background in railway operations or safety-critical engineering roles


Why Join Us?

You'll play a key role in shaping the future of our infrastructure, working on essential projects that make a difference in people’s lives every day. If you're a proactive, strategic leader ready to drive performance and culture, we want to hear from you.


Apply now or connect with us to learn more!

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Location:
Newport
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Engineering

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