Principal Structural Engineer – Defence Sector

Location: Birmingham | Hybrid Working

Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Salary: £55,000 - £65,000

I am seeking a Principal Structural Engineer to join our clients Birmingham office and lead the structural design and delivery of secure, complex projects within the defence sector. This is a senior technical role within a respected multi-disciplinary consultancy known for delivering innovative, resilient infrastructure across the UK.

You’ll play a pivotal role in shaping and delivering defence infrastructure, from secure facilities to mission-critical assets, working closely with clients including the MOD, DIO, and key defence contractors.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the structural design of defence-related buildings and infrastructure projects from concept to completion.
• Manage and mentor a team of structural engineers and technicians, fostering a culture of technical excellence.
• Act as a key client interface, ensuring high-quality service and compliance with security and design standards.
• Collaborate with other disciplines (civil, MEP, environmental) in a multi-disciplinary environment.
• Support business development, bid preparation, and resource planning for structural workstreams.

About You:

• Chartered Structural or Civil Engineer (IStructE or ICE).
• Strong technical background in building structures, ideally including experience in secure or defence-related facilities.
• Proven ability to lead teams and manage complex structural engineering projects.
• Proficient in structural design software (e.g., Tekla, Revit, Robot, or similar).
• Understanding of applicable building regulations, Eurocodes, and security-related compliance.
• Eligible for, or currently holding, UK security clearance (SC or higher) is highly desirable.

What They Offer:

• Competitive salary and annual bonus scheme.
• Flexible hybrid working, with a central Birmingham office hub.
• Excellent benefits including enhanced pension, private healthcare, and generous annual leave.
• A supportive environment for continued professional development and career growth.
• Opportunities to work on nationally important, technically complex defence and secure infrastructure projects.

If you’re ready to lead critical structural engineering work that directly contributes to the UK's defence and security capabilities, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today to join a team committed to engineering excellence and national resilience.