AtkinsRéalis
Senior/Principal Civil Design Engineer
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Senior/Principal Engineer – Central Rail Systems Alliance
Delivering Multi-Million Rail Core & Enhancement Projects
Overview
AtkinsRéalis Transportation brings together Rail, Highway, and Local Transport teams into a single force of engineering professionals, transport planners, and consultants. The unique blend of transportation services, backed by our scale, positions us as the leading UK infrastructure consultancy. We foster a culture rooted in collaboration, innovation, and shaping the future of mobility.
The Central Rail Systems Alliance (CRSA), formed by partners Network Rail, Balfour Beatty, AtkinsRéalis, and TSO, is tasked with delivering multi-disciplinary railway upgrade projects across Network Rail’s devolved routes in the North West & Central and Eastern Regions. This includes switches and crossings, plain line renewals, and major enhancement projects.
We are seeking a Senior/Principal Engineer to join our CRSA team, contributing to the design, delivery, and oversight of multi-million-pound civil engineering projects and programmes in both regions.
Key Responsibilities
- Utilise technical and delivery expertise to drive civil design packages for core renewals and enhancement schemes.
- Lead and collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to ensure integrated, high-quality design solutions.
- Manage design packages and entire projects, including:
- Supporting project resourcing, financial control, and budget management.
- Ensuring projects are delivered profitably, to programme, and within quality frameworks.
- Structural civil design, especially in the rail environment, with an appreciation for feasibility through detailed design phases.
- A firm grounding in civil engineering design and experience in large-scale, multidisciplinary projects.
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Requirements & Qualifications
Technical & Professional Qualifications
- BEng/MEng or MSc in civil engineering (or equivalent), or commitment to achieving this.
- Chartered or incorporated status (or working towards it) with ICE/IstructE membership, or eagerness to progress in scale.
Essential Skills & Experience
- Demonstrated ability to produce and review documentation (drawings, sketches, calculations, reports, specifications).
- Technical review skills for civil design packages, including compliance with Eurocodes and Network Rail standards.
- Strong experience in multidisciplinary projects, particularly in rail infrastructure.
- Chartered civil engineer (ICE/IStructE or equivalent).
- Proven track record in major construction/infrastructure projects.
- Leadership and mentorship capabilities, including:
- Developing design, digital engineering, and quality teams in alignment with personal/personal and business needs.
- Growing expertise through training needs assessment and implementation.
Soft Skills
- Plus-grade communication (verbal and written) skills — navigates clients, stakeholders, and cross-disciplinary teams.
- Disciplined budgetary and programme management with resilience and curiosity.
- Problem-solving mindset — able to challenge assumptions and pioneer innovative solutions.
- Collaborative and team-oriented, thriving in a geographically dispersed environment.
Rewards & Benefits
We support growth at all career stages with:
- Competitive salary and rewards tailored to professional development needs.
- Tailored healthcare, financial, and wellbeing benefits to support diverse lifestyles.
- Hybrid working (hybrid/commute options) with flexible holiday allowances.
- Extensive training and upskilling opportunities to develop a thriving, skilled workforce.
- Commitment to inclusive values with:
- Family-friendly policies and equal opportunities.
- Flexible work arrangements and employee resource groups (ERGs).
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About AtkinsRéalis
AtkinsRéalis is a world-class engineering services and nuclear company, pioneering sustainable solutions that connect data, people, and technology. Our portfolio encompasses infrastructure optimisation, energy innovation, and nuclear consultancy, delivered across:
- Engineering services
- Nuclear and capital projects
We are committed to engineering a better future by bringing expertise, purpose, and scale to our clients’ challenges. Learn more: [AtkinsRéalis Global](https://www.mck pausa.com)
Security Considerations
- This position may require security clearance (the UKSV vetting process may apply).
- Proof of UK residency for 5+ years may be requested.
- Do not disclose any existing security clearances during application.
Equal Opportunities Statement
We celebrate diversity and are dedicated to providing a culture where equality of opportunity is central. This includes:
- Strategies to support neurodiversity (e.g., ICT vagaries).
- Disability Confident Leader commitment: Candidates meeting essential criteria are guaranteed interview consideration.
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