Principal Bridge Engineer

NRL Recruitment · Reading

Principal Bridge Engineer at NRL Recruitment, based in Reading. This is a permanent role.

Salary
Competitive
Location
Reading
Contract
Permanent
Posted
1 month ago
Closes
17 Sep 2026

Reference 5c6155e1c1d768268fb9ed017a4b5043f5bf26df

About the role

Principal Bridge EngineerRole Summary
Experienced Senior / Principal Engineer providing technical leadership to deliver defined packages of bridge and structural engineering work. Accountable for quality, programme, and technical oversight within a multi-disciplinary team. 
Key Responsibilities 

Lead delivery of small to medium work packages (inspection, assessment, design, or renewal schemes) to programme and budget
Provide technical direction, checking, and approval of designs, calculations, and reports
Mentor and guide junior engineers; support capability within the teams
Act as a key interface with clients and internal disciplines
Ensure compliance with standards, specifications, and governance processes
Contribute to planning, risk management, and commercial awareness on projects 

 
Required Experience & Skills 

Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering (or equivalent)
Chartered Engineer (CEng MICE / MIStructE)
Strong background in bridge/structures design, assessment, or asset management
Demonstrable experience leading technical delivery of projects
Proficient in relevant design codes, analysis methods, and reporting
Effective communicator with ability to work across disciplines 

 
Desirable 

Experience working with Local Authority or rail-related structures
Familiarity with asset management systems and inspection regimes
Experience acting as CRE, checker, or design lead on projects 

 
About NRLThe NRL Group connect global companies with the right people to bring engineering projects to life. Supporting contracting companies with energy transition plans and working with our clients to create a cleaner, greener future. We welcome applications from every walk of life and are committed to diversity within the industries we support, as a certified Inclusive Recruiter and Armed Forces friendly employer. You can ensure you stay safe when job searching online by visiting the JobsAware website.

Reference: 5c6155e1c1d768268fb9ed017a4b5043f5bf26df · Posted 1 month ago · Closes 17 Sep 2026 · Listed via NRL Recruitment

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