NUVIA UK - Senior Structural Engineer
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 21, 2026. First seen by Alion on Sep 27, 2026. Vinci scores B on the Alion truth index.
Senior Structural Engineer
Milton Park, Oxfordshire
Hybrid // Permanent
There has never been a more exciting time to join NUVIA UK. As a result of significant growth and major contract awards, including the STEP fusion programme and major frameworks supporting the UK's defence and nuclear infrastructure, we are expanding our capability and delivering some of the UK's most innovative and strategically important programmes. Operating across the nuclear, defence and energy sectors, our work supports critical national infrastructure, strengthens energy security and contributes to the UK's long-term resilience.
From helping to deliver the UK's ambitious fusion energy programme to supporting major defence and nuclear infrastructure projects, our teams work at the forefront of complex, safety-critical challenges. Our diverse portfolio offers the opportunity to develop specialist expertise, work alongside industry-leading professionals and build a rewarding career while contributing to projects of national significance.
Join NUVIA and be part of a growing organisation where you can make a lasting impact on society, industry and future generations, while benefiting from meaningful career development.
Description of the assignment
Senior Structural Engineers make up the body of the engineering department and are responsible for carrying out the day-to-day developments of the design through the design process.
The Senior Structural Engineer is fundamentally a hands-on analysis and design-based role within the Civil & Structural department that generally includes interfacing with other engineering disciplines in the project design team.
The Senior Structural Engineer also has a shared managerial responsibility in respect of Graduates, Apprentices and/or Designers in the team as and when required to do so.
To be considered for the Senior Structural Engineer position the applicant must be delivering functions above that of a Design Engineer.
Reporting to
Principal Engineer.
Key Accountabilities
- Preparation of design documentation throughout the design process
- Development of designs to satisfy technical specifications
- Prepare supporting design calculations to substantiate design
- Contribution to design reviews
- Preparation of technical specifications
- Preparation of risk assessments, technical files and other technical documentation required by safety legislation and procedures
Essential
- Knowledge of the fundamentals of structures and foundations using
- Reinforced Concrete and Structural Steel.
- Design experience in Reinforced Concrete and Structural Steel.
- Knowledge and understanding of Structural steel connections and connection types.
- Demonstrable competence gained in a design delivery position
- Ability to work to tight deadlines,
- A strong team player.
Desirable
- Nuclear experience or experience from within a highly regulated industry,
- A full UK driving licence and willingness to travel with overnight stays overs occasionally
- Experience of supervision.
Occupational Skills and Knowledge
- A recognised Engineering Certificate such as HNC / HND / Degree
Nuvia - a subsidiary of VINCI construction - is an international company that operates across highly regulated sectors including Civil Nuclear and has a strong presence and history of delivery at nuclear sites in the UK and internationally.
Nuvia is a performance-driven company that is committed to the development of its people within a culture of safety, innovation, and excellence.
Benefits include:
- 8.5% Pension Contribution & Life Assurance
- Private Medical Scheme*
- Employee Share Scheme
- Salary Sacrifice Schemes: Electrical Vehicles, Technology and Cycle to Work
- 18 Weeks Full Maternity Pay* (+21w SMP)
- 25 days holiday (increasing to 28 days after 5 years’ service, 31 days after 10 years’ service)
- Option to buy, sell and carry over up to 5 days annual leave per year
- In partnership with trade unions
- Personal Development & Further Education Support
- Long Service & Recognition Awards
- Free Employee Assistance Programme
- Flexible hybrid & agile working
*After 1 year of service.