CS&A Responsible Engineer
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Salary
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£50,400
Going rate
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This role likely qualifies for a Skilled Worker visa
SOC 2121 (96% match) is an eligible occupation, with a going rate of £50,400, and Assystem Energy & Infrastructure Limited is a licensed sponsor. That is our reading of the rules. Whether they issue a Certificate of Sponsorship is still their call.
New graduate or PhD holder? Pick one of the lower rates.
What each route needs for this job
| Occupation code | New entrant 70% of going rate | STEM PhD 80% of going rate | Relevant PhD 90% of going rate | Standard rate 100% of going rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
2121 Civil engineers Most likely code | £35,200 | £40,300 | £45,300 | £50,400 |
We use the lowest threshold across the plausible codes. Likelihood is Possible at most when the pay clears only a lower rate, or only under a less likely code. How the Home Office picks the code
About the role
CS&A Responsible Engineer
Warrington
Staff or Contract (Inside IR35)
CS&A Responsible Engineer (RE) 🏗️
The RE holds full technical accountability for Civils, Structural & Architectural (CS&A) engineering within their area, ensuring all work is safe, compliant, and fit for purpose across the project lifecycle 🔍.
Working to R2A2 (ED21), you’ll provide technical leadership, governance, and assurance, while retaining responsibility for key engineering decisions—even when delegated 👷♂️.
Key Responsibilities & Experience:
- Strong CS&A background in regulated, safety-critical environments ⚠️
- Proven technical accountability & decision-making experience ✅
- Ensure compliance with legislation, standards, and safety requirements 📜
- Establish governance, assurance & verification processes 🧩
- Lead multi-disciplinary teams & resolve complex technical issues 🤝
- Interface with project teams, regulators & assurance bodies 🏢
- Promote a strong safety, quality & compliance culture 🛡️
Desirable Experience:
- Planning, site master planning & council engagement 🗺️
- Contaminated land, utilities & ground investigations 🌍
- Seismic & heavy industrial/plant room design 🌐
- Nuclear or high-hazard environments ☢️
- Safety case development & regulatory engagement 📊
- Full lifecycle delivery: concept → commissioning 🔄
- Managing deviations, non-conformances & improvements 📈
Requirements:
- Familiar with engineering governance & gated processes ⚙️
- SQEP aligned with SR0698 & ED21 standards 🎯
Essential Qualifications 🎓
- Degree (or equivalent) in CS&A or related engineering discipline
- Extensive CS&A experience suitable for a Responsible Engineer role 🏗️
Desirable Qualifications ⭐
- Fellowship or senior membership of a professional institution 🏅
- Training in nuclear safety, functional safety, or systems engineering ☢️
- Postgraduate qualification in engineering or management 📘
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Where this offer sits in the market
Civil engineers (SOC 2121) · UK · ONS ASHE 2025 · basic pay · ~65k in sample- Middle half £38,896–64,792
- Median £48,828
- Going rate £50,400
- Threshold £41,700
- New entrant £35,200–45,300
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Does this job guarantee visa sponsorship?
Not necessarily. Assystem Energy & Infrastructure Limited holds a sponsor licence, but sponsorship for a specific hire is always the employer's decision. Be upfront in your application that you'll require it.
What salary is needed for this role to be eligible?
The offer must clear both the general threshold and the SOC 2121 going rate of £50,400. New-entrant and shortage discounts can lower it.