Principal Design Engineer
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Salary
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£50,400
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This role likely qualifies for a Skilled Worker visa
SOC 2121 (100% match) is an eligible occupation, with a going rate of £50,400, and Octavius Infrastructure 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
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We are recruiting for a Principal Design Engineer (Civils) to join us at Navitas Engineering either in London or Glasgow.
Navitas Engineering is a growing multidisciplinary engineering consultancy and part of Octavius and the RSK Group, one of the world's leading integrated environmental, engineering and technical services businesses.
We provide engineering design, consultancy, technical assurance and specialist advisory services across the rail, energy and wider infrastructure sectors. Working with infrastructure owners, operators, contractors and consultancies, we help our clients deliver safe, sustainable and high-performing engineering solutions throughout the entire asset lifecycle.
The Principal Design Engineer (Civils) will play a leading role in the establishment, development and growth of the civil engineering design discipline within Navitas Engineering. As one of the senior technical leaders within this new business unit, the role is responsible for shaping the technical direction, standards, processes and capability of the civil engineering function whilst delivering high-quality engineering services to clients.
You'll be working on…. (what your role and responsibility is)
The Principal Design Engineer (Civils) will provide technical leadership and oversight across a portfolio of civil and multidisciplinary infrastructure projects, with a focus on civil engineering elements associated with electrical power and traction power systems, ensuring the delivery of safe, efficient, compliant and innovative design solutions.
The role combines technical excellence, project delivery, business development and people leadership, with responsibility for supporting the growth of the discipline through work-winning, client relationship management, recruitment, mentoring and capability development.
The Principal Design Engineer will support the establishment of best practice, develop technical standards and procedures, build engineering teams, and position the business as a recognised provider of civil engineering services across the rail, energy, utilities and wider infrastructure sectors.
You'll work with… (because relationships are important)
A team of highly motivated, dedicated professionals delivering projects across a variety of frameworks.
You'll receive…. (because we value you)
- Competitive salary
- Degree qualified in Civil Engineering or related discipline.
- Significant experience within rail, energy or utility infrastructure sectors.
- Chartered Engineer (CEng) or demonstrable progress towards chartership.
- Membership of ICE or other relevant professional institution.
- Experience acting as CRE, Lead Designer or discipline lead.
- Demonstrable experience leading engineering teams and managing multidisciplinary interfaces.
- Strong understanding of design management and assurance processes.
- Working knowledge of CDM Regulations and designer responsibilities.
- Experience managing technical, programme and commercial project risks.
- Excellent communication, leadership and stakeholder management skills.
- Experience supporting business development and work winning activities.
- Experience in team leadership.
- Knowledge of BIM, common data environments and digital engineering practices.
- Technical Leadership
- Engineering Judgement
- Design Assurance
- Risk Management
- Commercial Awareness
- Client Relationship Management
- Planning and Organisation
- Communication and Influencing
- Mentoring and Team Development
- Principal Design Engineer (Civils) R01.pdf
This description is the source posting as it read when we added it. We are not affiliated with Octavius Infrastructure, so check their own site for the current details.
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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About sponsorship for this role
Does this job guarantee visa sponsorship?
Not necessarily. Octavius Infrastructure 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.