Principal Structural Engineer

Salary: £50,000 - £60,000 per year, dependent on skills and experience.

Contract: Permanent, full time, Monday to Friday.

Benefits: 25 days' holiday plus bank holidays, company pension and other benefits.

Location: Northallerton, North Yorkshire.

Are you a Senior Structural Engineer who is looking to take the next step in their career?

We have an opportunity for a Principal Structural Engineer to join our multidisciplinary workforce at Align Property Services.

At Align Property Services, we don't just design buildings, we create spaces that matter. We have recently been recognised for our partnership with North Yorkshire Council for the major reconstruction of Fore Gill Bridge in the Yorkshire Dales. The project was named the Best Civil Engineering Project in the region delivered for under £5 million, receiving a Smeaton Award at the 2026 ICE Yorkshire & Humber Civil Engineering Awards.

As a wholly owned subsidiary of North Yorkshire Council, we're one of the largest and most respected building design consultancies in the North of England. Our collaborative, forward thinking team delivers a wide range of services, including:

• Building Surveying & Project Management
• Mechanical & Electrical Engineering
• Quantity Surveying & CDM

From small scale surveys to multi million pound developments and infrastructure schemes, our projects are as varied as our clients. With a strong and growing pipeline across both public and private sectors, there's never been a better time to join us.

Our Structural team has grown into a dynamic and collaborative group. We're a close knit team led by our Associate Engineer, we bring together a diverse range of experience levels, from senior engineers to engineers and junior members, supporting learning and progression at every stage. We have a shared passion for delivering innovative and sustainable structural solutions and we're looking for someone who's excited to contribute, learn, and help shape the future of our team.

Our Structures team is working on a diverse and exciting mix of projects across the region, from new build care homes in North Yorkshire to the high profile Catterick Levelling Up Fund development, alongside residential programmes for Rotherham Council. We also support local clients through condition surveys, major roof replacements, conservation led projects, and education schemes such as Melsonby Primary School. As a Principal Engineer, you'll be part of a collaborative and supportive team where your experience will help guide projects, mentor others, and play a key role in shaping both our work and our people as the team continues to grow.

• Lead the delivery of structural engineering projects from feasibility through to completion
• Work collaboratively with other disciplines to ensure projects are delivered efficiently, on time, and within budget
• Apply your significant engineering experience in day to day project work, technical decision making, and problem solving
• Oversee and review designs, ensuring quality, compliance, and best practice throughout all stages
• Monitor project resources and finances to support successful, well managed delivery
• Provide leadership and direction that inspires, supports, and develops a high performing team
• Contribute to a culture of continuous improvement, helping the team consistently meet and exceed targets

• A degree in Civil or Structural Engineering (or equivalent), with substantial post qualification experience gained within an engineering design consultancy
• Chartered Engineer status (IStructE or ICE), or actively working towards chartership
• Proven experience managing the delivery of multiple projects and supporting the development of others
• Strong knowledge of relevant UK standards, Eurocodes, design guidance, and Building Regulations
• Experience coordinating detailed designs and specifications using first principles calculations and software such as AutoCAD, Tedds, Tekla Structural Designer, or similar
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to build strong working relationships with colleagues, clients, and external consultants
• Proficiency in undertaking structural condition surveys and preparing clear, professional reports
• Demonstrated capability in both conceptual and detailed structural design across new build projects, refurbishments, and extensive survey led schemes, using a range of structural materials
• A good understanding of project programmes, commercial awareness, and budget constraints
• Confident IT skills, including the use of Microsoft Office packages
• A full UK driving licence

When you join Align, you will join a team of professionals who feel rewarded for the work they do. Operating in a friendly and professional environment, we want to provide the training and resources to succeed and thrive in your role. Our people are not just numbers, everyone is crucial to the vital services we provide, and we treat everyone in our teams with respect and complete support.

• A competitive salary up to £60,000 per year, dependent on your skills and experience.
• Enrolment on to a company pension scheme which we will contribute up to 6%.
• 25 days holiday per year, plus bank holidays, with opportunity to purchase up to 10 additional annual leave days per leave year.
• Hybrid and flexible working options to support you in a healthy work life balance.
• Professional development through varying project work.
• A benefits scheme which includes a good maternity leave package, cycle2work scheme and our online voucher portal giving access to discounts from leading retailers to help you save on shopping, days out, or nights in.
• Access to Health Assured Employee Assistance Programme and Counselling Service.
• Stability in your role - public sector security in a private sector industry.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. We are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff. We welcome applications from individuals regardless of age, any disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion, or belief.

We welcome applications from individuals regardless of race, religion, or belief. Note: The original policy statement has been retained for EEO compliance.