Senior Engineer Civil and Structural
Devonport, Plymouth, GB, PL1 4SG
Job Title: Senior Civil and Structural EngineerLocation: Plymouth, Devon + Hybrid Working Arrangements Compensation: Up to £55,800 Depending on Experience + BenefitsRole Type: Full time / PermanentRole ID: SF70125
Engineer the Future of National Security
At Babcock we’re working to create a safe and secure world, together, and if you join us, you can play your part as a Senior Civil and Structural Engineer at our Devonport Royal Dockyard site.
The role
As a Senior Civil and Structural Engineer, you’ll have the opportunity to work on complex, high-impact engineering challenges while advancing your career in a dynamic and rewarding environment.
Day-to-day, you’ll be part of the Facilities Engineering Technical Authority, responsible for the through-life management of critical infrastructure across Devonport Royal Dockyard. Your expertise will ensure that a wide range of facilities remain operational and fit for purpose, supporting projects that are vital to national defence.
- Undertaking inspections of civil and structural assets across the Devonport site
- Producing detailed asset condition reports and identifying defects
- Specifying repair materials and techniques for structural maintenance
- Preparing technical scopes and specifications, acting as an intelligent customer
- Liaising with plant managers and facility operators to facilitate inspections and provide technical advice
Essential experience of the Senior Civil and Structural Engineer
- Strong understanding of civil structures and structural behaviour
- Knowledge of common defect types in civil and structural assets
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to adapt, learn, and work to schedule deadlines
- Self-motivated with a proactive approach to problem-solving
Qualifications for the Senior Civil and Structural Engineer
- Degree in Civil, Structural, or related engineering discipline
- OR Level 4/5 STEM qualification (HNC/HND) with substantial relevant experience
This role is full time, 35 hours per week and provides hybrid working arrangements with a minimum of 3 days in the office/onsite.
Security Clearance
The successful candidate must be able to achieve and maintain Security Check (SC) security clearance for this role.
Many of the positions within our company are subject to national security clearance and Trade Control restrictions. This means that your eligibility for certain roles may be affected by your place of birth, nationality, current or former citizenship, and any residency you hold or have held. Further details are available at United Kingdom Security Vetting: clearance levels - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk).
What we offer
- Generous holiday allowance
- Matched contribution pension scheme, with life assurance
- Access to a Digital GP, annual health check, and nutritional consultations through Aviva DigiCare+
- Employee shopping savings portal
- Payment of Professional Fees
- Reservists in the armed forces receive 10-days special paid leave
We call that lifetime engineering.
Join us and see how far we can go, together.
We are a disability confident committed employer. If you have a disability or need any reasonable adjustments during the application and selection stages, please email careers@babcockinternational.com with the subject header ‘Reasonable adjustments requirement’. We’re committed to building an inclusive culture where everyone’s free to thrive. We are happy to talk about flexible working – please ask about alternative patterns of work at interview.
Closing date: 08/06/2026
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