Senior / Principal Ports & Maritime Engineer

About the role

Amentum is looking for a Senior / Principal Ports and Maritime Engineer to join its UK team, supporting the delivery of critical infrastructure within the Defence sector. The role sits within the Ports and Maritime capability, working with a multidisciplinary team on civil, structural, geotechnical, seismic and maritime engineering solutions. It follows a flexible hybrid model, with office-based work in Glasgow, Edinburgh, Bristol or Reading, some remote work and occasional UK site visits.

Key responsibilities

• Work with colleagues and clients to deliver high-quality, sustainable project outcomes and build strong relationships.
• Support and develop early-career engineers in an inclusive, knowledge-sharing environment.
• Contribute to projects spanning the full lifecycle, from early concept and feasibility through detailed design and construction support.
• Produce and review technical deliverables aligned with standards, client requirements and best practice, with a focus on quality, safety and constructability.
• Help resolve complex engineering challenges and support the management of project scope, programme, budget and resources.

Required profile

• Accredited MEng degree in Civil Engineering or similar.
• Demonstrable experience in civil and structural design, applying British Standards and Eurocodes.
• Proven experience in ports, maritime or related heavy civil engineering.
• Technical delivery experience covering scope, programme and budget.
• Commitment to health, safety, quality and continuous improvement, and experience mentoring others.

Required skills

• Analytical and problem-solving skills, with strong communication and teamwork abilities.
• Desirable: familiarity with PIANC and OCIMF guidance, structural dynamics, and information management systems.
• Desirable: exposure to STAAD.Pro or SAP2000, and to geotechnical software such as WALLAP and PLAXIS.
• Desirable: awareness of NEC3/4 ECC contracts.

What we offer

• Competitive package including pension contributions for UK employees.
• Up to 10 extra days of holiday, 9-day fortnight, free single medical cover and digital GP service.
• Enhanced parental leave pay, free membership of employee assistance and parental programmes, and reimbursement of professional development costs.
• Flexible, hybrid and part-time working arrangements discussed with the employer.