Senior / Principal Ports & Maritime Engineer

About the role

Amentum is recruiting a Senior / Principal Ports and Maritime Engineer for 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

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

Required profile

• Chartered Engineer (ICE or IStructE).
• Demonstrable experience in civil and structural design, applying British Standards and Eurocodes.
• Proven experience in ports, maritime or related heavy civil engineering.

Required skills

• Desirable: familiarity with maritime guidance such as PIANC and OCIMF.
• Desirable: structural dynamics, information management systems, finite element software such as STAAD.Pro or SAP2000, and geotechnical software such as WALLAP and PLAXIS.
• Desirable: awareness of NEC3/4 ECC contracts.

What we offer

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