Principal Civil Engineer – Belgrade

About the role

Mott MacDonald is seeking a Principal Civil Engineer to join its Energy unit in Belgrade. The role will support a diverse portfolio of power generation and high‑voltage transmission projects, contributing to the global energy transition.

Key responsibilities

• Lead civil and structural design for power plants, HV substations, HVDC converter stations and HV cable projects.
• Develop Front End Engineering Design (FEED) studies, scheme costing and proposal documentation.
• Prepare detailed civil drawings, cross‑sections, 3D models and technical specifications for planning and tender packages.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary design teams and ensure compliance with codes, standards and regulations.
• Conduct condition and structural assessments of existing assets for reuse.
• Perform hydraulic analysis and design for transmission pipelines, water and wastewater treatment works, and storm‑water storage.
• Engage with clients and stakeholders, providing project updates and managing risks to programme, quality and cost.
• Support bid preparation and project coordination across disciplines.

Required profile

• Extensive experience in civil and structural engineering design for energy infrastructure.
• Proven ability to lead FEED studies and deliver complex technical documentation.
• Strong understanding of drainage, hydraulic engineering and asset assessment.
• Excellent coordination skills with multidisciplinary teams and stakeholders.

Required skills

• Hydraulic analysis
• 3D modeling
• FEED (Front End Engineering Design)
• Civil design drawings and specifications