Civil Engineer - Water

Job Description Overview Shape the future. Make a difference. Join AtkinsRéalis. At AtkinsRéalis, we’re not just designing infrastructure - we’re engineering a better future. As part of our Networks & Drainage Solutions team, you’ll help deliver sustainable, resilient, and innovative civil engineering solutions that support communities and protect the environment. Due to continued framework successes, we’re looking for a Civil Engineer who is passionate about water, drainage, and infrastructure to join our Water and Wastewater team in Cardiff.

Our collaborative and multi-disciplinary team provide surface water drainage and wastewater infrastructure services. Our wide variety of clients span across the UK and internationally and include water companies like Welsh Water and Wessex Water, local authorities, highways authorities, Transport for Wales and developers.

Your role Contributing to a variety of wastewater and surface water management projects, with opportunities to prepare, or manage the preparation of technical reports, drawings, and specifications. Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and our recognised industry leaders on initiatives to reduce Combined Sewer Overflow spills whilst supporting our wider business across Cities & Development and Transportation markets. Shape holistic water management strategies that transcend traditional redline boundaries, with a focus on sustainability, climate resilience, and protecting our communities.

Leveraging digital tools and data to disrupt the status quo, driving innovation and efficiency across the water and infrastructure sectors.

A degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline. Working towards Chartership with ICE or CIWEM, with a view to achieve this in the next 2 years. Experience in design delivery, including multidisciplinary design. Familiarity with current UK design standards and working practices. Experience in designing within appropriate digital analysis packages, following local and national guidance. e.g Micro Drainage, Info Works, Civil 3D, Map Info.

An understanding of the UK water industry, environment and sustainability and desire to apply your skills to the challenges the environment faces.

Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive – at every stage of your life and your career. Enjoy competitive salaries, employee rewards and a brilliant range of benefits you can tailor to suit your own health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle choices. Make the most of a myriad of opportunities for training and professional development to grow your skills and expertise.

And combine our hybrid working culture and flexible holiday allowances to balance a great job and fulfilling personal life. Be rewarded. Find out more.

We’re AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.

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