Drainage Design Engineer

Drainage Engineer – Flexible / Part-Time (15–20 Hours per Week) UK-Based | Remote / Hybrid Options

Planning deadlines don’t slow down — and neither should your technical delivery.

We are working with a number of engineering design consultancies who require additional Drainage Engineering support on a flexible basis.

This is ideal for an experienced engineer looking to provide technical input without committing to a full-time position.

You will support live residential and mixed‑use schemes at planning and technical stage, helping teams manage workload peaks and maintain programme momentum.

• Flood Risk Assessments (FRA)

• Residential drainage design (surface & foul)

• Section 278/S38 works experience

• Planning & technical stage packages

• Liaison with local authorities, LLFAs and statutory undertakers

• Proven experience in residential drainage design

• Strong understanding of UK planning and adoption processes

• Comfortable working independently and managing deliverables

• Experience with relevant software (e.g. Civil 3D, Micro Drainage / Info Drainage or similar)

• 15–20 hours per week

• Flexible working arrangements

• Project-based / consultancy-style engagement

• Opportunity to support a variety of live residential schemes

This role is well suited to freelance consultants, engineers seeking additional project work, or those wanting greater flexibility in their working week.