Hydraulic Engineer

At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.

The UK water sector is undergoing the biggest transformation in a generation—and you can be at the heart of it.

As a Hydraulic Engineer, you'll help deliver the infrastructure that keeps communities supplied with safe, reliable water while protecting the environment for future generations. Your work will directly support major investment programmes, improve resilience, drive sustainability, and shape the future of water and wastewater services across the UK.

This isn't just another engineering role. It's an opportunity to solve complex challenges, influence critical projects, and leave a lasting legacy.

• Work on some of the UK's most exciting and high-profile water infrastructure projects
• Clear career progression opportunities, whether you're growing your expertise or stepping into technical leadership
• Flexible ways of working that support work-life balance
• Ongoing professional development and support towards chartership and career goals
• Collaborate with industry-leading specialists and multidisciplinary teams
• Meaningful work that delivers real environmental and community impact
• Be part of a sector experiencing unprecedented investment and long-term growth

There has never been a more exciting time to join the water industry. With major investment programmes underway and increasing focus on sustainability, resilience, and innovation, we're growing our Hydraulic Engineering teams across the UK.

We're looking for talented engineers at all levels to help deliver projects for some of the country's leading water companies, including United Utilities, Thames Water, Northumbrian Water, Severn Trent Water, and Anglian Water.

You’ll work across the full project lifecycle—from feasibility and detailed design through to construction and commissioning—contributing to projects involving

• Water and wastewater treatment facilities
• Pumping stations
• Pressurised and gravity pipelines
• Combined Sewer Overflows (CSOs)
• Reservoirs and river intakes
• Bioresources infrastructure
• Major Design & Build programmes

You’ll be part of a collaborative team where your ideas are valued, your expertise is trusted, and your development is actively supported.

• Experience with in the UK water industry
• Strong hydraulic engineering and design knowledge
• Experience using hydraulic modelling software such as HADES, Win Hydro, SWMM, or similar
• Ability to communicate technical information clearly and confidently
• Chartered Engineer status (CEng) or actively working towards professional accreditation
• For senior roles, experience leading hydraulic studies and supporting the development of others

The future of water is being built right now. If you're looking for work that matters, projects that challenge and inspire you, and a career where your impact can be seen for generations to come, we’d love to hear from you.

Joining Jacobs not only connects you locally but globally. Our values stand on a foundation of safety, integrity, inclusion and belonging. We put people at the heart of our business, and we truly believe that by supporting one another through our culture of caring, we all succeed. We value positive mental health and a sense of belonging for all employees.

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