Drainage Engineer

Drainage Civil Engineer

Fully Remote
£35,000 – £38,000

A well-established and progressive environmental and engineering consultancy is seeking a Drainage Civil Engineer to join its expanding design team. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a wide-ranging portfolio of UK projects, with genuine flexibility for hybrid or fully remote working.

You will become part of a collaborative, employee-owned organisation, working alongside senior engineers and a multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality drainage and flood risk solutions across various development sectors.

The Role

Preparing Flood Risk Assessments to accompany planning applications
Producing drainage strategy reports
Designing surface water and foul drainage systems
Working closely with engineers, planners, clients, and external stakeholders to develop practical, cost-effective solutions
Assisting with wider civil and geotechnical design tasks where required
Liaising with statutory consultees such as local authorities, highways teams, and water authorities

Essential skills and experience:

Proficiency in Info drainage / Micro Drainage (or similar software)
Strong understanding of current UK drainage design standards and best practice
Experience designing SuDS in accordance with CIRIA C753 guidance
Experience preparing Flood Risk Assessments compliant with NPPF, Environment Agency guidance, and TAN
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Good knowledge of UK planning and regulatory frameworks for flood risk
Experience producing drainage strategies to meet regulatory requirements
Previous use of GIS software
Strong written and verbal communication skills

Background:

Ideally 2+ years’ experience within a consultancy environment (flexible for strong candidates)
Degree or diploma in Civil Engineering, Engineering Geology, Environmental Science, or a related discipline

Desirable (training can be provided):

1D/2D hydraulic modelling experience
Familiarity with HEC-RAS, Flood Modeller, Plaxis 2D, or Civil 3D
Knowledge of road design standards (DMRB or general civil engineering design)
Why Apply?

Employee-owned business with a supportive and inclusive culture
Flexible hybrid or fully remote working options
Competitive salary of £35,000–£38,000 depending on experience
Strong focus on professional development and training
Opportunity to work on technically engaging projects with meaningful environmental impact
Secure project pipeline and long-term career prospects

If you are interested in this Drainage Civil Engineer opportunity, please contact (url removed)