Drainage Engineer
4 days ago
Peterborough
Drainage Design Engineer Location: Peterborough (Hybrid – 2–3 days on site/with stakeholders) Contract: Permanent Salary: £40,000 – £50,000 + Benefits Overview: We are seeking an experienced Drainage Design Engineer to join a growing engineering team and deliver innovative Sustainable Drainage Systems (SuDS) solutions across a variety of projects, from schools and highways to parks and public spaces. This role offers hybrid working, with a balance of site-based collaboration and remote flexibility. Key Responsibilities: • Lead the development of concept, outline, and detailed SuDS designs using Civil3D and InfoDrainage., • Collaborate closely with internal teams, including modelling, CAD, construction, and landscape architecture teams., • Engage with local authorities, highways departments, schools, and community groups to co-design effective drainage solutions., • Provide design support through the construction phase, fulfilling Designer responsibilities under CDM 2015., • Apply CIRIA guidance, British Standards, and regional design frameworks to ensure compliance and best practice., • Produce safe, practical, and maintainable SuDS designs with a focus on long-term sustainability and performance. Candidate Profile: We are looking for a dynamic and collaborative engineer with: • A degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering (2:1 or higher preferred)., • Proven experience delivering SuDS solutions across the full project lifecycle., • Expertise in working in retrofit and constrained urban environments., • Strong knowledge of drainage design standards and health & safety principles., • Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills., • A passion for green infrastructure and innovative sustainable design. Benefits: • Competitive salary package., • Hybrid working (role dependent)., • Company car or car allowance (role dependent)., • Opportunity to work on high-impact, sustainable infrastructure projects. Why Apply? This is an exciting opportunity to play a central role in shaping sustainable drainage solutions in the UK, working alongside multidisciplinary teams to deliver projects that positively impact communities and the environment.