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Application deadline: Recruitment is ongoing. Please apply as soon as possible as the advert may close once we have sufficient applicants.
We are looking for a Graduate Hydraulic Engineer to be based in Edinburgh, joining our 2026 Graduate Programme. We have an exciting opportunity for an aspiring Hydraulic Engineer to join our collaborative Warrington team to support the delivery of various major frameworks, both locally and nationally. You will play a key role in the hydraulic design and pipeline systems of water and wastewater treatment works.
We know our continuing success and development depends on yours, so we provide the support you need to thrive. Each graduate is allocated a chartered engineer as a mentor to help you achieve chartered status. Stantec is a truly multidisciplinary environment, offering extensive opportunities for professional growth, learning from subject matter experts, and exposure to a wide range of challenging and impactful work.
Your Role
In this role, you will:
* Contribute to the hydraulic design and development of pipeline systems for water and wastewater treatment works.
* Apply advanced techniques such as computational fluid dynamics (CFD) and surge analysis.
* Process data, conduct calculations, and develop hydraulic models.
* Support the delivery of innovative, practical solutions for clients across major frameworks.
Learn more about our Water business and the career journeys of our Graduate Hydraulic Engineers.
About You
At Stantec, we value your potential over past experience. We welcome applications from candidates who have:
* A Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Mechanical Engineering or Mathematics.
* A keen interest in the water industry.
We’re especially keen to hear from people who are:
* An Adapter – calm in new and changing situations, able to switch comfortably between a variety of dynamic and exciting tasks.
* A Perseverer – composed in the face of setbacks, approaching challenges with confidence and determination.
* A Collaborator – effective working with diverse teams, considering others’ perspectives to shape better outcomes.
* A Problem-Solver – eager to share thoughtful insights and unafraid to challenge conventional thinking.
Working Arrangements
Please note, we ask our graduates to come into the office 4 days per week to ensure meaningful time with your team and the right level of support.
What We Can Offer You
* A competitive salary
* Private medical insurance
* A range of benefits, including holiday buy and sell, group income protection, and life assurance
* Permanent employment contract, reflecting our commitment to your long-term career at Stantec
* Professional progression plan, supporting you toward professional chartership
* A supportive and collaborative team environment, Early Careers peer group, and wider Employee Resource Group network
About Stantec
The Stantec community unites more than 32,000 employees working in over 450 locations across 6 continents. We have been working with our clients and communities in the UK for over 150 years. We plan, design, deliver, and manage the development and infrastructure needed to support the creation of sustainable, healthy, and prosperous communities.
Our teams provide effective and relevant solutions—translating our clients’ vision into valued consents, deliverable plans for projects and programmes, and efficient designs for delivery—based on technical excellence and deep market insights. We address today’s challenges while keeping a fairer, better tomorrow in sight, focusing on clean growth, supporting radical changes in our economy, and meeting the needs of future communities.
Equal Opportunity & Accessibility
Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations, or any other condition of employment. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations to ensure equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment.
Building an inspired, inclusive work environment that attracts, supports, and develops world‑class talent is central to our success. If you are excited by this role but worry that your experience doesn’t exactly align, we encourage you to apply. If you require reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.
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