Structural Engineer Design Reservoirs
Are you ready to dive into a rewarding career that makes a real difference?
Our thriving Nicholls Licensing and Consulting business are looking for a skilled and passionate Structural Engineer Design Reservoir. This is more than just a design role — you'll be helping to safeguard vital infrastructure like dams, spillways, embankments, and hydraulic structures that millions rely on.
If you're a Civil or Structural Engineer with a head for analysis, a knack for inspections, and a passion for public safety and environmental protection — this is your opportunity to make a genuine impact.
Why This Role Matters
Reservoirs are critical to water supply, flood management, and climate resilience. Your work will contribute to the safe design, inspection, and improvement of dams and water infrastructure across the UK.
You'll collaborate with experts across geotechnical, hydrology, and environmental disciplines, helping to plan, design, and deliver structural solutions that meet UK safety standards, including the Reservoirs Act 1975.
From detailed engineering design to compliance reporting and on-site inspections — no two days are the same.
What You'll Be Doing
Keeping Reservoirs Safe
* Supporting statutory inspections under the Reservoirs Act 1975
* Helping deliver On-Site Emergency Flood Plans (OSEPs)
* Monitoring reservoir structures — embankments, spillways, pipework — and reporting on their condition
* Contributing to the planning and delivery of remediation works, new construction, and enlargement of reservoirs
Engineering Design & Delivery
* Assisting with feasibility, concept, and detailed design of:
* Earthfill and concrete dams
* Spillways, culverts, and outlet structures
* Embankments, slopes, retaining walls
* Valves, pipework, and draw-off systems
* Producing calculations, drawings, specifications, and construction packages
* Supporting procurement, contractor liaison, and construction-phase supervision
* Delivering structural designs across a range of materials (RC, steel, masonry, timber)
Additional Impact Areas
* Performing structural inspections and asset condition surveys
* Supporting dam break analysis and flood risk assessments
* Preparing safety case reports, design submissions, and compliance documentation
* Collaborating with clients, regulators, and internal teams to ensure high standards across all stages of project delivery
What We're Looking For
Must-Haves
* A degree (BEng/MEng) in Civil or Structural Engineering
* Experience in structural design and analysis of hydraulic or civil infrastructure
* Knowledge of UK reservoir safety regulations (Reservoirs Act 1975, flood risk frameworks)
* Skilled in tools like STAAD, AutoCAD, Civil 3D, or Robot
* Great communication and reporting skills — both written and verbal
* Willingness to travel to inspection and project sites across the UK
Nice-to-Haves
* Experience supporting or working under a Supervising/Panel Engineer
* Familiarity with geotechnical design and slope stability
* Progress toward Chartership (ICE or IStructE)
* Exposure to dam break analysis, flood planning, or emergency response planning
* A valid CSCS card and UK driving licence
Why Join Our Team?
* Be part of a fast-growing, respected company in the renewables sector
* Be part of a supportive, multi-disciplinary team where your work really matters
* Work on complex, high-profile infrastructure that plays a key role in public safety
* Gain hands-on experience across structural, geotechnical, hydraulic, and environmental disciplines
* Contribute to UK-wide reservoir safety projects — and help shape the future of water infrastructure
* Contribute to eco-friendly solutions that have a real-world impact
* Work with supportive, knowledgeable team that values professionalism and fun
* Develop your career - Opportunities to grow your skills and build a career in a specialist and high-impact field
* Competitive salary, full-time permanent role, and a great company culture
Our Key Goals
* Live the Nicholls values – Excellence, Teamwork, Professionalism, Pride, Commitment, and Fun
* Communicate clearly and consistently – with both our team and our clients
* Stay organised – manage resources, materials, people, andtimelines
* Be proactive – plan ahead and help us stay one step ahead
Make Your Mark in Reservoir Engineering
If you're someone who takes pride in getting the details right, apply your technical skills in a meaningful way, thrives in a collaborative environment, and wants to be part of a company making a sustainable difference—we'd love to hear from you.
Apply now and become a key player in keeping our systems (and our clients) running smoothly across the South East
Job Type: Full-time
Work Location: In person