Drainage Design Engineer
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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 Engineerto 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.