Job Description
Job Title: Principal Public Health EngineerLocation: Solihull Salary: Negotiable DOEType: Permanent | 36.25 hours per week A leading, design-led Building Services consultancy is seeking a Principal Public Health Engineer to join its growing Solihull office. This is a senior technical leadership role within a well-established, multi-disciplinary engineering practice delivering sustainable solutions across healthcare, education, residential, commercial, industrial and public sector projects. With a strong focus on net-zero carbon and research-driven design, this organisation offers technically challenging work within a collaborative and people-focused culture.The Role You will take ownership of the technical leadership of above-ground drainage design, ensuring full compliance with BS EN 12056and Approved Document H.Key responsibilities include:
o Leading design of above-ground foul drainage systems in accordance with BS EN 12056-2
o Overseeing gravity and siphonic roof drainage design (BS EN 12056-3)
o Ensuring compliance with Approved Document H – Section 1
o Reviewing installation requirements in line with BS EN 12056-5
o Integrating drainage systems within architectural, structural and MEP coordination models (BIM)
o Providing technical solutions covering ventilation, acoustics, fire-stopping and backflow prevention
o Conducting high-level technical reviews of calculations, drawings and specifications
Leadership & Governance
o Managing and mentoring a team of Public Health Engineers
o Delivering structured technical training
o Establishing discipline standards, QA processes and technical guidance
o Engaging directly with clients, architects, MEP teams and Building Control
o Contributing to risk management and project strategy
About You
o Degree qualified in Public Health, Building Services or Civil Engineering
o Chartered Engineer (CEng) or operating at the Principal level
o 10+ years’ experience designing above-ground foul and rainwater drainage systems
o Advanced knowledge of EN 12056 methodology
o Strong technical coordination experience within multi-disciplinary design environments
o Excellent communication and leadership capability
What’s on Offer
o Competitive salary
o Enhanced family leave policies
o Agile working framework
o Generous annual leave with buy/sell option
o Technically complex and sustainable projects
o EV scheme, cycle to work scheme, EAP and wellbeing initiatives
o Structured career progression within an international consultancy environment
This opportunity would suit an experienced Public Health Engineer seeking technical authority, team leadership and meaningful involvement in sustainable building design.