Job Description
Civil Drainage Engineer (Minimum 2 Years' Experience)Location: BirminghamJob Type: Full-TimeSector: Civil Engineering / Infrastructure Consultancy
About the Role We are seeking a motivated Civil Drainage Engineer with at least 2 years of relevant experience to join a growing consultancy team based in Birmingham. This is an excellent opportunity for an engineer looking to develop their career within a supportive and technically focused environment, working on a diverse range of infrastructure and development projects.
Key Responsibilities of this civil engineer position;
* Design and deliver surface water and foul drainage strategies for residential, commercial, and mixed-use developments.
* Prepare drainage calculations, reports, and drawings to support planning and technical approvals.
* Produce drainage layouts and models using industry-standard software (e.g., MicroDrainage / InfoDrainage or similar).
* Liaise with clients, local authorities, and multidisciplinary project teams to coordinate designs.
* Assist with Flood Risk Assessments (FRAs) and Sustainable Drainage Systems (SuDS)
* Support the preparation of technical submissions for planning and Section 104/106/185 agreements.
* Ensure designs comply with relevant UK standards and regulations.
Requirements
* Degree (or equivalent) in Civil Engineering or a related discipline.
* Minimum 2 years' experience in drainage design within a consultancy environment.
* Experience with drainage modelling software (e.g., MicroDrainage, InfoDrainage, or similar).
* Knowledge of SuDS principles, UK drainage standards, and approval processes.
* Good communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively within a team.
* Working towards professional accreditation (e.g., ICE) is desirable.
What We Offer
* Competitive salary based on experience.
* Opportunities for career progression and professional development.
* Support towards professional chartership.
* Exposure to a variety of high-quality projects across multiple sectors.
* Friendly and collaborative working environment.
Interested in this Civil Engineer role? Please get in touch with MIKAELA today!