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We are an award‑winning engineering consultancy committed to delivering sustainable solutions across the UK and Ireland. Our recent appointments to major regulated water frameworks—including United Utilities, Yorkshire Water, and Northumbrian Water—highlight our expertise and drive for innovation.
Opportunity
We are seeking a Senior / Principal Hydraulic Engineer to join our multidisciplinary team. You will work on major capital investment programmes in water, wastewater, energy and infrastructure portfolios, collaborating with a supportive team to solve complex hydraulic challenges.
Responsibilities
* Lead technical input for projects involving hydraulic structures and systems, including studies, analyses, designs, reports, monitoring, and troubleshooting.
* Contribute to steady‑state, rapid, and long‑term transient hydraulic studies.
* Build industry relationships and foster a strong Stantec fluid mechanics community.
* Utilise relevant software for client solutions.
* Maintain technical expertise through continual professional development.
About You
We are interested in candidates who hold a degree in a relevant subject (or equivalent) and have experience in the UK water industry. Demonstrable knowledge of hydraulic engineering/fluid mechanics, including proficiency with hydraulic analysis software such as Hades, Varism, or Flow 3D, is required. Experience reviewing technical content and mentoring junior staff is essential. Above all, you will embody our values of putting people first, client focus and service excellence.
Why Join Us
* Our People Culture: A close‑knit, collaborative environment.
* Awards: International Consulting Firm of the Year and Best place to work – Large Consulting Firms at the 2024 NCE awards.
* Great benefits: Competitive salary, pension plan, holidays, free private medical insurance, discounted gym membership and more.
* Flexible working arrangements.
* Industry‑leading training and development and paid professional subscriptions.
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About Stantec
The Stantec community unites more than 34 000 employees across 450 locations worldwide. We have served the UK for over 150 years, planning, designing, delivering, and managing the infrastructure needed for sustainable, healthy communities. Our teams provide solutions that translate visions into valued consents, deliverable plans, and efficient designs. We are committed to equitable opportunities and inclusive environments for all.
Stantec is an equal‑employment‑opportunity employer. We prohibit 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 ensure equitable employment practices.
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Seniority level
* Mid‑Senior level
Employment type
* Full‑time
Job function
* Engineering and Information Technology
* Business Consulting and Services
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