Drainage Engineer

Drainage Design Engineer 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 Engineer to 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.

Location: Peterborough, UK, GB

Posted Date: 9/13/2025