Flood Risk and Drainage Engineer

My client, a specialist UK-based Engineering Consultancy that focuses on Drainage, Civil, and Flood Risk Engineering, is seeking a Drainage Design Engineer to join their established team of Flood Risk and Drainage specialists in Newcastle. This is an exciting opportunity to work on a diverse range of projects across the property, transport, and energy sectors, including major waterfront developments, trunk road schemes, rail infrastructure, and renewable energy projects.

As a Drainage Design Engineer, you will:

• Prepare Flood Risk Assessments and Surface Water and Foul Water Drainage Strategies.
• Design detailed residential and plot drainage systems and sewerage networks using tools such as AutoCAD, MicroDrainage, Causeway Flow, and InfoDrainage.
• Contribute to utility design for building plots.
• Work on flood protection, SuDS, watercourse structures, and drainage infrastructure adoption.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality solutions for industrial, commercial, and housing development projects.
• Provide technical input for projects involving river modelling, hydrology, and climate change resilience.

To be successful in this role, you should have:

• A strong academic background, including a BSc and/or MSc in Civil or Environmental Engineering.
• At least experience working for a UK-based Consultancy or local authority.
• Experience in completing Flood Risk Assessments, Drainage Strategies, and Plot Drainage Design.
• Proficiency in design software such as MicroDrainage, Causeway Flow, InfoDrainage, and Civils 3D.
• Familiarity with DMRB, Scottish Water, or other national body design standards.
• Progress toward Chartered or Incorporated status with ICE or CIWEM is highly desirable.

This role offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Flexible working arrangements, including hybrid working options.
• Training opportunities and support for professional development.
• Reimbursement of professional fees.
• Contributory pension scheme and personal healthcare plan.
• Life insurance and interest-free travel loan scheme.
• Additional leave purchase and buy-back options.
• Staff loyalty bonuses and career progression opportunities.

The consultancy is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone can thrive. They actively support equity, inclusion, and diversity, welcoming candidates from all backgrounds, genders, ages, and cultures.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a fast-paced, professional team that values innovation, sustainable design, and high-quality service delivery. If this role aligns with your skills and career aspirations, please contact Jordanna Morris at (phone number removed) or email (url removed). For more opportunities in Hydrology and Flood Risk Assessment, visit (url removed).

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