Civil Design Engineer

https://vacancies.linearrecruitment.co.uk/job-search/2413-civil-design-engineer/power-utilities/wakefield/job2026-09-23 09:00:082026-11-09 Linear Recruitment
Job Type Permanent
Area Wakefield, West Yorkshire Wakefield West Yorkshire
Sector Power & Utilities
Salary Competitive
Start Date ASAP
Advertiser Alasdair Starmore
Job Ref 20108
Description

 

A growing infrastructure business is looking for an experienced Civil Design Engineer to join its expanding Water team, working on major water and wastewater infrastructure projects across the UK.

This is a great opportunity for an engineer who wants genuine project ownership, technical variety and the chance to develop within a business delivering essential infrastructure.

What will you be doing?

You’ll be involved across the full project lifecycle, from concept and detailed design through to construction and commissioning, including:

  • Civil and drainage design for water and wastewater projects

  • Producing drawings, specifications, calculations, reports and estimates

  • Working on drainage, clean water, separation and waste treatment schemes

  • Developing solutions to technical design challenges

  • Coordinating surveys, investigations and multidisciplinary design inputs

  • Supporting design assurance, quality control and technical reviews

  • Providing technical guidance to junior engineers and technicians

  • Working directly with clients and wider project stakeholders

  • Supporting planning, programming and project delivery

What are we looking for?

You’ll ideally be a qualified Civil Engineer with experience in the UK water sector, with:

  • Proven civil design experience within water/wastewater

  • Knowledge of UK water industry and drainage design standards

  • Experience with AutoCAD, Civil 3D and/or Revit

  • Understanding of hydraulic design principles and manual calculations

  • Experience with concrete slabs, retaining walls and hardstandings

  • BIM experience would be advantageous

  • Chartered status or ICE membership would be desirable

Most importantly, we're looking for someone technically capable, commercially aware and keen to continue developing their career.

What's in it for you?

  • Competitive compensation package 

  • Major UK water and infrastructure projects

  • Genuine career development

  • Supportive, collaborative engineering team

  • Private medical insurance

  • Cycle-to-work scheme

  • Company pension

  • Strong focus on quality, safety and professional development

Interested? Apply now or get in touch for a confidential discussion.

All applications are treated confidentially.

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