Drainage & Flood Risk Engineer

Job description

Flood Risk & Drainage Engineer

Location: Richmond, London
Type: Full-time, Permanent
Working Model: Hybrid (flexible working supported)
Experience Level: 2-4 years


A leading Civil & Environmental Engineering Consultancy is seeking a Flood Risk & Drainage Engineer to join their team in Richmond, London.


With a strong reputation for sustainable design and public sector work-including with Transport for London and local authorities-you'll be supported to develop your technical skills and grow your career in a collaborative, inclusive environment.

You'll support the delivery of drainage and flood risk projects from early-stage feasibility to detailed design. Responsibilities include:

• Designing SuDS and drainage systems using MicroDrainage / InfoDrainage or Causeway Flow
• Assisting with Flood Risk Assessments and planning submissions
• Producing technical drawings with AutoCAD
• Liaising with internal teams, clients, and local authorities
• Supporting junior colleagues and learning from senior engineers
  
  

• 2-4 years' UK consultancy experience
• Understanding of SuDS, drainage policy, and planning
• Experience with AutoCAD and drainage design software
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• A degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering (or similar)

Desirable:
Knowledge of CDM Regs, foul drainage, GIS, Civil 3D, or local authority experience.

• Discretionary 10% bonus
• Hybrid working and 37.5-hour weeks
• 25 days holiday (+ up to 10 unpaid days)
• Private healthcare and matched 4% pension
• Paid professional memberships
• Cycle-to-work scheme & travel loan
• Ongoing training and career progression
• Friendly, mission-driven team culture

Submit your CV or contact Will Herman for an informal discussion: 07581619823

Aldwych Consulting values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

London

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

19-01-2026

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English