Senior Design Engineer

Job description

You’ll take the technical lead on drainage and SuDS design for major highways and infrastructure projects, at a major Civil Engineering client in Watford, developing solutions that reduce flood risk and enhance sustainability. Working with multidisciplinary teams, you’ll deliver compliant, innovative, and cost-effective water management systems from concept to completion.

What you will need

• Degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering (or closely related field)
• Proven experience delivering drainage and SuDS designs on highways or infrastructure projects
• Proficiency in MicroDrainage, InfoDrainage, or ICM for hydraulic and hydrological modelling
• Solid understanding of UK standards and legislation (DMRB, CIRIA SuDS Manual, Flood and Water Management Act)
• Strong project management, communication, and coordination skills with the ability to lead and mentor others

What’s in it for you

• Salary between £61,000–£65,000, with clear progression opportunities
• Pension scheme, with the ability to switch to matching contributions up to 8% after 6 months.
• Share plan access after 6 months’ service, including favourable terms and a buy one, get one free share offer.
• Life assurance starting at 1x salary, increasing to 3x after 6 months and 4x after 5 years.
• Access to a comprehensive Benefits Hub, including retail discounts, EAP, Cycle to Work, flu vaccinations, eyecare, community volunteering days, and recognition schemes.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Watford

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

27-04-2026

Profession type

Design / Fashion

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