Civil Engineer (Hydraulics)

Job Title:
Civil Engineer (Hydraulics)

Salary: £45,000 to £60,000 (dependent on experience)

Location: Glasgow, London or the Midlands

Type: Permanent | Hybrid/Flexible Working

About the Role:
Our client is looking for a motivated Civil Engineer (Hydraulics) to support the delivery of major water and wastewater non-infrastructure projects across the UK.

Working alongside multidisciplinary engineering teams, you'll contribute to the hydraulic analysis, design and optimisation of water and wastewater treatment works, pumping stations, storage facilities, pipelines and drainage networks. You'll gain exposure to the full project lifecycle, from feasibility and concept design through to construction and commissioning, while developing your technical expertise within a supportive environment.

About the Client:
Our client is a growing engineering consultancy specialising in the UK water sector. They have built a strong reputation for delivering high-quality engineering solutions while maintaining a collaborative and supportive culture.

With continued business growth, they offer excellent opportunities for career progression, professional development and chartership support. They place a strong emphasis on employee wellbeing, flexible working and investing in their people.

Key Responsibilities:

Produce hydraulic calculations, network models and flow assessments.
Support the design of water supply, wastewater and drainage infrastructure.
Assist with hydraulic modelling using industry-standard software.
Prepare technical reports, feasibility studies and design documentation.
Support flood risk assessments and drainage design.
Review survey information and network performance data.
Work closely with civil, mechanical, electrical, process and environmental engineers.
Liaise with clients, contractors and other stakeholders.
Assist with cost estimates, risk assessments and optioneering studies.
Attend site visits and surveys where required.
Ensure designs comply with relevant standards and regulations.
Continue developing technical knowledge through training and project experience.What Our Client is Looking For:

Degree, HNC/HND, apprenticeship or equivalent qualification in Civil Engineering or a related discipline.
Experience within hydraulic or civil engineering through industry, placements or apprenticeships.
Understanding of hydraulic engineering principles, including fluid mechanics, drainage design, pipe networks and flood risk.
Experience preparing technical reports and engineering documentation.
Familiarity with hydraulic modelling software such as InfoWorks ICM, EPANET, MicroDrainage or similar would be beneficial.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet project deadlines.
Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.What Our Client Offers:

Competitive salary.
Discretionary bonus.
Employer pension contribution.
25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
Life insurance.
Employee Assistance Programme.
Flexible and hybrid working.
Flexible bank holidays.
Professional membership subscription.
Chartership support.
Ongoing training and development.
Opportunity to work on major UK water infrastructure projects.
Collaborative and supportive working environment.Eligibility:

Full right to work in the UK - No option of sponsorship.
Full UK driving licence with access to a vehicle.
Willingness to travel to project sites when required.Opportunity for Growth:
This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing consultancy where you'll gain exposure to a wide variety of complex water infrastructure projects while receiving structured professional development and support towards professional registration (EngTech, IEng or CEng). With continued company growth, there are genuine opportunities to progress your career into senior technical or project leadership positions.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status