Assistant Civil Engineer - Water

AtkinsRéalis; East Midlands; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salaries

Employee rewards

Flexible holiday allowances

Training and professional development opportunities

Job summary

AtkinsRéalis, based in the East Midlands, is searching for an Assistant Civil Engineer with a focus on water and drainage. This role will support wastewater-led projects, contributing to design and oversight from feasibility to delivery.

The ideal candidate will have a degree in Civil Engineering and a strong interest in water management solutions. The company promotes a hybrid working culture and offers competitive salaries along with extensive training and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• You must have a degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline.
• A genuine interest in civil, water, and environmental engineering is necessary.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a team are expected.
• A proactive approach to learning and professional development is required.
• Working towards, or interested in pursuing professional accreditation is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support various wastewater and surface water management projects.
• Contribute to the preparation of technical reports, drawings, and specifications.
• Work with multidisciplinary teams to address flooding and sewer overflow challenges.
• Drive innovation using digital tools and data-driven approaches.

Skills

Interest in civil, water, and environmental engineering

Communication skills

Teamwork

Proactive learning approach

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline

Job description

Overview

Shape the future. Make a difference. At AtkinsRéalis, we design infrastructure and engineer a better future. As part of our Networks & Drainage Solutions team, you’ll help deliver sustainable, resilient, and innovative civil engineering solutions that support communities and protect the environment.

Role

We are looking for an Assistant Civil Engineer passionate about water, drainage, and infrastructure to join our wastewater‑led team in Derby. You will support surface water and wastewater network design, provide technical oversight, and contribute to projects from feasibility through to delivery.

Responsibilities

• Build experience by supporting a wide range of wastewater and surface water management projects, contributing to the preparation of technical reports, drawings, and specifications.
• Work alongside multidisciplinary teams to tackle key challenges such as reducing Combined Sewer Overflow spills and mitigating flooding risks.
• Contribute to integrated water management solutions focusing on sustainability, climate resilience, and protecting communities.
• Use digital tools and data‑driven approaches to challenge conventional methods and drive innovation across the water and infrastructure sectors.

About You

• A degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline.
• A genuine interest in civil, water, and environmental engineering.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a team.
• A proactive approach to learning and professional development.
• Working towards, or interested in pursuing professional accreditation (e.g., ICE or CIWEM).

Rewards & benefits

Competitive salaries, employee rewards, and a range of benefits tailored to your health, wellbeing, financial, and lifestyle choices. Opportunities for training and professional development. Hybrid working culture and flexible holiday allowances for a balanced life.

Security clearance

This role may require security clearance. The vetting process is delivered by United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) and may require candidates to provide proof of residency in the UK of 5 years or longer. If you have a current or previously held security clearance, please do not reference it in your application or CV.

Equal Opportunities Employer

We are an Equal Opportunities Employer. Applications from all backgrounds, cultures and ability are encouraged. We are a Disability Confident Leader and will offer an interview to all applicants who meet the essential criteria of the role. We provide a supportive environment where everyone can thrive.