Assistant Drainage Engineer - Flexible around UK locations

AtkinsRéalis; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in drainage design services seeks an Assistant Drainage Engineer to join their team in Leeds, supporting local and remote projects. The role requires strong technical skills and collaboration with diverse teams on various drainage infrastructure projects.

Benefits

25 days leave plus bank holidays

Options to buy or sell leave

Access to extensive training and development

Qualifications

• Qualified with ICE, CIWEM, or similar.
• Proficient in designing drainage from concept to detailed design.
• Experience with hydraulic software and 3D tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead drainage design from concept to detailed design.
• Review designs for standards compliance.
• Mentor graduates and technicians.

Skills

Leadership

Collaboration

Client-focused

Proactive

Detail-oriented

Education

Qualified with ICE, CIWEM or similar

Tools

Hydraulic software

3D tools

BIM

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24.06.2025

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08.08.2025

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Job Description

Locations: Belfast, Birmingham, Bristol, Cardiff, Epsom, Glasgow, Leeds, Peterborough, and Warrington.

AtkinsRéalis provides drainage design services to Highway, Rail, Private Developer, Energy, and Water markets, working with key clients such as HS2, Highways England, and Network Rail, along with many UK water companies. Due to increasing workload, we are looking to strengthen our teams.

We require Senior Drainage Engineers to join our teams across the UK. We seek strong collaborators who can support their local team and deliver remote projects as part of our national Practice.

Your role will involve designing drainage infrastructure, transportation, and private developer projects, focusing on highway drainage and development drainage including SuDS. You will also support the leadership and development of our drainage capabilities.

Responsibilities:

• Leading drainage design from concept to detailed design and construction, either as standalone projects or within multi-disciplinary schemes.
• Promoting digital solutions in drainage design, including full BIM integration.
• Reviewing drainage designs, models, calculations, and drawings for standards compliance and providing technical assurance.
• Assigning tasks and managing delivery within time and budget constraints.
• Mentoring and developing graduates and technicians in drainage.
• Ensuring compliance with quality, safety, and environmental policies.
• Managing stakeholder relationships to support drainage design and consent processes.
• Enhancing local drainage design capabilities.
• Leading drainage designs and ensuring quality assurance across our global design centers.
• Championing drainage within multidisciplinary projects.
• Supporting bid preparations and risk assessments.

Requirements:

• Qualified with ICE, CIWEM, or similar.
• Proficient in designing all aspects of drainage from concept to detailed design.
• Experience with hydraulic software, 3D tools, and BIM.
• Skilled in report and specification writing and data collection.
• Client-focused with a proactive attitude.
• Self-motivated, able to work independently and in teams, managing projects to completion.
• Capable of managing scopes, budgets, and schedules.
• Flexible, detail-oriented, and proactive with strong leadership qualities.
• Experience with private and public sector clients and procurement processes.

What we offer?

We support flexible working arrangements and aim for a diverse, inclusive workforce. Our flexible working policies mean no fixed hours or full-time requirement unless desired.

Rewards and Benefits:

Competitive salary, 25 days leave plus bank holidays, options to buy or sell leave, and benefits detailed at YourReward at SNC-Lavalin.

Training:

Access to extensive training and development, supporting professional memberships.

Additional Information:

This role may require security clearance, with vetting by UKSV, including proof of UK residency for 5 years or more. Do not mention security clearance in your application.

We are committed to diversity and inclusion and encourage applications from all backgrounds.

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