Civil Design Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Batley; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading service provider in the water and wastewater infrastructure sector is seeking an experienced Design Engineer. This role involves working on high-profile projects, contributing to the full project lifecycle, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure successful project delivery.

Benefits

Matched Pension Scheme

Company Car or Car Allowance + Fuel Card

Salary Sacrifice Car Scheme

Private Healthcare + Health Cash Plan

Enhanced Maternity & Paternity Policies

25 Days Annual Leave + 8 Bank Holidays

Qualifications

• Strong background in water/wastewater systems and civil engineering.
• Comfortable managing multiple stakeholders and delivering high-quality work.

Responsibilities

• Deliver investigation and design activities for water infrastructure projects.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external partners for project execution.
• Manage and prepare technical documentation for compliance.

Skills

Design in a Civils environment

Communication

Collaboration

Tools

AutoCAD 2D

GIS software

MS Office

Job description

Job Description

FJA is proud to be partnering with a leading service provider in the water and wastewater infrastructure sector to recruit an experienced Design Engineer. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing, forward-thinking engineering team working on essential infrastructure projects that positively impact communities and the environment.

This role offers a chance to contribute to high-profile projects while developing your career in a collaborative and supportive environment. You'll work across the full project lifecycle, from investigation through to detailed design and project delivery.

What's on offer:

• Matched Pension Scheme
• Company Car or Car Allowance + Fuel Card
• Salary Sacrifice Car Scheme
• Private Healthcare + Health Cash Plan
• Enhanced Maternity & Paternity Policies
• 25 Days Annual Leave + 8 Bank Holidays

As a Design Engineer, you'll support the planning and delivery of civil and network design projects across the clean and wastewater sectors. You'll collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams and external stakeholders to ensure timely, cost-effective, and compliant project outcomes.

Responsibilities:

1. Deliver investigation and design activities for water infrastructure projects to meet client specifications and industry standards.
2. Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to ensure seamless project execution.
3. Manage and prepare technical documentation, ensuring accuracy and regulatory compliance.
4. Integrate innovative methods, materials, and sustainable design practices into your work.
5. Support the production of reports and provide regular project updates to stakeholders.
6. Ensure full compliance with CDM, health and safety, and environmental regulations.
7. Assist with land access and statutory requirements in collaboration with clients.
8. Capture and compile documentation for H&S files and project completions.

Ideal Candidate:

The ideal candidate is a motivated and experienced Design Engineer with a strong background in water/wastewater systems and civil engineering. You should be comfortable managing multiple stakeholders and delivering high-quality work to tight deadlines.

Key Skills & Experience:

• Experience of Design in a Civils environment (MUST)
• Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Strong understanding of water and wastewater network systems and MEICA components
• Experience using AutoCAD 2D and GIS software
• Familiarity with network modelling tools (training can be provided)
• Awareness of process safety standards
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills
• Ability to work independently and within a team environment