Civil Design Engineer

TN United Kingdom; Derby; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the water sector is seeking a Civil Design Engineer for a temporary position in Derby. The role involves producing civil designs for water and wastewater treatment projects, collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. Flexible hybrid working arrangements are available.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in the water sector, preferably on treatment works.
• Must be eligible to work in the UK and able to operate under an Inside IR35 contract.

Responsibilities

• Produce detailed civil designs for water and wastewater treatment works.
• Contribute to project planning, feasibility, and optioneering.
• Support site teams during construction with technical queries.

Skills

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

Civil 3D

MicroDrainage

Job description

Our client, operating in the water sector, is currently seeking a Civil Design Engineer to join their team in Derby on a temporary basis.

Role Overview:

Our client is looking for Civil Design Engineers to support the delivery of water and wastewater treatment projects. The role is based in Derby, with flexible hybrid working arrangements available.

Key Responsibilities:

• Produce detailed civil designs for water and wastewater treatment works
• Contribute to project planning, feasibility, and optioneering
• Work collaboratively with multi-disciplinary teams (MEICA, process, structural)
• Ensure designs comply with regulatory and client standards
• Support site teams during construction with technical queries and design updates
• Liaise with clients, stakeholders, and third parties as required

Job Requirements:

• Degree in Civil Engineering (or equivalent)
• Proven experience in the water sector, preferably on treatment works
• Strong understanding of civil design in clean water and/or wastewater infrastructure
• Proficiency with design software (e.g., Civil 3D, MicroDrainage, or similar)
• Good communication and collaboration skills
• Must be eligible to work in the UK and able to operate under an Inside IR35 contract
• Experience working with UK WASCs (e.g., Severn Trent, Anglian, Thames Water)
• Chartered or working toward chartership (ICE or equivalent)