Civil Design Engineer

Enisca Browne; Hemel Hempstead; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Enisca Browne is seeking a Civil Design Engineer to join our team in delivering sustainable water and wastewater infrastructure. You will lead civil design across projects, coordinate with external consultants, and ensure designs meet project requirements, buildability, and regulatory standards.

The role requires office or site presence at least three days a week and involves feasibility studies, technical documentation, design reviews, and collaboration with mechanical, electrical and process

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field required.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D and Revit; BIM processes understood.
• Experience coordinating external consultants and design teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead civil design scope across projects and review packages.
• Coordinate with external consultants and clients; ensure buildability.
• Support construction phases with feasibility studies and risk reviews.

Skills

Leadership

Coordination

Communication

Problem-solving

Project management

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Revit

BIM workflows

Job description

Are you a skilled civil engineer with a passion for designing sustainable infrastructure? We’re looking for a Civil Design Engineer to join our team and deliver innovative solutions for water and wastewater treatment projects. Working as a key member of our Design Team, you will take responsibility for coordinating, reviewing, and developing civil design packages, ensuring every solution meets project requirements, buildability expectations, and regulatory standards.

In this role, you’ll lead the civil design scope across multiple projects, managing external consultants, liaising directly with clients, and ensuring designs integrate smoothly with mechanical, electrical, and process engineering disciplines. From feasibility assessments and technical documentation to design risk reviews and supporting construction phases, you’ll help deliver efficient, safe, and cost‑effective solutions throughout the entire project lifecycle.

Please note that the role requires for you to be in the office or on site at least 3 days a week.

About Enisca Browne

Enisca Browne is part of Browne Group, a leading contractor in the UK water and civil engineering sectors. Together we deliver essential infrastructure that supports clean water, safe drainage and reliable services for communities.

Enisca Browne focuses on the systems that keep water and wastewater treatment sites running at their best. We work on power, process equipment, control systems and the civil structures that support them.

As the Group’s mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, control and automation specialist, we manage everything from control panel manufacturing to full system integration and commissioning. Our teams bring deep technical knowledge and a collaborative approach to solving real-world challenges.

We offer opportunities for people with a range of skills and backgrounds, from hands‑on engineering to project support and technical delivery. Everyone plays a part in helping us deliver safe, smart and sustainable solutions.

What We’re Looking For

We’re seeking someone who brings technical depth, design leadership, and a collaborative mindset. You’ll thrive in a multidisciplinary environment and enjoy influencing the development of sustainable, practical, and innovative designs.

Skills & Knowledge

• Strong leadership and coordination skills, with experience overseeing external consultants and collaborating effectively with clients and multidisciplinary teams.
• Detail‑focused, analytical, and proactive, with strong problem‑solving abilities and the organisation to manage multiple design workstreams.
• Excellent communication skills and a commitment to continuous learning and professional development.

Experience

• 5+ years’ civil design engineering experience, ideally within water or wastewater, including managing and reviewing external design consultants.
• Proven ability to develop civil works packages (earthworks, foundations, structures, drainage) with an understanding of construction methods, buildability, and relevant engineering standards.

Essential Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline, with proficiency in civil design software (e.g., AutoCAD Civil 3D, Revit) and understanding of BIM processes and collaborative design workflows.