Civil Engineer – Wastewater Infrastructure (Slough)

Robertwalpole; Slough; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing engineering consultancy in Slough seeks multiple Civil Engineers to support their detailed design team for wastewater infrastructure projects. The role demands UK-based experience and includes responsibilities such as the technical delivery of wastewater networks and stakeholder engagement. Ideal candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, a minimum of 2 years in pipeline design, and familiarity with key engineering tools. Initially onsite for induction, it transitions to a hybrid model.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in UK-based wastewater pipeline design.
• Experience working to Sewerage Sector Guidance and relevant BS EN standards.
• Full UK driving licence for site visits.

Responsibilities

• Support the detailed design and delivery of wastewater networks.
• Liaise with water utility companies and stakeholders.
• Develop designs for pumping stations and gravity sewer systems.

Skills

UK-based wastewater pipeline design

Sewerage systems knowledge

Good understanding of drainage hydraulics

Experience with AutoCAD

Familiarity with Civil 3D

Hydraulic modelling software

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

InfoWorks ICM

MicroDrainage

EPANET

Job description

Robert Walpole and Partners, a rapidly growing UK-based engineering consultancy in Slough, is looking for multiple Civil Engineers with UK-based experience in wastewater infrastructure to join our expanding detailed design team. For the first month, you will be required to attend our Slough office for induction and to embed with the team. After this, the role will move to a hybrid arrangement.

Key Responsibilities

1. Technical Delivery & Project Support
   • Support the detailed design and delivery of wastewater networks, including sewerage rising mains and trunk sewers.
   • Provide technical input into wastewater pipeline rehabilitation and renewal projects.
   • Assist with design development, planning, and optioneering of wastewater infrastructure schemes.
   • Ensure designs comply with Water Industry Standards, Sewerage Sector Guidance, and relevant UK regulations.
   • Desirable: experience using hydraulic modelling and pipeline design tools, where applicable, to support cost-effective engineering solutions.
2. Engineering & Design
   • Develop designs for pumping stations, rising mains, and gravity sewer systems.
   • Undertake condition assessments and feasibility studies for wastewater asset rehabilitation.
   • Ensure designs integrate effectively with existing networks and treatment facilities.
   • Desirable: knowledge of surge analysis, transient flow, and pressure management where required.
   • Supervise and coordinate the creation of technical drawings, subject to senior review and approval.
3. Client & Stakeholder Engagement
   • Liaise with water utility companies, contractors, and regulatory bodies to support project delivery.
   • Attend meetings with clients, local authorities, and internal teams alongside senior engineers.
   • Support site visits, surveys, and inspections as required.
   • Provide technical input into contractor methodologies, construction planning, and risk management discussions.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in UK-based wastewater pipeline design and sewer infrastructure projects.
• Good understanding of rising mains, sewerage systems, and drainage hydraulics.
• Experience working to Sewerage Sector Guidance, Water standards, and relevant BS EN standards.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and hydraulic modelling software such as InfoWorks ICM, MicroDrainage, or EPANET.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to attend site visits as required.

To apply, please send your CV, a cover letter detailing your relevant experience, and references to [e-mail], ensuring you include “Civil - Wastewater (Slough)” in the subject line.