Drainage Design Engineer

Belcan Technical Recruiting (UK) Ltd; Ipswich; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering recruitment firm is seeking a Drainage Design Engineer for a permanent role in London, with hybrid working arrangements. The successful candidate will focus on delivering infrastructure design projects across various sectors. Candidates should have a degree in Civil Engineering, strong experience in commercial and land development projects, and proficiency in relevant software including MicroDrainage and AutoCAD. You will be working closely with teams to ensure the delivery of high-quality solutions.

Qualifications

• Degree in Civil Engineering (or equivalent).
• Experience in commercial/land development infrastructure design.
• Proficiency in Civil 3D, AutoCAD, and MicroDrainage/InfoDrainage.

Responsibilities

• Produce detailed civil designs including utilities coordination and drainage.
• Work collaboratively with multi-disciplinary teams.
• Ensure high-quality infrastructure solutions.

Skills

Civil engineering

Drainage design

Proficiency in Civil 3D

Proficiency in AutoCAD

Knowledge of Eurocodes

Knowledge of CDM regulations

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

MicroDrainage

InfoDrainage

Job description

Job Description

Belcan Workforce Solutions is recruiting for a permanent position as a Drainage Design Engineer based in London. This role offers a hybrid working model with a minimum of two days in the office. The successful candidate will join a dynamic team delivering infrastructure design projects across sectors such as custodial, aviation, defence and power.

As a Drainage Design Engineer, you will be responsible for producing detailed civil designs including utilities coordination, below-ground drainage, pavement, hard standing, levels, and earthworks. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in commercial and land development projects rather than highways and be proficient in relevant design software.

This Drainage Design Engineer role requires individuals who are eligible for security clearance and have hands‑on experience with MicroDrainage or InfoDrainage. You will be expected to work collaboratively with multi‑disciplinary teams and contribute to the delivery of high‑quality infrastructure solutions.

Key Requirements

• Degree in Civil Engineering (or equivalent)
• Experience in commercial / land development infrastructure design
• Proficiency in Civil 3D, AutoCAD, and MicroDrainage / InfoDrainage
• Strong understanding of drainage design, earthworks, and external works
• Knowledge of Eurocodes, British Standards, CDM regulations, and BIM processes