Drainage Design Engineer - Manchester

Aldwych Consulting Ltd; Manchester; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A multi-disciplinary consultancy in Manchester is seeking a Drainage Design Engineer with at least 3 years of experience. You will prepare drainage strategies, design water systems, and support junior staff. The position offers a competitive salary, flexible working, and opportunities for professional development. Ideal candidates will hold a relevant degree and have proficiency in AutoCAD.

Benefits

25 days' holiday plus bank holidays

Matched pension scheme

Professional development support

Wellbeing programmes and discounts

Qualifications

• At least 3 years' experience in drainage design from concept to detailed stage.
• Solid understanding of SuDS and flood risk assessment principles.
• Knowledge of relevant planning policies and industry standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare drainage strategies and supporting planning documentation.
• Design surface and foul water systems, including sustainable drainage.
• Create detailed technical drawings using AutoCAD.

Skills

Drainage design

AutoCAD proficiency

Communication

Teamworking

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering or Environmental Science

Tools

AutoCAD

GIS (preferably QGIS)

Job description

Overview

Drainage Design Engineer - Manchester | Full-Time or Part-Time | Permanent

I'm working with a highly regarded multi-disciplinary consultancy that's currently looking to appoint a Drainage Design Engineer to join their growing Water Services team in Manchester. This is a fantastic opportunity to work on a diverse portfolio of planning and infrastructure projects across the public and private sectors. The position is offered on a flexible basis - either full-time or part-time - and comes with a competitive salary and strong opportunities for professional development.

The Role

As a Drainage Engineer, you will be involved from project conception through to delivery. Your responsibilities will include:

• Preparing drainage strategies and supporting planning documentation
• Designing surface and foul water systems, including sustainable drainage (SuDS)
• Creating detailed technical drawings, plans, and specifications using AutoCAD
• Assisting with flood risk and drainage projects for both new and existing developments
• Collaborating with clients and internal teams across multiple disciplines
• Mentoring junior staff and supporting their professional growth

What They're Looking For

• A relevant degree (e.g., Civil Engineering, Environmental Science) or equivalent experience
• At least 3 years\' experience in drainage design, from concept to detailed stage
• Proficiency in AutoCAD
• Solid understanding of SuDS and flood risk assessment principles
• Knowledge of relevant planning policies, industry standards, and regulatory processes
• Strong communication and teamworking skills
• Familiarity with pumping station design is advantageous

Desirable Skills

• Knowledge of Section 104, 106, and 278 design processes
• GIS experience (preferably QGIS)
• Project management experience
• Working towards or holding membership with a relevant professional body

What\u2019s On Offer

• Competitive salary based on skills and experience
• 25 days' holiday plus bank holidays (with the option to buy more)
• Matched pension scheme
• Flexible and hybrid working options
• Support for professional development and chartership
• Access to wellbeing programmes, discounts, and volunteering days
• The opportunity to work on some of the UK's most high-profile and innovative development projects

Interested?

If you\'re a drainage specialist looking to take the next step in your career and work with a forward-thinking consultancy in Manchester, I\'d be happy to share more details.

Will Herman
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Aldwych Consulting values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

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