Flood Risk Engineer: Innovative Hydrology & Drainage (London)

Penguin Recruitment Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Career development

Diverse projects

Collaborative environment

London-based career

Job summary

Penguin Recruitment Ltd in London is seeking a Flood Risk Engineer to join an award-winning, multidisciplinary civil and structural engineering consultancy. The role offers a competitive salary and a clear path for progression as workload and coverage expand across its London office.

You will deliver flood risk assessments, perform hydrological analyses, and prepare technical reports while liaising with clients, authorities, and project teams.

Qualifications

• A Degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Water Engineering, or a related field.
• Relevant experience in flood risk, hydrology, hydraulic modelling, or drainage.
• Familiarity with industry-standard flood modelling and drainage software.
• Strong analytical, report-writing and communication skills.
• A proactive approach and enthusiasm for developing as a Flood Risk Engineer.
• Full UK driving licence and right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Delivering flood risk assessments and drainage strategies for a range of development and infrastructure projects.
• Executing hydrological and hydraulic modelling and interpret technical data.
• Preparing technical reports, calculations, and flood risk documentations.
• Supporting planning applications and liaise with clients, consultants, and relevant authorities.
• Contributing to innovative flood mitigation and sustainable water management solutions.
• Working collaboratively with engineers and multidisciplinary project teams.
• Developing your technical expertise as a Flood Risk Engineer across varied projects.

Skills

Flood risk

Hydrological modelling

Drainage design

Analytical thinking

Education

Civil Engineering degree

Environmental/Water engineering

Job description

Penguin Recruitment Ltd in London is seeking a Flood Risk Engineer to join an award-winning, multidisciplinary civil and structural engineering consultancy. The role offers a competitive salary and a clear path for progression as workload and coverage expand across its London office.

You will deliver flood risk assessments, perform hydrological analyses, and prepare technical reports while liaising with clients, authorities, and project teams.