Hydraulic Engineer

Stantec Consulting International Ltd.; Brighton; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid / Flexible working

Competitive salary and benefits

Job summary

Stantec is seeking a hydraulic engineer to join our expanding Hydraulic Engineering team across Reading, Brighton, Leeds, Edinburgh or Warrington. You will work on national water and wastewater schemes, delivering hydraulic studies and modelling with senior engineers.

You will gain hands-on experience with hydraulic modelling tools such as HADES, VARISM and Flow-3D, supporting project delivery and reporting while developing technical credibility and client-facing skills.

Qualifications

• Degree-qualified in Civil, Mechanical, Hydraulic Engineering or a related discipline.
• Interest in developing a career within hydraulic engineering and the UK water sector.
• Understanding of fluid mechanics and hydraulic principles.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams.
• Good communication skills and a willingness to learn and develop.

Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of hydraulic studies, calculations and technical assessments.
• Develop and analyse hydraulic models using specialist software such as HADES, VARISM, Flow-3D or equivalent.
• Assist with steady state and transient analysis, pumping system assessments and hydraulic investigations.
• Prepare technical reports, drawings and engineering documentation.
• Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams, clients and project stakeholders.
• Support site investigations, design reviews and project delivery activities.
• Develop technical capability through mentoring, training and hands-on project experience.

Skills

Hydraulic Engineering

Civil Engineering

Analytical skills

Teamwork

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering / Mechanical Engineering / Hydraulic Engineering

Tools

HADES

VARISM

Flow-3D

Job description

The UK water sector is undergoing a period of significant investment, creating exciting opportunities to deliver innovative engineering solutions that improve resilience, protect the environment and support communities for generations to come. At Stantec, our Hydraulic Engineering team is helping shape the future of water infrastructure by delivering specialist expertise across some of the UK's largest regulated water frameworks.

We’re looking for a Hydraulic Engineer to join our growing team in Reading, Brighton, Leeds, Edinburgh or Warrington . This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your technical skills while working on nationally significant water and wastewater projects alongside experienced hydraulic specialists and multidisciplinary engineering teams.

You’ll gain exposure to complex engineering challenges, develop your expertise across hydraulic modelling and analysis, and play an important role in delivering sustainable solutions that make a real difference.

ABOUT THE ROLE

As a Hydraulic Engineer , you'll support the delivery of hydraulic engineering projects across the full project lifecycle, working alongside experienced engineers to develop practical and innovative solutions for our water sector clients.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting the delivery of hydraulic studies, calculations and technical assessments.

• Developing and analysing hydraulic models using specialist software such as HADES, VARISM, Flow-3D or equivalent.

• Assisting with steady state and transient analysis, pumping system assessments and hydraulic investigations.

• Preparing technical reports, drawings and engineering documentation.

• Working collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams, clients and project stakeholders.

• Supporting site investigations, design reviews and project delivery activities.

• Developing your technical capability through mentoring, training and hands‑on project experience.

YOUR IMPACT

Your work will contribute to the delivery of resilient and sustainable water infrastructure across the UK. By developing your hydraulic engineering expertise, you'll help clients make informed decisions, improve asset performance and deliver solutions that support communities and protect the environment.

As part of our national Hydraulic Engineering team, you’ll have the opportunity to build your technical career, learn from industry specialists and contribute to projects that address some of the biggest challenges facing the water sector.

ABOUT YOU

Essential

• Degree qualified in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Hydraulic Engineering or a related discipline.

• An interest in developing a career within hydraulic engineering and the UK water sector.

• Understanding of fluid mechanics and hydraulic principles.

• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.

• Ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams.

• Good communication skills and a willingness to learn and develop.

Desirable

• Experience using hydraulic modelling software such as HADES, VARISM, Flow-3D or equivalent.

• Previous experience within the water, utilities or infrastructure sectors.

• Working towards professional accreditation with a relevant institution.

• Experience supporting technical reports, calculations or engineering studies.

WHY JOIN US

We put people first:

We’re proud of our friendly, inclusive and collaborative environment where everyone feels valued and driven to succeed.

We are driven to achieve:

Named in the top 50 companies to work by Glassdoor 2025. Recognised by Corporate Knights as one of the world’s top 10 most sustainable companies 2025. Named ‘Best Place to Work’ and ‘International Consulting Firm of the Year’ at the NCE Awards 2024.

We do what is right:

Industry leading training and development as well as paid for professional subscriptions. A professional progression plan, supporting you to become chartered with ICE.

We are better together:

A supportive and collaborative team environment and Early Careers peer group and wider ERG network (see more on our ERGs here: Stantec Employee Resource Groups).

Growth:

We’re on an exciting growth journey across the UK - we want you to be part of it!

Great Benefits:

Competitive salary, bonus schemes, enhanced pension plan, annual leave with the option to buy/sell additional days, private medical insurance, group income protection & life assurance included as standard as well as discounted gym membership and lots more.

Hybrid / Flexible working:

Enjoy a healthy work-life balance with our hybrid approach to flexible working.

About Stantec

The Stantec community unites more than 34,000 employees working in over 450 locations across 6 continents. We have been working with our clients and communities in the UK for over 150 years. We plan, design, deliver and manage the development and infrastructure needed to support the creation of sustainable, healthy and prosperous communities.

Our teams provide effective and relevant solutions, translating our clients’ vision into valued consents, deliverable plans for projects and programmes, and efficient designs for delivery, based on technical excellence and deep market insights. We deal with today’s challenges, but also keep a fairer, better tomorrow in sight, looking at how we deliver clean growth, support radical changes in our economy and meet the needs of future communities.

Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment.

Building an inspired, inclusive work environment that attracts, supports, and develops world-class talent is a crucial key to our success.

At Stantec we want you to perform your best at every stage of the recruitment process and are committed to ensuring it is accessible to all. If you need any support or require adjustments to be made then please contact [e-mail] we will talk to you about how we can support you.

ReqID: 9186

Other Locations: Leeds, Edinburgh, Reading, Brighton