Hydraulic Engineer - Water Sector

Stantec; Inverness; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonus schemes

Enhanced pension plan

Annual leave (buy/sell extra days)

Private medical insurance

Group income protection & life cover

Discounted gym membership

Job summary

Stantec is seeking a Hydraulic Engineer to support hydraulic projects across the full lifecycle for water sector clients in Scotland. You will work with experienced engineers to deliver practical, innovative solutions in Edinburgh, Glasgow or Inverness.

You will develop hydraulic models, run steady state and transient analyses, prepare reports, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver robust designs. Hybrid/flexible working is available.

Qualifications

• Degree in civil/mechanical/hydraulic engineering or related discipline.
• Interest in hydraulic engineering and UK water sector careers.
• Understanding of fluid mechanics and hydraulic principles.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work with multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Support hydraulic studies, calculations and technical assessments.
• Develop and analyse hydraulic models using specialised software.
• Assist with steady state and transient analysis and investigations.
• Prepare technical reports, drawings and documentation.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, clients and stakeholders.
• Support site investigations, design reviews and project delivery.
• Develop technical capability through mentoring and hands-on experience.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Team collaboration

Communication skills

UK water sector awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil/Mechanical/Hydraulic Engineering

Job description

The Opportunity

Hydraulic Engineer - Water Sector, Edinburgh, Glasgow or Inverness

Scottish Water is about to invest £8.1bn in its network, the biggest programme in its history. Stantec is one of just two Primary Designers chosen to deliver it. This landmark partnership, which potentially extends to 2039, secures meaningful work from our Scottish offices. Not one project. Not one framework cycle. A pipeline of water and wastewater schemes that will shape how Scotland lives for a generation. This major framework success anchors our exceptional performance across the UK for the AMP8 regulatory cycle, where we have secured exciting new project wins and solidified our standing as the number 1 design consultancy in the regulated water sector. Most engineers get one programme like this in a career. We're building the team now, and the people who join early get to shape how it runs. Learn more about careers with impact, right here in Scotland.

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.

Essential

About You

• 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 10 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
• Discounted gym membership
• 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. If you are excited by this role but worry that your experience doesn’t exactly align, we encourage you to apply.

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 [email protected] and we will talk to you about how we can support you.