Principal Dams and Reservoirs Engineer

AtkinsRéalis; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salaries

Opportunities for training and development

Flexible holiday allowances

Job summary

AtkinsRéalis is seeking an experienced Principal Dams and Reservoirs Engineer based in Bristol or Swansea. You will coordinate multidisciplinary teams on innovative water infrastructure projects, producing high-quality technical deliverables and mentoring junior engineers.

This role offers hybrid working arrangements and focuses on shaping efficient, sustainable solutions in the Water market. A degree in Civil Engineering and strong communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing an engineering design delivery team.
• Strong knowledge in design of earth/concrete dams and hydraulic structures.
• Experience in the Water market is essential.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate/manage engineering design work on complex multidisciplinary projects.
• Produce and review technical deliverables like design reports and calculations.
• Mentor less experienced colleagues and grow engineering capabilities within the team.

Skills

Project management

Design of hydraulic structures

Communication skills

Mentoring

Problem-solving

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering

Chartered or Incorporated Civil Engineer

Job description

Overview

Shape the Future of our cities and environments.

Are you a Dams and Reservoirs Engineer who is passionate about making the world a better place? Are you ready to take up a vital role in some of the UK's most exciting and innovative projects?

Join AtkinsRéalis and take a leading role in shaping the future of our cities and environments.

We are looking for an energetic and experienced Principal Dams and Reservoirs Engineer to join our team within the Design & Advanced Technology (D&AT) Practice of AtkinsRéalis. You'll be part of a talented, multi‑disciplinary team delivering cutting edge, iconic projects to our Water market clients – clients such as Wessex Water, Welsh Water, Severn Trent Water, South West Water, Environment Agency, as well as other regional water authorities.

As a key member of our team, you'll play a vital role in delivering transformational programmes for critical UK infrastructure, with opportunities to work on landmark engineering projects both domestically and internationally. We are committed to providing industry‑leading solutions throughout the project lifecycle, adding value through client‑side and construction‑phase support.

Become part of a team where every voice matters, and together we can tackle our clients' toughest challenges. We foster a diverse and inclusive environment where world‑class talent thrives without boundaries. For us, collaboration is not a buzzword. We value the different perspectives our people bring and recognise everyone for their contributions equally.

We also know that different people have different priorities, which is why we support you with whatever you need.

We offer hybrid working: 3 days per week office/site based. This position is based in our Bristol or Swansea offices.

Your Role

The role offers a challenging and rewarding opportunity to apply knowledge, experience, and problem‑solving skills whilst providing good opportunities for career development.

• Coordinate or manage a team of engineers and scientists for delivery of technical design work on complex multidisciplinary reservoir and hydraulic structures projects following relevant national and project‑specific design codes and standards, to high‑quality levels.
• Produce and review technical deliverables such as design reports, drawings, calculations, and scopes of work with defined scope.
• Provide technical input into project design deliverables for reservoir and hydraulic structures aspects of complex multidisciplinary projects and work with the project management team to manage time and budgets to key project milestones and programmes.
• Collaborate with client, operational, project, or service activities within your immediate team and other related AtkinsRéalis teams.
• Provide mentorship to less experienced colleagues and help grow the Dams, Reservoirs and Hydraulic Structures Engineering capabilities within the local team.
• Work independently with minimal technical guidance, exercise personal judgement to solve difficult problems and provide guidance to junior team members.
• Provide technical support for bid proposals.
• Work closely with a multidisciplinary team in the UK and overseas to deliver integrated design solutions.
• Adhere to quality assurance standards in design, including checking and reviewing own work as well as others.

About You

• A degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent.
• Chartered or Incorporated Civil Engineer.
• Panel Engineer (or working towards becoming a Panel Engineer).
• Proven experience in coordinating or managing an engineering design delivery team for a design consultancy within a multidisciplinary environment.
• Takes a broad perspective to identify innovative solutions to design problems.
• Strong knowledge and practical experience in design of earth / concrete dams, flood walls and embankments, weirs, hydraulic structures, culverts, scour protection, access and accessibility and construction logistics.
• Practical knowledge of current design codes and standards as well as industry best practices, including CDM Regulations.
• Ability to work independently with minimal technical guidance.
• Experience in the Water market is essential.
• Strong communication skills, conveying technical concepts clearly and effectively within diverse multidisciplinary teams.
• A proactive, highly motivated mindset with a collaborative approach to drive teamwork and shared success across projects.

Meet some but not all of the criteria? We'd still love to hear from you! Please submit your CV along with a cover letter highlighting how your skills and experience align with the role.

Rewards & Benefits

Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive – at every stage of your life and your career. Enjoy competitive salaries, employee rewards and a range of benefits you can tailor to suit your health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle choices. Make the most of opportunities for training and professional development to grow your skills and expertise. Combine our hybrid working culture and flexible holiday allowances to balance a great job and fulfilling personal life.

About AtkinsRéalis

We're AtkinsRéalis, a world‑class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.

Additional Information

Security Clearance

This role may require security clearance and offers of employment will be dependent on obtaining the relevant level of clearance. If necessary, the vetting process will be discussed with you at interview. The vetting process is delivered by United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) and may require candidates to provide proof of residency in the UK of 5 years or longer.

We are committed to creating a culture where everyone feels they belong – a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop to be the best we can be. We offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and employee resource groups to support all employees. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and ability.

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