Principal Engineer

Shirley Parsons; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected engineering consultancy is seeking a Principal Engineer to join its expanding water infrastructure team. This senior technical leadership position requires Chartered Engineer status and expertise in network modelling, hydraulics, and feasibility design. The role offers hybrid working opportunities across the UK and involves leading high-impact water and wastewater infrastructure projects to support sustainable development. Strong communication and stakeholder management skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Chartered Engineer status or equivalent experience.
• Strong technical background in water infrastructure.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and delivery of water and wastewater infrastructure projects.
• Conduct network modelling and hydraulic analysis.
• Develop concept and feasibility designs for water systems.

Skills

Network modelling

Hydraulics

Feasibility design

Technical leadership

Stakeholder management

Education

Chartered Engineer status or equivalent experience

Job description

Principal Engineer - Water Infrastructure
UK-Wide | Hybrid Working
Contract (Minimum 12 Months)
Water Sector | Infrastructure & Environmental Projects

A respected engineering consultancy is seeking a Principal Engineer to join its expanding water infrastructure team. This is a senior technical leadership role for a Chartered Engineer (or equivalent) with expertise in network modelling, hydraulics, and feasibility design. The position offers hybrid working from offices across the UK, with opportunities to contribute to high-impact water and wastewater projects that support sustainable development and community resilience.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design and delivery of water and wastewater infrastructure projects.
• Conduct network modelling and hydraulic analysis to support planning and design.
• Develop concept and feasibility designs for water systems.
• Ensure engineering solutions meet technical, regulatory, and client standards.
• Provide technical leadership and mentor junior engineers.
• Support client engagement and project coordination.

Ideal Candidate

• Chartered Engineer status or equivalent experience.
• Strong technical background in water infrastructure, especially network modelling and hydraulics.
• Experience in feasibility and concept design; detailed design is a plus.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Collaborative and proactive approach to engineering delivery.

Interested in joining and making a meaningful impact in water infrastructure? Let’s connect - we'd love to hear from you.

Vacancy Reference: CR/028656
Vacancy Owner: Teo Delacruz | [e-mail] | ([phone] | ([phone]