River & Flood Risk Civil Engineer | Hybrid + Growth

WSP in the UK & Ireland; Wrexham; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Thrive wellbeing programme

Gymflex scheme

Menopause support

Job summary

WSP in the UK & Ireland is seeking Engineers at various levels to work on river, drainage and environmental projects across the UK. You will contribute to hydraulic design, asset inspections, and supervision of construction on landmark flood protection schemes, collaborating with local authorities and national environmental bodies.

The role offers hybrid working within the UK, development toward Chartership, and opportunities to impact sustainable water management across multiple sectors.

Qualifications

• Degree in civil or flood risk engineering.
• Experience post degree in hydraulic designs for river/flood defence projects.
• Knowledge of flood and river diversion design principles.

Responsibilities

• Delivery of river and flood-related civil engineering schemes.
• Prepare and support business cases for flood protection works.
• Develop outline and detailed designs for hydraulic flood projects.
• Work with infrastructure clients on hydraulic structures for highways, rail, and property.
• Prepare work schedules and specifications for contractors.
• Carry out asset inspection of above/below ground structures.
• Supervise construction works with support where required.

Skills

Civil/Flood risk engineering

Hydraulic design

Flood/river diversion design

CAD / Civil 3D

Site supervision

Strong communication

Project delivery

Education

Civil or flood risk engineering degree

Tools

CAD (AutoCAD)

Civil 3D

Job description

WSP in the UK & Ireland is seeking Engineers at various levels to work on river, drainage and environmental projects across the UK. You will contribute to hydraulic design, asset inspections, and supervision of construction on landmark flood protection schemes, collaborating with local authorities and national environmental bodies.

The role offers hybrid working within the UK, development toward Chartership, and opportunities to impact sustainable water management across multiple sectors.