Senior Civil Engineer

Ayesa; Belfast City District; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Competitive salary

Pension match

Income protection

Life assurance

Training & development

Employee assistance

Family & well-being support

Sports & social

25 days annual leave

Job summary

Ayesa is seeking a Civil Engineer in Belfast to provide expertise in drainage and Sustainable Urban Drainage Systems (SUDS) across current and upcoming pipeline civil infrastructure projects.

The role requires a degree in civil-related field, 3+ years design consultancy, and experience with hydraulic modelling and AutoCAD; hybrid working in the Belfast area and strong development opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
• Active towards chartership with Engineers Ireland, ICE or CIWEM.
• Minimum 3 years design consultancy experience as Project/Senior Engineer.
• Experience with hydraulic modelling tools (Causeway Flow preferred).
• Proficiency with Autodesk suite and knowledge of CDM regulations.

Responsibilities

• Design surface and subsurface drainage systems (culverts, ponds, swales).
• Use hydraulic/hydrological models to analyze flow and capacity.
• Integrate SuDS (permeable pavements, green roofs).
• Ensure designs meet local government and environmental regulations.
• Coordinate with contractors, surveyors and environmental engineers.
• Apply Autodesk (AutoCAD) and CDM regulations to designs.
• Use hydraulic modelling software (Causeway Flow) for simulations.

Skills

Civil Engineer

Chartered (aspiring)

Design consultancy

Autodesk AutoCAD

CDM regulations knowledge

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering

Environmental Science

Geography

Related field

Tools

Causeway Flow

MicroDrainage

InfoDrainage

AutoCAD

Job description

Company Ayesa Location Belfast, United Kingdom Functional Area Senior Civil Engineer Workplace type Hybrid

Company Description

Ayesa Engineering is a leading multidisciplinary engineering and project management firm with more than 60 years of experience shaping the future of the built environment. With more than 3,200 professionals in over 16 countries across the globe, the company offers innovative design, construction supervision, and consulting services in key sectors, including transportation, water, buildings and cities, and energy. A Top 50 Global Engineering firm, Ayesa Engineering is recognised for its technical excellence and its ability to manage complex infrastructure projects for public and private clients, combining deep sector expertise with a commitment to sustainability and cutting-edge solutions.

Position

We’re currently looking for a Civil Engineer to provide their expertise in drainage and Sustainable Urban Drainage Systems (SUDS) to support the delivery of both current and upcoming pipeline civil infrastructure projects within our Belfast team.

Requirements

Skills, Knowledge and Experience:

• Civil Engineer with Degree qualified in Civil Engineering, Environmental Science, Geography or other related field
• Ideally candidate working towards chartership with Engineers Ireland, ICE or CIWEM
• Minimum of 3 years design consultancy experience – Project Engineer / Senior Engineer
• Competence in the use of Hydraulic modelling – first preference, Causeway Flow, however proficient in MicroDrainage/InfoDrainage would be satisfactory should they be willing to transfer their skillset to Causeway Flow.
• Ability to use AutoDesk suite e.g. AutoCAD and have a Civils knowledge of the CDM Regulations
• Belfast based / surrounding area

Key Accountabilities:

• Design surface and subsurface drainage systems, including culverts, retention ponds, swales, and storm sewers.
• Use hydraulic and hydrological models to analyse water flow and drainage capacity.
• Integrate sustainable drainage solutions (SuDS) like permeable pavements and green roofs.
• Ensure designs meet local government and environmental regulations.
• Coordinate with contractors, surveyors, and environmental engineers.
• Use Autodesk Suite e.g. AutoCAD and apply Civils knowledge of the CDM regulations for designs.
• Use hydrological modelling software’s, including Causeway Flow for hydraulic simulations and calculations.

Other information

We offer a competitive salary package along with a comprehensive range of benefits designed to support your professional growth and enhance your overall well-being:

• Competitive Salary: We offer a competitive salary package to attract and retain top talent in the industry.
• Flexible Working: Enjoy flexible working hours and hybrid working, allowing you to achieve a better work-life balance.
• Employer Pension Match Scheme: We offer a pension match scheme to help you secure your financial future.
• Income Protection: Receive support in safeguarding your income in the event of illness or injury.
• Life Assurance: Gain peace of mind with life assurance coverage.
• Training and Development Programme: Access a range of training and development opportunities to enhance your skills and advance your career.
• Family & Well-Being Support: Benefit from our Enhanced Maternity & Paternity Benefits and our confidential support services to address personal or professional challenges, included in our Employee Assistance Programme.
• Sports and Social: Engage in our vibrant sports and social activities to foster a sense of community and well-being among our team members.
• Increased Annual Leave: 25 days’ annual leave plus statutory bank holidays, enjoy increased annual leave entitlements based on years of service.
• Recognition Awards: Receive recognition for your contributions through our awards program, celebrating achievements and excellence.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.