Senior Hydraulic Engineer - Water Sector
Stantec
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Job summary
Stantec is seeking a Senior Hydraulic Engineer to lead hydraulic studies and model development for water and wastewater infrastructure across the UK, with delivery from feasibility through to construction support. You will mentor junior engineers and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams in a hybrid working environment.
The role requires a degree in civil/mechanical/hydraulic engineering, UK water sector experience, and strong knowledge of fluid mechanics and transient analysis.
Qualifications
- Degree qualified (or equivalent) in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Hydraulic Engineering or a related discipline.
- Experience delivering hydraulic engineering projects within the UK water sector or another regulated infrastructure environment.
- Strong understanding of fluid mechanics, hydraulic structures and transient analysis.
- Experience using hydraulic modelling software such as HADES, VARISM, Flow-3D or equivalent.
- Experience leading technical delivery on multidisciplinary engineering projects.
- Strong communication, analytical and stakeholder management skills.
- Experience mentoring or supporting the development of junior engineers.
Responsibilities
- Deliver hydraulic studies, including steady state and transient analysis, across a range of water infrastructure projects.
- Developing and reviewing hydraulic models, calculations and technical reports using specialist software such as HADES, VARISM, Flow-3D or equivalent.
- Providing technical guidance on pumping systems, hydraulic structures and conveyance assets.
- Working collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams, Project Managers and clients to develop practical, sustainable engineering solutions.
- Supporting site investigations, design reviews and construction activities where required.
- Mentoring and supporting junior engineers while contributing to the continuous improvement of hydraulic engineering best practice.
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Job description
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 Edinburgh, Glasgow and Inverness 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
As a Senior Hydraulic Engineer , you'll lead the technical delivery of hydraulic engineering studies across a diverse portfolio of water and wastewater infrastructure projects, supporting delivery from feasibility and optioneering through to detailed design and construction support.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Delivering hydraulic studies, including steady state and transient analysis, across a range of water infrastructure projects.
- Developing and reviewing hydraulic models, calculations and technical reports using specialist software such as HADES, VARISM, Flow-3D or equivalent.
- Providing technical guidance on pumping systems, hydraulic structures and conveyance assets.
- Working collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams, Project Managers and clients to develop practical, sustainable engineering solutions.
- Supporting site investigations, design reviews and construction activities where required.
- Mentoring and supporting junior engineers while contributing to the continuous improvement of hydraulic engineering best practice.
Your work will directly influence the resilience, efficiency and long-term performance of critical water infrastructure across the UK. Through high-quality hydraulic engineering, you'll help clients optimise asset performance, improve network resilience and deliver sustainable solutions that address future environmental and operational challenges.
Beyond project delivery, you'll support the continued growth of Stantec's Hydraulic Engineering capability by sharing technical knowledge, mentoring colleagues and driving engineering excellence. Your expertise will help deliver infrastructure that protects communities, safeguards the environment and creates lasting value for our clients.
- Degree qualified (or equivalent) in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Hydraulic Engineering or a related discipline.
- Experience delivering hydraulic engineering projects within the UK water sector or another regulated infrastructure environment.
- Strong understanding of fluid mechanics, hydraulic structures and transient analysis.
- Experience using hydraulic modelling software such as HADES, VARISM, Flow-3D or equivalent.
- Experience leading technical delivery on multidisciplinary engineering projects.
- Strong communication, analytical and stakeholder management skills.
- Experience mentoring or supporting the development of junior engineers.
- Chartered Engineer (CEng) status or working towards professional registration.
- Experience working collaboratively with contractors and delivery partners.
- Experience supporting framework delivery and client relationships.
- Knowledge of digital engineering tools and modern methods of project delivery.
We're proud of our friendly, inclusive and collaborative environment where everyone feels valued and driven to succeed.
Named in the top 50 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.
Industry leading training and development as well as paid for professional subscriptions. A professional progression plan, supporting you to become chartered with ICE.
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).
We're on an exciting growth journey across the UK - we want you to be part of it!
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 as well as discounted gym membership and lots more.
Enjoy a healthy work-life balance with our hybrid approach to flexible working.
If you're ready to take the next step in your hydraulic engineering career and help deliver nationally significant water infrastructure projects that will benefit communities for generations to come, we'd love to hear from you.
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 careers.UK@stantec.comand we will talk to you about how we can support you.
Glasgow, Inverness
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