Senior River Engineer | Flood Risk & Hydraulic Design Lead

Waterman Aspen; Essex; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in the UK is seeking a Senior / Principal River Engineer to join their Water and Environment South team. The successful candidate will engage in flood risk management and river engineering projects, with a focus on professional development, gaining diverse client exposure and enhancing technical skills. Essential qualifications include relevant UK experience and a degree in a related technical field. The role offers a competitive salary and an industry-leading benefits package including a company car or allowance, health insurance, pension contributions, and generous holiday.

Benefits

Company car or car allowance

25 days annual leave (option to buy more)

Permanent health insurance

Qualifications

• Experience designing flood walls, embankments, weirs, and hydraulic structures.
• Ability to review calculations and technical deliverables.
• Chartered or working towards chartered status.

Responsibilities

• Be a key member of the Water and Environment South team.
• Work on a variety of flood risk management and river engineering projects.
• Contribute to technical progression and project reporting.

Skills

UK experience with public/private/third-sector clients

Hands-on design experience in flood risk management

Good communication skills

Education

Degree in Environmental or Civil Engineering or equivalent

Tools

AutoCAD

GIS Mapping

Job description

A leading engineering firm in the UK is seeking a Senior / Principal River Engineer to join their Water and Environment South team. The successful candidate will engage in flood risk management and river engineering projects, with a focus on professional development, gaining diverse client exposure and enhancing technical skills. Essential qualifications include relevant UK experience and a degree in a related technical field. The role offers a competitive salary and an industry-leading benefits package including a company car or allowance, health insurance, pension contributions, and generous holiday.