Design Water Engineer

Beyond Recruitment; Wellington; Hybrid; NZD 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hybrid work

Professional development

Chartership support

Diverse projects

Wellbeing initiatives

Career progression

Job summary

Beyond Recruitment – Wellington is seeking a Water Engineer to plan, design, and deliver water, wastewater, and stormwater projects in New Zealand. You will collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to develop practical and sustainable solutions for public and private sector clients, with opportunities for professional growth and chartership support.

The role offers hybrid working arrangements, exposure to diverse projects, and a supportive team culture aimed at delivering resilient communities

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil, Environmental, or Water Engineering.
• 5+ years of relevant experience in water infrastructure design and delivery.
• Experience across water supply, wastewater, stormwater, or three waters projects.
• Knowledge of New Zealand standards, guidelines, and council requirements.
• Experience using water modelling and design software.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• The ability to manage competing priorities and work effectively within project teams.
• Membership or progress toward Chartered Professional Engineer (CPEng) status would be advantageous, but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver water, wastewater, and stormwater infrastructure projects.
• Undertake hydraulic and hydrological assessments and modelling.
• Prepare engineering calculations, reports, specifications, and technical documentation.
• Support project delivery from concept design through to construction.
• Coordinate with civil, structural, environmental, and planning teams.
• Engage with clients, contractors, local authorities, and other stakeholders.
• Assist with project management, including programme, budget, and risk management activities.
• Provide technical input into proposals and business development opportunities.
• Contribute to innovation and continuous improvement within the team.

Skills

Water infrastructure design

Hydraulic modelling

Hydrological modelling

Client engagement

Project management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil, Environmental, or Water Engineering

Tools

Water modelling software

Job description

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Beyond Recruitment – Wellington, North Island

This is a boutique and growing forward-thinking multi-disciplinary consultancy providing engineering, planning, project management, and advisory services across water infrastructure sectors. Their collaborative approach enables them to deliver innovative and sustainable solutions for public and private sector clients throughout New Zealand.

As their project portfolio continues to grow, they are seeking a talented and motivated Water Engineer to join our team and contribute to the delivery of a diverse range of water infrastructure projects.

The Opportunity

As a Water Engineer, you will play a key role in the planning, design, and delivery of water, wastewater, and stormwater projects. Working alongside a team of experienced professionals across multiple disciplines, you will help develop practical and sustainable solutions that support resilient communities and environmental outcomes.
This role offers excellent opportunities for professional growth, exposure to a broad range of projects, and the chance to make a meaningful impact within a collaborative consultancy environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and deliver water, wastewater, and stormwater infrastructure projects.
• Undertake hydraulic and hydrological assessments and modelling.
• Prepare engineering calculations, reports, specifications, and technical documentation.
• Support project delivery from concept design through to construction.
• Coordinate with civil, structural, environmental, and planning teams.
• Engage with clients, contractors, local authorities, and other stakeholders.
• Assist with project management, including programme, budget, and risk management activities.
• Provide technical input into proposals and business development opportunities.
• Contribute to innovation and continuous improvement within the team.

About You

You will be a proactive and solutions-focused engineer who enjoys working collaboratively and building strong client relationships.

Ideally, you will have:

• A Bachelor's degree in Civil, Environmental, or Water Engineering.
• 5+ years of relevant experience in water infrastructure design and delivery.
• Experience across water supply, wastewater, stormwater, or three waters projects.
• Knowledge of relevant New Zealand standards, guidelines, and council requirements.
• Experience using water modelling and design software.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• The ability to manage competing priorities and work effectively within project teams.
• Membership or progress toward Chartered Professional Engineer (CPEng) status would be advantageous, but not essential.

What We Offer

• Competitive remuneration package - $120K - $140K
• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements.
• Professional development and support towards chartership.
• Exposure to a diverse range of projects and clients.
• Collaborative and supportive team culture.
• Career progression opportunities within a growing consultancy.
• Employee wellbeing initiatives and social activities.

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