Civil Design Engineer

FJA is proud to be partnering with a leading service provider in the water and wastewater infrastructure sector to recruit an experienced Design Engineer. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing, forward-thinking engineering team working on essential infrastructure projects that positively impact communities and the environment.

This role offers a chance to contribute to high-profile projects while developing your career in a collaborative and supportive environment. You’ll work across the full project lifecycle, from investigation through to detailed design and project delivery.

What’s on offer:

• Matched Pension Scheme
• Company Car or Car Allowance + Fuel Card
• Salary Sacrifice Car Scheme
• Private Healthcare + Health Cash Plan
• Enhanced Maternity & Paternity Policies
• 25 Days Annual Leave + 8 Bank Holidays

As a Design Engineer, you’ll support the planning and delivery of civil and network design projects across the clean and wastewater sectors. You'll collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams and external stakeholders to ensure timely, cost-effective, and compliant project outcomes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver investigation and design activities for water infrastructure projects to meet client specifications and industry standards.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to ensure seamless project execution.
• Manage and prepare technical documentation, ensuring accuracy and regulatory compliance.
• Integrate innovative methods, materials, and sustainable design practices into your work.
• Support the production of reports and provide regular project updates to stakeholders.
• Ensure full compliance with CDM, health and safety, and environmental regulations.
• Assist with land access and statutory requirements in collaboration with clients.
• Capture and compile documentation for H&S files and project completions.

The ideal candidate is a motivated and experienced Design Engineer with a strong background in water/wastewater systems and civil engineering. You should be comfortable managing multiple stakeholders and delivering high-quality work to tight deadlines.

Key Skills & Experience:

• Experience of Design in a Civils environment is a MUST 
• Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Strong understanding of water and wastewater network systems and MEICAT components
• Experience using AutoCAD 2D and GIS software
• Familiarity with network modelling tools (training can be provided)
• Awareness of process safety standards
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills
• Ability to work independently and within a team environment