Hydraulic Engineer

Overview

In this role you will contribute to delivering resilient, sustainable water infrastructure across the UK. You’ll work with experienced hydraulic engineers and multidisciplinary teams on nationally significant water and wastewater projects. You will develop hydraulic models, run analyses, and produce technical reports that inform client decisions. This is a hands-on position with mentoring and opportunities to shape innovative water solutions.

Pay / Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Bonus schemes
• Enhanced pension plan
• Private medical insurance
• Life assurance
• Hybrid / flexible working

Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of hydraulic studies, calculations and technical assessments
• Develop and analyse hydraulic models using software such as HADES, VARISM, Flow-3D or equivalents
• Assist with steady state and transient analysis, pumping system assessments and hydraulic investigations
• Prepare technical reports, drawings and engineering documentation
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, clients and project stakeholders
• Support site investigations, design reviews and project delivery activities
• Develop technical capability through mentoring, training and hands-on project experience

Key requirements

• Degree qualified in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Hydraulic Engineering or related discipline
• Interest in developing a career in hydraulic engineering and the UK water sector
• Understanding of fluid mechanics and hydraulic principles
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams
• Good communication skills and willingness to learn and develop
• Desirable: experience using hydraulic modelling software such as HADES, VARISM, Flow-3D or equivalent
• Desirable: previous experience in water, utilities or infrastructure sectors
• Desirable: working towards professional accreditation with a relevant institution
• Desirable: experience supporting technical reports, calculations or engineering studies
• Collaborative
• Analytical thinking
• Good communication
• Hydraulic modelling software (HADES, VARISM, Flow-3D)
• Fluid mechanics understanding
• Pumping system analysis

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