Pipeline Engineer
Stantec · Bristol, England ·
Overview As Pipeline Civil Engineer, you will shape major pipeline projects across the UK and internationally, guiding technical deliverables from materials and buried-pipeline design to trenchless methods. You will apply advanced analysis, evaluate rehabilitation options, and lead condition assessments to extend asset life.
You'll contribute to proposals and high-level reports, while pursuing research with industry bodies. This role combines technical excellence with collaboration to modernize water networks and drive sustainable infrastructure.
Pay / Benefits hybrid / flexible working competitive salary bonus schemes enhanced pension plan private medical insurance life assurance Responsibilities Oversee full lifecycle delivery of major pipeline projects and technical deliverables Select materials and perform structural design of buried pipelines and thrust restraint Apply pipeline analysis tools and evaluate rehabilitation options Lead condition and failure assessments to extend asset life across networks Contribute to project proposals and prepare high-level technical reports Support research initiatives with industry bodies (UKWIR, CIRIA) Key requirements Degree in Civil Engineering and Chartered or Incorporated status, or working toward ICE/CIWEM registration Proven experience in structural design of buried pipelines and related standards (BS EN 1295-1:2019, BS 9295:2020) Experience with thrust restraint design (CIRIA C816/Report 128) and trunk main design Familiarity with pipeline rehabilitation, trenchless design, failure assessments, or piping analysis software (e.g., CAESAR II) Strong proposal and report-writing skills; ability to engage with multidisciplinary teams and stakeholders Proposal and report-writing skills Interpersonal confidence in stakeholder liaison Collaborative problem-solving approach Structural design of buried pipelines (BS EN 1295-1:2019) Thrust restraint design (CIRIA C816/Report 128) Trenchless design principles