Drainage Engineer

At AtkinsRéalis, we're not just designing infrastructure, we're engineering a better future. As part of our Networks & Drainage Solutions team, you'll play a key role in delivering sustainable, resilient, and forward-thinking civil engineering solutions that support communities and protect the environment.

We're looking for a Civil Engineer with a growing track record in water, drainage, and infrastructure design. This is an opportunity to advance your technical capabilities and career, contribute to nationally and internationally significant projects, and collaborate with some of the UK's leading experts in the field.

Your Purpose :

• Take a substantial lead in delivering and supporting the design of drainage, wastewater, and surface water management systems across a range of infrastructure and development projects.
• Prepare and check technical reports, drawings, and specifications in line with current standards and best practices.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams on major UK infrastructure programmes such as Sizewell C, Lower Thames Crossing, our national Rail portfolio, and initiatives to reduce Combined Sewer Overflow (CSO) discharges.
• Contribute to integrated water management strategies that prioritise climate resilience, sustainability, and community protection in both the UK and internationally.
• Apply your experience of digital tools and data-driven approaches to enhance design efficiency and project outcomes.
• Support socially impactful initiatives like EDAROTH, delivering sustainable infrastructure and housing for underserved communities.

What you can bring :

Why work for AtkinsRéalis?

We're ranked as one of LinkedIn's Top 25 Companies where UK professionals want to work and stay once they join. We've also made the Times Top 50 employers for women.

Our Infrastructure team uses innovation, new approaches, and data to help our clients deliver essential future infrastructure projects. As the work becomes more complex, our employees continue to challenge the status quo.

We're committed to engineering better for people and our planet, from our global Engineering Net-Zero programme to creating social value through EDAROTH community housing. We support active employee networks promoting awareness and allyship for under-represented groups, and run programmes supporting communities outside AtkinsRéalis, including schools, charities, ex-forces, and professionals returning after career breaks.

Security clearance :

This role may require security clearance, and offers of employment will depend on obtaining the relevant level of clearance. If necessary, this will be discussed at interview. The vetting process is managed by UKSV and may require proof of UK residency for 5 years or longer. Please do not mention or include details of any security clearance in your application or CV.

We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive community where everyone can thrive. We offer family-friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements, and employee networks to support staff from different backgrounds. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we welcome applications from all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities.

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