Civil Engineer – Drainage

We are looking to appoint a Civil Engineer with expertise in Drainage to join our growing team based in Wiveliscombe.

This role is central to developing effective drainage solutions across a wide range of civil engineering projects, covering sewage, surface water, and trade effluent requirements from early feasibility through to detailed design and construction support.

This is a full‑time, permanent position offering a salary of up to £50,000 depending on experience. Working hours are 9am–5pm, Monday to Friday. Hybrid working is available, with a minimum of three days per week in the office.

A well‑rounded benefits package is offered after probation, including health and wellbeing support, life cover, a competitive pension contribution, flexible holiday options, and eligibility for an annual performance bonus.

You will contribute to the full lifecycle of drainage engineering projects, including:

Developing drainage strategies, feasibility assessments, and technical solutions for a range of domestic, commercial, and municipal schemes

Producing detailed drainage designs for construction, including foul, surface water, SuDS features, pumped and gravity systems

Preparing construction drawings, technical notes, schematic reports, and designer risk assessments

Completing flood risk assessments and supporting construction and commissioning activities, including setting‑out information, construction details, and clash analysis

Working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary design team — including architects, structural and geotechnical engineers — while also being able to work independently where required

Managing client relationships, defining project briefs, preparing fee proposals, and providing progress updates appropriate to your level of experience

Coordinating and delivering regulatory submissions such as planning applications, environmental permits, and other statutory approvals

Using Causeway and AutoCAD for network design, modelling, and specification of water quantity and water quality features

Training

Mentored training for professional qualifications with the ICE

Essential Skills/Qualifications

Minimum 3 years’ experience in a similar drainage or civil engineering role

Strong understanding of drainage design, SuDS, and water/wastewater systems

Good working knowledge of AutoCAD

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

High attention to detail and accuracy in technical work

Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines

Experience of construction site environments

A proactive, solutions‑focused approach

Desirable Skills/Qualifications

Knowledge of nutrient neutrality

Knowledge of pumping station and rising main design

Knowledge of sewage treatment

Qualifications considered:

Degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline

HNC/HND in Civil Engineering or equivalent non‑degree qualification