Drainage Engineer
Posted 8 days 1 hour ago by Penguin Recruitment Ltd
Drainage EngineerLocation: Reading, BerkshireSalary: £37,000 - £45,000
Looking to build real technical depth across sustainability-led drainage projects in Berkshire? This Drainage Engineer opportunity in Reading offers variety, flexibility and long-term progression within a specialist water team.
A well-established consultancy is seeking a Drainage Engineer to support surface water, foul drainage and flood risk schemes across the South East. As a Drainage Engineer, you will contribute to projects from concept through to detailed design while working within a collaborative hybrid structure anchored in Reading.
This Drainage Engineer role combines hands-on hydraulic design with stakeholder liaison and environmental compliance.
Key responsibilities Deliver SuDS, surface water and foul drainage designs Apply hydraulic and hydrological principles Interpret surveys, drawings and modelling outputs Ensure compliance with UK policy and guidance Liaise with clients, authorities and regulators Prepare technical reports and CDM support information
Candidate requirements Degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline Minimum three years' drainage or flood risk experience Proficient in Causeway Flow and AutoCAD Knowledge of SuDS and nature-based solutions Strong communication and reporting skills
Why applyThis Drainage Engineer position offers a salary of £37,000 - £45,000, hybrid working and structured progression within a respected Berkshire consultancy.
Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK. Sponsorship is not available.
Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency for this position. For more information, contact Andy Hopkins, our Civil Engineering specialist with over 30 years' recruitment experience.