Our client is a well-established regional civil engineering and utilities services organisation operating across Yorkshire and the Humber. With strong Design & Build capabilities, they deliver high-quality infrastructure projects for clients including private developers, local authorities, and major utilities companies. The company takes pride in maintaining excellent client relationships and fostering a supportive, inclusive workplace culture.

The Role

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Civil Design Engineer with a background in water and utilities design to join an integrated engineering team. The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering both infrastructure and non-infrastructure projects, taking designs from concept through to detailed design, construction, and commissioning support.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate and undertake civil and drainage design activities in accordance with client specifications and relevant design standards.

• Develop design solutions through all project stages, including drawings, calculations, reports, and cost estimates.

• Attend client and project meetings, ensuring clear communication and collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.

• Review and check design outputs to maintain accuracy and quality.

• Support planning, programming, and commercial management activities.

• Stay up to date with industry trends and emerging technologies, attending relevant engineering events and expos.

• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior team members, technicians, and apprentices.

• Collaborate with other design disciplines to ensure cohesive and integrated project delivery.

• Promote a culture of health, safety, and environmental awareness across all activities.

• Uphold company values and maintain strong relationships with clients, project teams, and stakeholders.

Skills & Experience Required

• Degree-qualified in Civil Engineering (or related discipline); Chartered or working towards chartership (e.g. ICE membership) preferred.

• Proven experience in civil design for water treatment or utilities projects, including drainage, clean water, and separation systems.

• Strong understanding of UK Water Industry and Sewer Sector Guidance standards.

• Proficiency in design software such as InfoDrainage, AutoCAD, Revit, and Civil 3D; familiarity with BIM integration is advantageous.

• Sound knowledge of hydraulic design principles, including manual calculation methods and hydraulic profiling.

• Experience in designing slabs, hardstandings, and other structural elements.

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively.

• A proactive approach to learning, innovation, and professional development.

• Full UK driving licence required.

Only those with proof of right to work in the UK should apply for this position. 

Apply today or get in touch with connie.farnes@alexander-assoc.co.uk for more information.