Design Engineer

2 days ago

Wakefield, Wakefield, United Kingdom Anderselite Full time


Design (Civil) Engineer – Water / Utilities – Wakefield


Wakefield (Office & Site-Based Hybrid)


£35,000 – £45,000 + Benefits + Progression


Confidential regional civil engineering contractor | Water & Utilities Framework Projects


About the Role

I'm recruiting for a
Civil Design Engineer
to join an integrated design and build team delivering
water and utilities infrastructure
projects across Yorkshire.

You'll take design responsibility from
outline through detailed design
, collaborating closely with project managers, site teams, and clients to deliver efficient, compliant and buildable solutions on key framework contracts.

This is a great opportunity to step into a technically varied role with a respected regional contractor that values
engineering innovation, teamwork and professional development
.


Key Responsibilities

  • Produce and coordinate
    civil and drainage designs
    for clean water, wastewater, and infrastructure projects.
  • Prepare
    drawings, specifications, calculations, and cost estimates
    in line with design standards and client requirements.
  • Undertake design checks, peer reviews, and assist with
    planning, programming, and commercial management
    .
  • Liaise with
    clients, regulators, and multidisciplinary teams
    throughout design and delivery stages.
  • Contribute to technical issue resolution and provide guidance to junior engineers and technicians.
  • Stay up to date with
    emerging technologies and best practice
    , attending relevant expos and CPD events.
  • Ensure design and site activities meet
    Health & Safety
    ,
    quality
    , and
    environmental
    standards (ISO 9001 / 14001 /
  • Promote a
    positive, professional culture
    and uphold company values on all projects.


About You

  • Degree-qualified in
    Civil Engineering
    (Chartered or near-Chartered with ICE desirable).
  • Proven experience in
    water, wastewater, or utilities design
    within UK infrastructure projects.
  • Strong understanding of
    drainage design
    ,
    Sewer Sector Guidance
    , and
    Water Industry standards
    .
  • Confident with design software:
    InfoDrainage, AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and Revit
    .
  • Knowledge of
    BIM integration
    advantageous.
  • Competent in
    hydraulic design principles and concrete slab/hardstanding design
    .
  • Collaborative communicator with leadership potential and mentoring ability.
  • Full
    UK driving licence
    and willingness to visit sites.


What's on Offer

  • £35,000 – £45,000 salary
    (DOE) + benefits.
  • Exposure to
    major framework projects
    in the water/utilities sector.
  • Ongoing professional development and
    support toward chartership
    .
  • Strong regional reputation and a close-knit, collaborative team culture.
  • Opportunity to work on
    sustainable infrastructure projects
    that make a real impact.


Interested? Let's Talk

If you're a Civil Design Engineer ready to progress your career within water and utilities design, I'd love to have a confidential chat.


Sam Wakley

Recruitment Consultant – Built Environment



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