SuDS Design Engineer
| Posting date: | 15 August 2025 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 14 September 2025 |
| Location: | PE3 6WT |
| Remote working: | Hybrid - work remotely up to 2 days per week |
| Company: | Sweco |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 4168 |
Summary
As a SuDS Design Engineer, you’ll play a key role in delivering innovative Sustainable Drainage Systems (SuDS) across the Anglian Water region — from schools and highways to parks and public spaces.
What you’ll be doing:
Developing concept, outline, and detailed SuDS designs using Civil3D and InfoDrainage
Collaborating with internal teams (modelling, CAD, construction, landscape architects)
Liaising with local authorities, highways, schools, and community groups to co-design solutions
Supporting construction by fulfilling Designer responsibilities under CDM 2015
Applying CIRIA guidance, British Standards, and Anglian Water design frameworks
Creating safe, buildable, and maintainable SuDS designs with long-term performance in mind
What we’re looking for:
A degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering (2:1 minimum)
Proven experience delivering SuDS designs across the full project lifecycle
Confidence working in retrofit and constrained urban environments
Familiarity with drainage design standards and health & safety principles
Strong communication skills to engage technical teams and external stakeholders
A collaborative mindset and passion for sustainable, green infrastructure
Ready to help us deliver the future of drainage? Apply now and let's reimagine water together.
What you’ll be doing:
Developing concept, outline, and detailed SuDS designs using Civil3D and InfoDrainage
Collaborating with internal teams (modelling, CAD, construction, landscape architects)
Liaising with local authorities, highways, schools, and community groups to co-design solutions
Supporting construction by fulfilling Designer responsibilities under CDM 2015
Applying CIRIA guidance, British Standards, and Anglian Water design frameworks
Creating safe, buildable, and maintainable SuDS designs with long-term performance in mind
What we’re looking for:
A degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering (2:1 minimum)
Proven experience delivering SuDS designs across the full project lifecycle
Confidence working in retrofit and constrained urban environments
Familiarity with drainage design standards and health & safety principles
Strong communication skills to engage technical teams and external stakeholders
A collaborative mindset and passion for sustainable, green infrastructure
Ready to help us deliver the future of drainage? Apply now and let's reimagine water together.
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