Finlay Jude Associates Ltd
Civil Design Engineer
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Civil Design Engineer
Leading Opportunity in Water & Wastewater Infrastructure
FJA are recruiting for a Civil Design Engineer based in Brighton, working with a major player in the Water and Wastewater Infrastructure sector. This is an outstanding chance to join a well-established engineering team delivering critical capital projects that drive resilient water infrastructure and environmental protection across the UK.
Key Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and deliver wastewater network solutions, including:
- Pumping systems
- Pipelines
- Associated infrastructure
- Collaborate with project teams and clients to define, evaluate, and mitigate technical, environmental, and commercial risks
- Produce hydraulic, mechanical, and civil design calculations for wastewater projects
- Contribute to P&IDs, technical specifications, and datasheets for project feasibility and approval
- Conduct engineering appraisals, feasibility studies, site inspections, and condition assessments
- Ensure designs meet:
- Client requirements
- Environmental standards
- Statutory regulations (e.g., CDM Regulations, Health & Safety legislation)
- Maintain and update technical documentation, including reports, drawings, and specifications
- Identify and escalate project risks affecting programme, cost, quality, or compliance
- Support Health & Safety compliance, promoting safe designs and best practice
- Drive innovation, continuous improvement, and professional development
- Foster strong external relationships with clients, stakeholders, and colleagues
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Ideal Candidate Profile
Essential Qualifications and Experience
- Minimum of HND/Bachelor’s in Mechanical or Civil Engineering, or equivalent industry experience
- Minimum 2 years’ experience in the water/wastewater sector (proven by portfolio, case studies, or references)
- Specialist experience in:
- Wastewater infrastructure
- Pumping systems
- Pipeline network solutions
- Proven hydraulic design skills and understanding of wastewater treatment processes
- Knowledge of environmental permitting, legislation, and risk assessment
- Fluency in Microsoft Office and industry-standard engineering software
Core Competencies
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Attention to detail in risk assessment, documentation, and compliance
- Team collaboration with cross-disciplinary project groups
- Clear communication (written and verbal) for stakeholder updates
- Commitment to professional development and best practice
Advantages
- Professional registration (membership of ICE/IMechE) or progressing to CEng/IEng
- Experience with BIM, CAD, or digital engineering tools
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Outstanding Benefits Package
From day one, you’ll receive:
- Contributory pension with salary sacrifice options
- Company car & fuel card (including EV/Hybrid schemes)
- Private healthcare (single cover) + health cash plan
- Enhanced parental leave policies (maternity, paternity, adoption)
- 25 days holiday + 8 UK bank holidays
- Support for cycle-to-work schemes & salary finance
- Industry-leading Health & Safety conversions
- Reward schemes, including discretionary bonuses and refer-a-friend incentives
- Access to a 24/7 online GP service, Employee Assistance Programme, and discount platforms
About FJA & Semper Pieta
This opportunity is facilitated by Finlay Jude Associates Ltd, an employment agency specialising in specialist engineering recruitment. FJA supports permanent and temporary placements in technical sectors, offering impartial advice and tailored resources to candidates at every career stage.
This position offers a fantastic opportunity for professionals who want to make a meaningful impact in water infrastructure, at a firm that values safety, collaboration, and innovation.
All roles are open to candidates regardless of gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation. Considations are made exclusively on merit, experience, and ability to perform the role.
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