Senior Design Engineer - Highways
Job in
Watford, Hertfordshire, NN6, England, UK
Listed on 2026-03-02
Listing for:
Pinnacle Recruitment
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-03-02
Job specializations:
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Engineering
Environmental Engineer, Civil Engineering, Water Engineer -
Construction
Civil Engineering, Water Engineer
Job Description & How to Apply Below
We are seeking an experienced and driven Senior Highways Design Engineer to lead the design, management, and implementation of innovative drainage and Sustainable Drainage Systems (SuDS) solutions across a diverse portfolio of urban development and highways projects.
As a Senior Highways Design Engineer, you will provide technical leadership in the development of surface water drainage strategies and SuDS solutions.
You will play a central role in delivering sustainable infrastructure that integrates seamlessly with highways, landscaping, and wider civil engineering design.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead the design, implementation, and management of surface water drainage systems across highways and urban development projects.
* Develop innovative SuDS strategies including attenuation ponds, swales, permeable pavements, and green roofs.
* Undertake hydraulic and hydrological modelling using industry-standard software (e.g. Micro Drainage, Info Drainage, ICM).
* Prepare detailed drainage designs, flood risk assessments, calculations, reports, and technical specifications.
* Ensure designs comply with relevant legislation, planning requirements, and environmental standards.
* Conduct site inspections, drainage condition assessments, and capacity reviews, recommending improvements where necessary.
* Integrate drainage and SuDS solutions with highways, utilities, and landscape design to ensure sustainable and cost-effective outcomes.
* Provide technical advice and guidance to clients, stakeholders, and multidisciplinary project teams.
About You
You will be a technically strong and commercially aware engineer with a passion for sustainable infrastructure and environmental enhancement.
Essential:
* Degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or a related discipline.
* Demonstrable experience delivering surface water drainage and SuDS projects.
* Strong working knowledge of hydraulic modelling and drainage design software.
* Excellent understanding of relevant UK legislation, standards, and best practice guidance.
Salary is upto £65,000k + Pkg
Please apply if you have the experience above and want to hear more about this opportunity
Position Requirements
10+ Years
work experience
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