Senior Design Engineer

Company: NRL
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Location: Watford
Job Description:

You’ll take the technical lead on drainage and SuDS design for major highways and infrastructure projects, at a major Civil Engineering client in Watford, developing solutions that reduce flood risk and enhance sustainability. Working with multidisciplinary teams, you’ll deliver compliant, innovative, and cost-effective water management systems from concept to completion.

What you will need

  • Degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering (or closely related field)
  • Proven experience delivering drainage and SuDS designs on highways or infrastructure projects
  • Proficiency in MicroDrainage, InfoDrainage, or ICM for hydraulic and hydrological modelling
  • Solid understanding of UK standards and legislation (DMRB, CIRIA SuDS Manual, Flood and Water Management Act)
  • Strong project management, communication, and coordination skills with the ability to lead and mentor others

What’s in it for you

  • Salary between £61,000–£65,000, with clear progression opportunities
  • Pension scheme, with the ability to switch to matching contributions up to 8% after 6 months.
  • Share plan access after 6 months’ service, including favourable terms and a buy one, get one free share offer.
  • Life assurance starting at 1x salary, increasing to 3x after 6 months and 4x after 5 years.
  • Access to a comprehensive Benefits Hub, including retail discounts, EAP, Cycle to Work, flu vaccinations, eyecare, community volunteering days, and recognition schemes.

Posted: June 2nd, 2026