Drainage Engineer in Taunton

Elite Staffing Solutions are delighted to be partnering once again with WCI Group — respected specialists in water and wastewater engineering. WCI design and deliver high-quality off-mains drainage solutions for domestic, commercial, and municipal clients, and are known for their technical capability, integrity, and long-standing client relationships. With continued growth across their three core divisions, they are now looking to appoint a Drainage Engineer to join their expanding team in Wiveliscombe.

This role is central to developing effective drainage solutions across a wide range of civil engineering projects, covering sewage, surface water, and trade effluent requirements from early feasibility through to detailed design and construction support. This is a full-time, permanent position offering a salary of up to £50,000 depending on experience. Working hours are 9am–5pm, Monday to Friday. Hybrid working is available, with a minimum of three days per week in the office.

WCI also offer a well-rounded benefits package after probation, including health and wellbeing support, life cover, a competitive pension contribution, flexible holiday options, and eligibility for an annual performance bonus.

The Role

• Contribute to the full lifecycle of drainage engineering projects, including:
• Developing drainage strategies, feasibility assessments, and technical solutions for a range of domestic, commercial, and municipal schemes
• Producing detailed drainage designs for construction, including foul, surface water, SuDS features, pumped and gravity systems
• Preparing construction drawings, technical notes, schematic reports, and designer risk assessments
• Completing flood risk assessments and supporting construction and commissioning activities, including setting-out information, construction details, and clash analysis
• Working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary design team — including architects, structural and geotechnical engineers — while also being able to work independently where required
• Managing client relationships, defining project briefs, preparing fee proposals, and providing progress updates appropriate to your level of experience
• Coordinating and delivering regulatory submissions such as planning applications, environmental permits, and other statutory approvals
• Using MicroDrainage and AutoCAD for network design, modelling, and specification of water quantity and water quality features

Skills & Qualifications

WCI welcome applications from candidates with a range of academic backgrounds. While degree qualifications are traditionally associated with the Engineer route and HNC with the Technician route, they recognise that capability varies by individual — and many HNC-qualified professionals make excellent Engineers.

Essential:

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in a similar drainage or civil engineering role
• Strong understanding of drainage design, SuDS, and water/wastewater systems
• Good working knowledge of AutoCAD
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• High attention to detail and accuracy in technical work
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines
• Experience of construction site environments
• A proactive, solutions-focused approach

Desirable:

• Knowledge of nutrient neutrality requirements
• Experience with pumping station and rising main design
• Understanding of sewage treatment processes

Qualifications considered:

• Degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline
• HNC/HND in Civil Engineering or equivalent non-degree qualification

Training & Development

WCI are committed to professional development and offer mentored training towards professional qualifications with the ICE, alongside opportunities to gain further technical skills and accreditations.

What Elite Staffing Solutions Will Do for You

• CV review and tailored recommendations (if requested)
• Support with covering letters
• Interview preparation and guidance
• Clear communication and updates throughout the process

If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, please apply today. If you submit your CV, you will be contacted by telephone and email to discuss your application in more detail. This is an excellent opportunity to join an expanding business during an exciting period of growth and development.