About Fairhurst LLP –Fairhurst LLP is one of the UK’s largest private multidisciplinary partnerships of consulting engineers, delivering civil, structural, geotechnical, environmental, transportation, planning, water, and landscape architecture services across 16 principal offices in the UK. Fairhurst specialises in providing cost‑effective, sustainable engineering solutions and prides itself on high-quality service delivery, technical excellence, and long-standing client relationships. Our team is passionate about supporting and managing how engineering projects interface with, protect, and ensure the sustainability of our water environment. We deliver successful engineering outcomes that serve the water environment including large master-planning strategies, transport infrastructure, road and highway infrastructure, renewable energy and sustainable drainage schemes for the present and the future. Role Overview – The Drainage Engineer is responsible for delivering on a broad and diverse range of drainage projects, including major infrastructure, masterplan development, and renewables/energy schemes. The role requires strong technical capability, a commitment to high quality design, and an ambition to develop experience in both project and client management. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Design Strong experience in drainage, water, and infrastructure engineering across varied project types. High competence in Causeway Flow and/or InfoDrainage. Competent Civils3D user High competence in Manual for Contract Document, Specification of Highway Work, Sewer for Scotland and Ciria guidelines WHAT WE OFFER YOU A collaborative, partner‑led environment with access to multidisciplinary expertise. Career and professional development and opportunities on high‑profile projects. Competitive salary and benefits, aligned to experience and location. A culture built on responsiveness, flexibility, and sustainable, value‑adding engineering. Competitive salary and excellent flexible benefits package Contributory pension, personal health care plan and life insurance 33 days annual leave (inclusive of Public Holidays) including annual leave purchase and buy-back scheme Bonus Schemes including loyalty bonus and qualifications award Interest‑free travel loan You can learn more about our staff benefits here. ETHOS We, at Fairhurst, know that progress within the industry is all about people. That’s why we’re working together to build a better, more inclusive and diverse future for engineers and the engineering industry. We are committed to providing a workplace that is respectful, fair and inclusive for all employees. We recognise the value of different perspectives and backgrounds, and we are committed to creating an environment where everyone can contribute and succeed. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Drainage Engineer (Highways & Energy) in Edinburgh employer: Fairhurst
Fairhurst is an excellent employer, offering a dynamic work culture in the heart of Edinburgh that values collaboration and innovation. With a hybrid working model and a strong emphasis on professional development, employees are encouraged to grow their skills while contributing to impactful civil engineering projects. The supportive environment fosters teamwork and ensures that every team member feels valued and empowered.
