Civil Water Engineer in Bristol

Shape the Future of our cities and environments.

Are you a Civil Water Engineer who is passionate about making the world a better place? Are you ready to take up a vital role in some of the UK’s most exciting and innovative projects? Join AtkinsRéalis and take a leading role in shaping the future of our cities and environments. We are looking for an energetic and experienced Civil Water Engineer to join our Design & Advanced Technology (D&AT) Practice. You’ll be part of a talented, multi‑disciplinary team delivering cutting‑edge, iconic projects to our Water market clients such as Wessex Water, Welsh Water, Severn Trent Water, South West Water, Environment Agency and other regional water authorities.

As a key member of our team, you’ll play a vital role in delivering transformational programmes for critical UK infrastructure, with opportunities to work on landmark engineering projects domestically and internationally. We are committed to providing industry‑leading solutions throughout the project lifecycle, adding value through client‑side and construction‑phase support. We offer hybrid working – 3 days per week in office/site based. This position is based in Bristol, Exeter, Swansea, Birmingham or Derby offices.

Your Role

The role will offer a challenging and rewarding opportunity to apply knowledge, experience and problem‑solving skills while providing good opportunities for career development.

Responsibilities

• Support or lead a small team in the delivery of technical design work on multi‑disciplinary projects, following relevant national and project specific design codes and standards, and to high quality levels in areas such as hydraulics, wastewater and clean water infrastructure, water reuse and pipelines.
• Input and/or prepare technical deliverables such as design reports, drawings, calculations and scopes of work with defined scope.
• Provide technical input into project design deliverables for Civil Water aspects of multi‑disciplinary projects and work with the Civil Water team lead to recommend input into overall project milestones and programmes.
• Collaborate with immediate Civil Water engineering team, multi‑disciplinary project teams and other related AtkinsRéalis teams on delivery of various size engineering design deliverables and projects.
• Work independently with moderate technical guidance.
• Use technical experience and judgement to solve design problems where appropriate and provide informal guidance to junior team members.
• Work closely with a multi‑disciplinary team in the UK and overseas to deliver integrated design solutions.
• Adhere to quality assurance standards in design, including checking own work as well as others.

About You

• A degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent.
• Chartered Civil Engineer.
• Proven experience in delivery of technical design work as part of a Civil Water engineering design delivery team for a design consultancy.
• Takes a broad perspective to identify innovative solutions to design problems.
• Broad knowledge and practical experience in risk assessment, quality control, design management and collaboration with key disciplines involved in water infrastructure design and delivery, for example MEICA, structures and geotechnics.
• Practical knowledge of current design codes and standards as well as industry best practices, including CDM regulations, Eurocodes, regulatory bodies, water utility standards and NEC.
• Ability to work independently with moderate technical guidance.
• Proficiency in applicable analytical software and related tools such as AutoCAD, Civil3D, Revit, CDEs, ArcGIS, MS Suite and PowerBI.
• Experience in the Water market is preferred but not essential.
• Demonstrates strong communication skills, with the ability to convey technical concepts clearly and effectively within diverse multi‑disciplinary teams.
• A proactive, highly motivated mindset with a collaborative approach to drive teamwork and shared success across projects.

Rewards & Benefits

Enjoy competitive salaries, employee rewards and a broad range of benefits you can tailor to suit your own health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle choices. Training and professional development opportunities help you grow your skills and expertise. Our hybrid working culture and flexible holiday allowances help balance a great job with a fulfilling personal life.

Security Clearance

This role may require security clearance. Offers of employment will be dependent on obtaining the relevant level of clearance. The vetting process is delivered by UK Security Vetting and may require candidates to provide proof of residency in the UK of 5 years or longer.

Equal Opportunity

As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and abilities. We are committed to creating a culture where everyone feels that they belong and where all employees can thrive and develop to their best potential. We offer a range of family‑friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and employee resource groups.