The UK water sector is entering one of the most significant periods of investment in its history. Through AMP8 and beyond, water companies are investing in resilient, sustainable infrastructure that will protect communities, improve environmental performance and secure water supplies for future generations. At Stantec, we're delivering many of the UK's largest water infrastructure programmes and our
Hydraulic Engineering team plays a critical role in making them successful. As demand for our specialist expertise continues to grow, we're inviting
Expressions of Interest from talented Hydraulic Engineers who want to be part of one of the UK's leading multidisciplinary consultancies. Whether you're an experienced
Hydraulic Engineer ,
Senior Hydraulic Engineer ,
Principal Hydraulic Engineer or
Senior Principal Hydraulic Engineer , we'd love to hear from you.
ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY Our Hydraulic Engineering team provides specialist expertise across a diverse range of water and wastewater infrastructure projects, supporting clients throughout the entire project lifecycle. Depending on your level of experience, you'll have the opportunity to:
- Deliver hydraulic studies, modelling and transient analysis for major infrastructure projects.
- Develop innovative solutions for pumping systems, pipelines, hydraulic structures and conveyance assets.
- Apply specialist software such as Hades, VARISM, Flow-3D or equivalent.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across nationally significant water programmes.
- Build strong relationships with clients and provide trusted technical advice.
- Mentor and develop engineers while contributing to technical excellence across the business.
- Influence the future direction of hydraulic engineering within one of the UK's leading water consultancies.
YOUR IMPACT Every project you contribute to will help improve the resilience, efficiency and long-term performance of critical water infrastructure across the UK. Your expertise will support investment decisions, reduce operational risk and deliver sustainable engineering solutions that benefit communities and protect the environment. As part of Stantec's nationally recognised Hydraulic Engineering team, you'll collaborate with industry-leading specialists, develop your technical capability and help solve some of the most complex engineering challenges facing the water sector today.
ABOUT YOU We're keen to hear from engineers with experience in hydraulic engineering who are passionate about delivering innovative solutions within the water sector. You may have experience in:
- Hydraulic engineering, transient analysis or hydraulic modelling.
- Water and wastewater infrastructure projects.
- Specialist software including Hades, VARISM, Flow-3D or similar.
- Fluid mechanics, pumping systems and hydraulic structures.
- Working within multidisciplinary engineering teams.
- Building client relationships and delivering high-quality technical solutions.
- Supporting or leading project delivery, depending on your level of experience.
Whether you're looking to build your technical expertise or take the next step into a strategic leadership role, we'd welcome a conversation.
WHY JOIN US We put people first: We're proud of our friendly, inclusive and collaborative environment where everyone feels valued and driven to succeed.
We are driven to achieve: Named in the top 50 companies to work by Glassdoor 2025. Recognised by Corporate Knights as one of the world's top 10 most sustainable companies 2025. Named ‘Best Place to Work’ and ‘International Consulting Firm of the Year’ at the NCE Awards 2024.
We do what is right: Industry leading training and development as well as paid for professional subscriptions. A professional progression plan, supporting you to become chartered with ICE.
We are better together: A supportive and collaborative team environment and Early Careers peer group and wider ERG network (see more on our ERGs here: Stantec Employee Resource Groups).
Growth: We're on an exciting growth journey across the UK - we want you to be part of it!
Great Benefits: Competitive salary, bonus schemes, enhanced pension plan, annual leave with the option to buy/sell additional days, private medical insurance, group income protection & life assurance included as standard as well as discounted gym membership and lots more.
Hybrid / Flexible working: Enjoy a healthy work-life balance with our hybrid approach to flexible working. If you're interested in joining our Hydraulic Engineering team but don't see the perfect opportunity advertised today, we'd still love to hear from you. Register your interest and we'll be in touch to discuss current and future opportunities that match your experience and career aspirations
About Stantec The Stantec community unites more than 34,000 employees working in over 450 locations across 6 continents. We have been working with our clients and communities in the UK for over 150 years. We plan, design, deliver and manage the development and infrastructure needed to support the creation of sustainable, healthy and prosperous communities. Our teams provide effective and relevant solutions, translating our clients’ vision into valued consents, deliverable plans for projects and programmes, and efficient designs for delivery, based on technical excellence and deep market insights. We deal with today’s challenges, but also keep a fairer, better tomorrow in sight, looking at how we deliver clean growth, support radical changes in our economy and meet the needs of future communities. Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. Building an inspired, inclusive work environment that attracts, supports, and develops world-class talent is a crucial key to our success. If you are excited by this role but worry that your experience doesn’t exactly align, we encourage you to apply. At Stantec we want you to perform your best at every stage of the recruitment process and are committed to ensuring it is accessible to all. If you need any support or require adjustments to be made then please contact careers.UK@stantec.comand we will talk to you about how we can support you.
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