Structural Design Engineer (Treatment) - Water & Wastewater
Reading (Hybrid + South of England Site Work)
Full-Time | Permanent
Salary: £50,000-£75,000 DOE + Benefits
Are you a Structural Engineer with experience in wastewater treatment or civil infrastructure projects? Looking to play a hands-on role in delivering sustainable treatment upgrades and asset resilience schemes?

We are seeking a Structural Engineer (or Senior Structural Engineer) to support the design and delivery of wastewater treatment projects across the UK, typically up to £5m in value.
The Role
You will take ownership of structural design packages for treatment-related schemes, working closely with clients, contractors and multidisciplinary design teams. Projects include package treatment plant installations, refurbishment of existing structures and associated civil works.
Key Responsibilities
*Lead structural design packages from concept through to detailed design
*Deliver structural designs for treatment upgrades, refurbishments and new installations
*Produce structural calculations, design reports, specifications and construction drawings
*Apply Eurocodes and UK design standards to water sector projects
*Collaborate with contractors to develop practical, buildable solutions
*Attend site visits to undertake surveys, assess buildability and respond to construction queries
*Support sustainable, low-carbon design approaches including repurposing existing assets
*Work closely with engineers and project managers to ensure safe, timely delivery
About You
*Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering (or equivalent)
*2-5 years’ structural design experience (water/wastewater preferred; wider infrastructure considered)
*Working towards or Chartered (CEng) with ICE or IStructE desirable
*Proficient in TEDDS, Robot, Revit, AutoCAD or similar structural design software
*Strong understanding of Eurocodes and UK standards
*Practical, solution-focused approach with good buildability awareness
*Clear communicator, comfortable engaging with clients and site teams
Working Pattern
A mix of office-based design, hybrid working and regular site visits across southern England. Based from Fleet, Hampshire.
What’s on Offer
*Salary £50,000-£55,000 depending on experience
*25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays
*Pension scheme
*Discretionary bonus
*Hybrid working
*Professional development and chartership support
*Opportunity to deliver environmentally critical wastewater treatment infrastructure
Apply
If you’re a Structural Engineer looking to develop your career in water and wastewater treatment projects, we’d welcome your application.