Senior Civils Design Engineer

As part of the United Infrastructure Group, we are a dynamic and innovative specialist engineering services, solutions and products provider focused on servicing our clients’ immediate and future needs. We do this through the development of industry-changing cleantech products as well as through engineering delivery excellence.

We specialise in the design and delivery of process, mechanical, electrical and ICA engineering-based projects, products and solutions. Regardless of the project, they all pursue the same goal: to improve the efficiency and sustainability of our water, wastewater and waste treatment.

We have a team of highly skilled and experienced professionals with extensive consulting and contracting experience, including engineers, scientists and commercial managers. Our knowledge and expertise spans more than 30 years, across industries including: water, wastewater, marine, energy and power sectors. At AFECO, we cover all stages of the innovation and project delivery cycle from concept through to operations.

Our aim is simple – to provide the most effective solutions and products on the market and thus, exceed clients expectations through market-leading technology. From technical through to commercial and management expertise, we have the in-house expertise to execute a range of projects from the most basic to highly complex.

Job title | Senior Civils Design Engineer

Location | Havant, Hampshire

Line Manager | Design Manager

About us

AFECO is an engineering services provider, delivering high quality process and MEICA design and installation projects predominantly across the South of England and Midlands for the water industry. We have excellent inhouse engineering teams capable of delivering all stages of the project cycle, from concept through to commissioning, with a strong focus on process led innovative and robust yet appropriate solutions.

We have a portfolio of varied projects covering both wastewater and clean water projects for planned and reactive projects.

Due to the expansion of our team, we are currently recruiting for a Senior Civils Engineer to work within our multi-disciplinary teams. This is a great opportunity for enthusiastic individuals who fit in with our company values and are keen to develop in a forward-thinking organisation.

Role Purpose

The Senior Civils Design Engineer will lead and deliver civil engineering designs for water and wastewater infrastructure projects, ensuring technical excellence, regulatory compliance, and value for money. The role involves providing technical leadership, mentoring junior engineers, and working collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams throughout the project lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

Technical & Design

· Lead the civil design of water and wastewater infrastructure projects, including:

o Treatment works (water & wastewater)

o Pumping stations

o Pipelines (gravity and rising mains)

o Tanks, chambers, and hydraulic structures

· Produce and check detailed civil design deliverables including calculations, drawings, specifications, schedules, and reports.

· Ensure designs comply with relevant standards, legislation, and industry best practice (e.g. DMRB where applicable, Sewers for Adoption, CDM Regulations, water company standards).

· Provide technical input during feasibility, outline design, and detailed design stages.

· Review and approve design outputs from junior engineers and technicians.

Project Delivery

· Support project managers with programme, cost, and risk management.

· Contribute to design risk assessments and constructability reviews.

· Attend design reviews, technical workshops, and client meetings.

· Support tender and contractor design reviews where required.

Leadership & Mentoring

· Provide technical guidance and mentoring to graduate and intermediate engineers.

· Act as a technical point of contact within the civil discipline.

· Promote best practice, continuous improvement, and knowledge sharing within the team.

Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement

· Work closely with mechanical, electrical, process, and geotechnical disciplines.

· Liaise with clients, regulators, and contractors to resolve technical issues.

· Support the development of client relationships through high-quality technical delivery.

Health, Safety & Quality

· Ensure all designs comply with CDM Regulations and internal H&S procedures.

· Champion safe design principles and sustainability in engineering solutions.

· Maintain high standards of quality assurance and document control.

Skills & Experience

Essential

· Degree (BEng/MEng) in Civil Engineering or equivalent.

· Significant experience in civil design within the water and/or wastewater sector.

· Strong knowledge of:

o Hydraulic structures and pipework

o Concrete and structural design

o Drainage and earthworks

o Roads and pavements

· Experience working on UK water utility or infrastructure projects.

· Proficiency in AutoCAD.

· Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Desirable

· Experience delivering projects under AMP frameworks.

· Familiarity with BIM processes and digital delivery.

· Design-and-build project experience.

Salary and benefits

· Car allowance

· Medicash plan

· Life insurance

· Benefits portal

· Company pension

· 26 days holiday (plus bank holidays)

At AFECO, we value our employee’s and encourage and support them to development themselves and their career through training and progression. We offer the opportunity to work on a range of project types and size in the water sector including our own internally developed products and solutions. We are a privately owned business with a friendly and open culture and are dedicated to creating and maintaining and workforce that is highly skilled and motivated. As a Company we are committed to equal opportunities for all and do not discriminate on the grounds of race, religion or belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, sex, disability or age.

Join us at AFECO and be part of our mission to deliver innovative and sustainable solutions to the complex infrastructure needs of the UK.