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Posted 20 July, 2026

Drainage Engineer

Penguin Recruitment Ltd
Manchester, ENG, GB Full Time

Job Description

Drainage EngineerLocation: ManchesterSalary: £37,000 - £45,000

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Looking to take real ownership of drainage design within a respected Manchester consultancy? This Drainage Engineer opportunity offers technical variety, progression and exposure to diverse North West projects.

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A well-established civil and environmental consultancy is seeking a Drainage Engineer to strengthen its Manchester water services team. As a Drainage Engineer, you will support public and private sector schemes, delivering drainage and flood risk solutions from concept through to detailed design.

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This Drainage Engineer role combines hands-on SuDS and drainage design with planning input and stakeholder engagement.

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Key responsibilities* Deliver drainage designs and strategies from inception to detail * Design SuDS, surface water and foul drainage systems * Produce drawings using AutoCAD and related tools * Support planning submissions and regulatory approvals * Liaise with clients and multidisciplinary teams * Share technical knowledge and support junior staff

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Candidate requirements* Degree in Civil Engineering or Environmental Science * Minimum three years' drainage and flood risk experience * Experience with SuDS and drainage strategies * Proficient in AutoCAD, GIS exposure beneficial * Strong communication and proactive approach

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Why applyThis Drainage Engineer position offers a salary of £37,000 - £45,000, structured development and long-term progression within a technically strong Manchester team.

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Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK. Sponsorship is not available.

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Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency for this position. Contact Andy Hopkins, our Civil Engineering specialist with over 30 years' recruitment experience, for more information.