Principal Hydraulic Engineer

RSK GROUP; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job description

The Vacancy
Location: Flexible
Contract Type: Permanent, Full Time

This role is a fantastic opportunity for a STEM Returner or Ex Armed Forces professional.

Binnies are delighted to have an open position within their hydraulic design team which provides specialist services for water and wastewater projects both in the UK and abroad. We are looking for a new member to join our team, with capabilities in either transient/surge analysis or Computational Fluid Dynamic (CFD) modelling.

You will get the opportunity to work on interesting and varied water, wastewater, reservoir and tunnel projects for the UK water companies, the Environment Agency and Natural Resources Wales, and also our clients in North America, Hong Kong, Singapore and Australia.

About the Role

The role includes:

• Undertaking and supervising hydraulic design of water and wastewater facilities, pipelines or tunnels
• Completing hydraulic calculations and modelling (transients and / or CFD)
• Preparing technical reports
• Liaising with clients and other external organisations
• Supervising junior team members
• Delivering project tasks to budget and programme

Essential Requirements

The role is suitable for candidates with a degree in Engineering, and Chartered status in a relevant institution such as the ICE, IMechE or CIWEM.

You should possess and be able to demonstrate the following qualifications, skills and knowledge:

• Excellent knowledge and understanding of hydraulics
• Proficient in the use of MS Word and Excel
• Effective communication with team members and external organisations
• Ability to apply knowledge to non-standard situations
• Ability to write clearly and concisely, producing high quality reports

Desirable Requirements

• The job will include hydraulic design of water and wastewater treatment plants, pumping stations, pipelines, reservoirs and spillways or sewage/stormwater tunnels. Experience in a number of these fields is desirable.
• Knowledge and experience in the use of transient/surge analysis or CFD
• Experience of programming or macro writing
• Ability to read and mark up design drawings
• Since the team is based on Redhill, Surrey, ability to work in Redhill, at least on an occasional basis, would be beneficial.

Why join us?

Would you like to work in a business where you feel empowered to grow? Where there is no place for criticism or discrimination? A place where people are mindful and respectful? If so, then Binnies is the place for you.

We have a strong ‘ENGAGED’ culture that runs through everything we do. Evolved over 100 years, we have a culture of caring, where our employee’s wellbeing and work-life balance are priorities, in fact we have industry leading flexible and hybrid working arrangements. We pride ourselves on providing an inclusive working environment, where a diverse workforce is supported to grow and develop.

The successful applicant will go from being great alone to truly amazing with Binnies.

About Us

We develop intelligent solutions using our award-winning integrated planning and design approach to deliver functional infrastructure and lasting environmental and social legacies. This is backed by a culture that has stayed true since our foundation over 100 years ago. We create new possibilities for humanity through our innovative approach to delivery.

Together with our clients, we are always striving to find a smarter way to deliver projects. From providing low carbon, sustainable and resilient water solutions, flood alleviation and environment services, to connecting people with insights and data. Our business exists to improve the quality of life for our local communities today and for generations to come.

Binnies is part of the RSK Group, a leading integrated environmental, engineering, and technical services business providing dynamic, multidisciplinary services to a wide range of sectors. RSK was founded in 1989 and has grown considerably since then.

At RSK, we operate as a group of businesses that work together seamlessly, aiming for growth through diversification. Our strategy helps us build a strong and resilient business, capable of weathering external challenges, while also providing greater value to our clients and more opportunities for our employees.

Since the beginning, our philosophy has remained the same: employ, develop and reward talented individuals. People are crucial to our company, and we recognise that our success hinges on our colleagues' growth. We're committed to preserving RSK's people-first culture, promoting innovation, and fostering a supportive and caring environment for collaboration. At RSK, we want you to be part of our successes and help you reach your career aspirations. We take pride in offering employees fulfilling and challenging careers by promoting ongoing growth and empowering individuals to excel.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that welcomes individuals from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We firmly believe that embracing and celebrating the diversity in our workforce makes us a stronger and more innovative company.

If you're passionate about making a difference, join us as we work together to build a brighter, more equitable, and sustainable future for all. Do you have what it takes?

Benefits

• Private Health Insurance
• Income Protection
• High Street Vouchers
• Life Assurance
• Annual Leave Purchase
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Discounted Gym Membership
• Mental Health Support
• Electric Vehicle Salary Sacrifice Scheme

Sectors

Environment: We create sustainable critical infrastructure across the whole asset life cycle to meet the net zero challenge. We integrate sustainability into everything we do, utilising digital innovation to create value. We de-risk projects through collaborative engagement and holistic thinking which builds inclusive wealth for our clients, stakeholders and communities.

Water: We are engaged in every aspect of the water industry, helping clients efficiently and effectively collect, store, move and treat water and wastewater; plan and manage watersheds; harness the energy embedded in the treatment and movement of water and enhance sustainability. We incorporate leading-edge digital transformation to create more resilient and reliable solutions using data analytics to provide powerful insights.