Civil Engineer – Rail Drainage

Robertwalpole; Slough; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in rail infrastructure is seeking Civil Engineers to work on various railway drainage projects. The role includes design, project management, technical collaboration, and mentoring opportunities. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering and experience in drainage design, with flexibility for hybrid working post-onboarding. Strong support for career progression and ongoing professional development is provided.

Benefits

Mentorship programme

Career progression opportunities

Work on diverse rail infrastructure projects

Competitive salary based on experience

Hybrid working flexibility

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Civil Engineering required.
• Experience in drainage design, preferably railway-related.
• Willingness to obtain PTS certification and conduct site visits.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver railway drainage systems and minor civils works.
• Manage projects ensuring delivery on time and within budget.
• Conduct site visits and oversee compliance with engineering standards.

Skills

Drainage Design

Project Management

Communication

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Micro Drainage

Job description

Robert Walpole & Partners (RWP) are looking for Civil Engineers to work on a range of railway drainage projects, including tracked earthworks, drainage systems, embankment stabilisation, culverts, soakaways, and associated civil works. You will be involved in the optioneering, design, planning, and execution of these projects, collaborating closely with contractors, railway operators, and multidisciplinary teams.Location

• Slough (initially full-time), transitioning to hybrid work across Slough, client offices in Basingstoke, and remote working.

Suitability

1. Non-Chartered Engineers (who are looking to progress towards CEng status and take on more responsibility).
2. Chartered Engineers (who can lead projects and mentor junior staff).

Key Responsibilities

• Drainage Design & Delivery
  • Undertake the design of railway drainage systems and associated minor civils works.
• Project Management
  • Support/manage projects from inception to completion, ensuring timely delivery within budget.
• Hybrid Working
  • Initially based in Slough full-time, transitioning to working part-time in Basingstoke (client office), Slough and remote working after an initial period.
• Technical Collaboration
  • Work with in-house engineers, external consultants, and clients to deliver effective solutions.
• Site Visits & Inspections
  • Conduct regular site visits to oversee works and ensure compliance with engineering standards.
• Quality Assurance
  • Implement quality control procedures and ensure all work meets industry regulations.
• Mentorship & Growth
  • Chartered engineers will mentor junior engineers and have opportunities to develop their own team.

Qualifications & Skills Required

• Essential:
  • Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent industry experience) in Civil Engineering or a related field.
  • Experience in drainage design (railway drainage preferred but transferable skills from highways/water accepted).
  • Willingness to obtain PTS (Personal Track Safety) certification if not already held.
  • Strong communication and problem-solving abilities.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Willingness to conduct regular site visits.
  • Driving licence and car.
• Desirable (but not essential):
  • Experience in AutoCAD and MicroStation.
  • Experience in Micro Drainage.
  • Experience working on Network Rail or London Underground projects.
  • Chartered status (CEng) or actively working towards it.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Hybrid working flexibility after the initial onboarding period.
• Strong mentorship programme and support for professional development.
• Clear career progression opportunities, including the potential to grow your own team.
• Work on diverse, high-impact rail infrastructure projects.

Urgency

• This is an immediate requirement, and we are actively hiring.

To apply, please send your CV, a cover letter detailing your relevant experience, and references [e-mail], ensuring you include “Civil Engineer - Rail Drainage” in the subject line.