Location
Bedford
Industry sector
Engineering
Job type
Permanent | Full Time
Job start date
ASAP
Posted date
24/04/2026
Closing date
15/05/2026
Flood Risk Engineer
Location: Bedford
Salary: £32,000 - £40,000
Are you a Flood Risk Engineer looking to develop your technical skills across drainage and flood risk projects in Bedford? This Flood Risk Engineer opportunity offers strong project exposure, client interaction and clear progression within a growing consultancy.
A friendly, employee-owned consultancy is expanding its team and is seeking a Flood Risk Engineer to support the delivery of residential and non-residential development projects. As a Flood Risk Engineer, you will prepare Flood Risk Assessments and drainage strategies while working closely with civil engineers, planners and external consultants.
The Flood Risk Engineer will contribute to site layouts and masterplanning, ensuring flood risk and drainage are fully integrated into the design process. This Flood Risk Engineer role suits someone who enjoys technical work, variety and developing their expertise within a collaborative team.
Key responsibilities
* Prepare Flood Risk Assessments for planning applications
* Produce surface water and foul drainage strategies
* Model drainage networks using MicroDrainage or Flow
* Provide drainage and flood risk input to masterplanning
* Liaise with clients, local authorities and consultants
* Support multiple projects and team coordination
Candidate requirements
* Degree or equivalent in Civil Engineering or related field
* Good understanding of UK drainage and flood risk guidance
* Experience with MicroDrainage or Flow and AutoCAD or MicroStation
* Experience preparing drainage or flood risk reports
* Strong communication and organisational skills
Why apply
This Flood Risk Engineer role offers varied project exposure, technical development and a supportive working environment. The salary for this Flood Risk Engineer position is £32,000 - £40,000, alongside flexible working, profit share, pension, life assurance, healthcare and strong CPD support.
Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK. Sponsorship is not available.
Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency for this position. For more information, contact Andy Hopkins, our Civil Engineering specialist with over 30 years' recruitment experience.