Principal Engineer – Water Infrastructure

Manchester or Leeds | Hybrid (3 days/week in office)

GHD | Global Engineering, Architecture & Environmental Consulting

GHD is seeking a skilled and motivated Principal Engineer to join our growing Water Infrastructure team in the UK. This is a key technical leadership role for a Chartered Engineer (or equivalent experience) with expertise in network modelling, hydraulics, and feasibility design.

About The Role

As a Principal Engineer at GHD, you will lead the design and delivery of water and wastewater infrastructure projects, contributing to sustainable solutions that serve communities and the environment.

Responsibilities

• Network modelling and hydraulic analysis to support infrastructure planning.
• Concept and outline feasibility design for water systems.
• Detailed design experience is beneficial but not essential.
• Ensuring engineering solutions meet technical, regulatory, and client standards.
• Providing technical leadership and mentoring junior engineers.
• Supporting client engagement and project delivery.

About You

We’re looking for someone who brings:

• Chartered Engineer status or equivalent experience.
• Strong technical background in water infrastructure, particularly network modelling and hydraulics.
• Experience in feasibility and concept design; detailed design is a plus.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• A collaborative and proactive approach to engineering delivery.

What GHD Offers

• Hybrid working: 3 days/week in our Manchester or Leeds office.
• Opportunity to work on impactful, sustainable infrastructure projects.
• Supportive team culture and professional development pathways.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• A global network of experts and resources.

Interested in joining GHD and making a meaningful impact in water infrastructure? Let’s connect — we’d love to hear from you.

Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Civil Engineering, Industrial Machinery Manufacturing, and Environmental Services