Experienced/Senior/Principal/Senior Principal Water Resources (CFD) Engineer (Hydropower)

The Energy Transition is transforming how we, as a global community, produce, distribute and consume energy. It represents one of the most important challenges of our generation — and a significant opportunity to make a lasting impact.

If you are passionate about contributing to a more sustainable energy future, our industry‑leading Water Power & Dams team offers the chance to be part of the solution.

Due to continued growth, recent project successes and the development of new client relationships, we are seeking an experienced Senior or Principal Water Resources Engineer with experience in CFD to join our Hydropower team.

More information on Stantec’s Energy & Resources team can be found here: Stantec Energy Transition - UK

About the Role

You will be part of our successful and growing Energy & Resources business, working within our specialist Dams & Reservoirs team on a wide range of dams and hydropower projects across the UK on high‑profile and technically challenging schemes.

Working in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment, you will partner with hydraulic and civil engineers, hydrologists, geotechnical, structural and mechanical specialists to deliver innovative and robust solutions for our clients.

In this role, you will play a key part in shaping critical water and energy infrastructure. Your responsibilities will include:

Your work will directly support safe, resilient and sustainable infrastructure while contributing to the wider energy transition.

We are looking for an experienced engineers with strong technical capability and a passion for hydropower, dams, hydraulics and water resources. Ideally, you will have:

Why Join us

• We put people first: We're proud of our friendly, inclusive and collaborative environment where everyone feels valued and driven to succeed.
• We are driven to achieve: Named in the top 50 companies to work by Glassdoor 2025.
• We do what is right: Industry leading training and development as well as paid for professional subscriptions. A professional progression plan, supporting you to become chartered.
• We are better together: A supportive and collaborative team environment and Early Careers peer group and wider ERG network (see more on our ERGs here: Stantec Employee Resource Groups)
• Growth: We're on an exciting growth journey across the UK - we want you to be part of it!
• Great Benefits: Competitive salary, bonus schemes, enhanced pension plan, annual leave with the option to buy/sell additional days, private medical insurance, group income protection & life assurance included as standard as well as discounted gym membership and lots more.
• Hybrid / Flexible working: Enjoy a healthy work-life balance with our hybrid approach to flexible working.

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