Principal Public Health Engineer

Principal Public Health Engineer focuses on leading design of above-ground foul drainage systems in accordance with bs en 12056-2.

What the role involves

• Leading design of above-ground foul drainage systems in accordance with BS EN 12056-2.
• Overseeing gravity and siphonic roof drainage design (BS EN 12056-3).
• Reviewing installation requirements in line with BS EN 12056-5.
• Integrating drainage systems within architectural, structural and MEP coordination models (BIM).
• Providing technical solutions covering ventilation, acoustics, fire-stopping and backflow prevention.
• Conducting high-level technical reviews of calculations, drawings and specifications.

Skills and requirements

• Relevant technical, electrical, mechanical, maintenance, gas, plumbing, or engineering experience may be required.

Confirmed role details

• 36.25 hours per week.
• Design-led Building Services consultancy is seeking a Principal Public Health Engineer to join its growing Solihull office.
• With a strong focus on net-zero carbon and research-driven design, this organisation offers technically challenging work within a collaborative and people-focused culture.
• Take ownership of the technical leadership of above-ground drainage design, ensuring full compliance with BS EN 12056 and Approved Document H.

Candidate fit

• technical judgement, safe working habits, careful diagnostics, and practical problem-solving