.Do you want to work for an employee-owned company whose purpose is to improve society by considering social outcomes, and to transform businesses, communities, and opportunities for its employees?We have an exciting opportunity for a Principal engineer with a strong technical background and expertise in hydraulic analysis and design to join our growing team in Madrid. You will lead the design and analysis for a range of projects and topics, such as transmission pipelines, surge analysis, hydraulic design of water and wastewater treatment works, stormwater storage tunnels, etc. You'll be able to understand water projects holistically and work in collaboration with other teams (mechanical, process, structural, environmental) for the successful delivery of multi-disciplinary projects.This role will be supporting colleagues in the UK, working with clients and stakeholders that may speak English. Therefore, the ability to speak English would be of use.In this role you will be responsible for :Leading hydraulic analysis on a range of projects, such as transmission pipelines, surge analysis, hydraulic design of water and wastewater treatment works, stormwater storage tunnels, etc.Producing and reviewing engineering calculations, specifications, drawings and reports.Proactive management of design risk to deliver constructable design solutions.Supporting continuous improvement of procedures and processes to drive efficiency and innovation, contributing to the application of our digital engineering initiatives.Mentoring more junior colleagues. Providing technical guidance and advice on best practice in hydraulic design to others.Engaging regularly with the Client and stakeholders to ensure the efficient delivery of projects, providing regular updates on progress and status of work within own area of responsibility, as well as identifying and communicating issues that could risk programme, quality or cost.Working collaboratively across disciplines to ensure the efficient delivery of projects within your portfolio.Engaging with best practice and taking responsibility for your own professional development.We are seeking an experienced and motivated Principal Engineer with the following attributes :Significant technical experience of pressurised and open-channel hydraulics applied to the field of civil engineering, including surge analysis and design for water and wastewater treatment, transmission pipelines, and large-scale drainage systems through one or more stages of a project life cycle.A track record of applying hydraulics theory and best practice into practical applications in the water industry.Proven ability to lead delivery of technical projects, including controlling and reporting on project budgets within area of responsibility, and experienced in the preparation of time and budget estimates for proposals