Assistant Civil Engineer

Carrington West; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training & development

ICE accreditation support

Career progression

Project ownership

Collaborative environment

Job summary

Carrington West is seeking an Assistant Civil Engineer in Cambridge to contribute to a range of highways, drainage and infrastructure projects. You will work with experienced engineers and develop technical expertise while progressing toward ICE accreditation.

The role involves supporting design of drainage, highway layouts, and S278/S38 schemes, and using AutoCAD and Civil 3D to deliver design packages. Collaborative, development-focused environment with ongoing professional training.

Qualifications

• HND, BEng, MEng or MSc in Civil Engineering.
• Experience within a civil engineering consultancy.
• Experience in highways, drainage and infrastructure design.
• Knowledge of S278/S38 agreements, SuDS and DMRB.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and Civil 3D.
• Experience liaising with developers, architects and local authorities.
• Strong communication, organisational and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Interest in ICE accreditation.

Responsibilities

• Support the design and delivery of civil engineering projects across residential, commercial and infrastructure developments.
• Assist in drainage system design, highway layouts and S278/S38 schemes.
• Produce technical designs, drawings and reports.
• Liaise with developers, architects, local authorities and stakeholders.
• Work with senior engineers to ensure timely, high-quality delivery.
• Use AutoCAD, Civil 3D and other software to create design solutions.
• Take responsibility for designated elements of projects and develop coordination skills.
• Support business development and client relationships.

Skills

Communication

Organisation

Problem solving

Teamwork

Independent working

Education

Civil Engineering degree

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Job description

Assistant Civil Engineer - Cambridge

Location: Cambridge

Salary: £30,000 - £35,000 per year Dependent on experience

Sector: Civil Engineering, Highways & Infrastructure

Are you an Assistant Civil Engineer looking to take the next step in your career? Would you like to work on a diverse range of highways, drainage and infrastructure projects whilst developing your technical expertise and progressing towards professional accreditation?

Our client is a growing, award-winning Civil Engineering and Transport Planning consultancy seeking an Assistant Civil Engineer to join their expanding Cambridge team.

You will benefit from working alongside experienced engineers, gaining exposure to a broad range of development and infrastructure schemes, and receiving ongoing support towards ICE professional accreditation.

The Opportunity

As an Assistant Civil Engineer, you will play an important role in supporting the design and delivery of civil engineering projects across residential, commercial and infrastructure developments.

• Supporting the design of drainage systems, highway layouts and S278/S38 schemes.
• Producing technical designs in accordance with industry standards, including Sewers for Adoption, the SuDS Manual, Manual for Streets and DMRB.
• Preparing accurate engineering drawings, technical reports and design packages.
• Liaising with developers, architects, local authorities and other stakeholders throughout project delivery.
• Working closely with senior engineers to ensure projects are delivered on time and to a high technical standard.
• Using AutoCAD, Civil 3D and other engineering software to develop practical design solutions.
• Taking responsibility for designated elements of projects whilst developing your project coordination and management skills.
• Supporting business development activities and building relationships with clients and industry professionals.

What You'll Need

• An HND, BEng, MEng or MSc in Civil Engineering.
• Experience within a civil engineering consultancy.
• Experience in highways, drainage and infrastructure design.
• Knowledge of relevant design standards and guidance, including S278/S38 agreements, SuDS and DMRB.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and Civil 3D or equivalent 3D design software.
• Experience liaising with developers, architects and local authorities.
• Strong communication, organisational and problem-solving skills.
• The ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• An interest in working towards ICE professional accreditation.

Salary & Benefits

Salary: £30,000 - £32,000 per year Dependent on experience

You will benefit from:

• The opportunity to join an established, award-winning consultancy experiencing continued growth.
• Exposure to a varied portfolio of residential, commercial and infrastructure projects.
• Ongoing technical training and professional development.
• Support towards ICE accreditation and chartership.
• Opportunities to take ownership of project elements and develop project management skills.
• A collaborative working environment alongside experienced engineering professionals.
• Clear opportunities for career progression as the business continues to expand.

Develop Your Career in Cambridge

Based in Cambridge, you will join a supportive and expanding engineering team where you can strengthen your design capabilities, develop client-facing experience and progress towards more senior engineering responsibilities.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build a long-term career within a consultancy that values technical development, collaboration and high-quality project delivery.

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