Assistant Civil Engineer — Hybrid Role with Ownership Benefits

Emtech Recruitment; Chelmsford; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An engineering consultancy in Chelmsford is seeking a motivated Assistant Civil Engineer to join their Infrastructure team. This hybrid role involves supporting senior engineers on varied projects, including drainage, highways, and earthworks. You'll contribute to design tasks, collaborate with transport teams, and manage project documentation. The ideal candidate should be enthusiastic, experienced with design standards, and proficient in AutoCAD. This position offers a competitive salary, flexible hours, and comprehensive benefits including a pension and professional development support.

Benefits

Competitive salary with annual reviews

Flexible hours and paid overtime

25+ days annual leave

Pension (5% employer contribution)

Cycle-to-work scheme

Private healthcare option after 12 months

Regular team lunches and social events

Qualifications

• Enthusiasm to learn and work within a team.
• Some experience with design standards.
• Consultancy experience in residential schemes.

Responsibilities

• Support senior engineers on project design and technical tasks.
• Contribute to drainage strategies and highway design.
• Help prepare drawings, calculations, and approval submissions.

Skills

Enthusiasm to learn

Experience with design standards (DMRB, Sewer Sector Guidance)

Consultancy experience on residential schemes

AutoCAD proficiency

Tools

AutoCAD

Civils 3D

MicroDrainage

Job description

An engineering consultancy in Chelmsford is seeking a motivated Assistant Civil Engineer to join their Infrastructure team. This hybrid role involves supporting senior engineers on varied projects, including drainage, highways, and earthworks. You'll contribute to design tasks, collaborate with transport teams, and manage project documentation. The ideal candidate should be enthusiastic, experienced with design standards, and proficient in AutoCAD. This position offers a competitive salary, flexible hours, and comprehensive benefits including a pension and professional development support.