Assistant Civil Enigneer

Carrington West; Manchester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking an Assistant Civil Engineer in South Manchester to support rail infrastructure projects. The successful candidate will assist with civil and geotechnical tasks, including design and reporting activities, offering valuable hands-on experience. Essential requirements include a degree in Civil Engineering, a valid UK driving license, and strong analytical and communication skills. This position provides an opportunity to work closely with experienced engineers in a hybrid setting.

Qualifications

• Degree in Civil Engineering (or related field).
• Full UK Driving License is essential.
• Basic understanding of geotechnical principles.

Responsibilities

• Assist in civil and geotechnical design, analysis, and reporting.
• Support ground investigations and earthworks assessments.
• Prepare drawings, calculations, and technical documentation.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering or related field

Job description

Are you an Assistant Civil Engineer looking to develop your experience on rail infrastructure projects? Do you want to work on a wide range of civil and geotechnical schemes across Greater Manchester?

Location: South Manchester /Hybrid
Rate: £30-£35 Per Hour
Contract Duration: 12 months
IR35: Inside

We're seeking an Assistant Civil Engineer to support the delivery of rail projects across Greater Manchester. You'll assist with civil and geotechnical engineering tasks, contribute to design and reporting activities, and support the maintenance and upgrade of critical rail infrastructure assets. This is a great opportunity to gain hands‑on experience across a broad range of engineering schemes while working alongside experienced engineers and project managers.

Responsibilities

• Assist in civil and geotechnical design, analysis, and reporting.
• Support ground investigations, earthworks assessments, and reviewing site data.
• Prepare drawings, calculations, and technical documentation.
• Attend supervised site visits and inspections, ensuring safety compliance.
• Work with multidisciplinary teams and support project managers with updates and reporting.

Essential Requirements

• Degree in Civil Engineering (or related field)
• Full UK Driving License
• Basic understanding of geotechnical principles.
• Good analytical, communication, and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to interpret drawings and technical information.
• Willingness to undertake site work.
• 2 years' experience with civil/foundation design or similar

Contact

Please send your CV to [e-mail] or contact me on 023 9387 6037.