Assistant Engineer – Major Civils & Structures

Enable Group; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Structured development

Opportunity to gain experience on major projects

Job summary

A leading civil engineering contractor is seeking an Assistant Engineer to join their team in Seascale, Cumbria. This is an excellent opportunity for a graduate or junior engineer to develop their skills in a major infrastructure environment, supporting engineering teams on complex projects. Responsibilities include assisting with surveying, reviewing drawings, and ensuring compliance with safety procedures. A competitive salary of £30,000 – £35,000 is offered, along with structured career development in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Some experience within civil engineering or construction environments.
• Exposure to major civils or structural projects is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Support the engineering and technical delivery of civil engineering and structural works.
• Assist with setting out and surveying activities.
• Review drawings and technical documentation.
• Support resolution of design queries.
• Assist with inspections and quality assurance processes.

Skills

Proactive and organised approach

Strong communication

Willingness to learn

Education

Civil Engineering or relevant construction qualification

Tools

CSCS card

Job description

Enable Resourcing is recruiting for an Assistant Engineer to join a leading civil engineering contractor delivering major civils and structural works in Seascale, Cumbria.

This is an excellent opportunity for a graduate or junior engineer to develop within a major infrastructure environment, supporting engineering teams across complex civils and structural packages.

The role offers exposure to both site‑based and technical coordination responsibilities, providing strong career development within a structured project environment.

Key Responsibilities

As Assistant Engineer, you will support the engineering and technical delivery of civil engineering and structural works.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Assisting with setting out and surveying activities
• Reviewing drawings and technical documentation
• Supporting resolution of design queries
• Assisting with inspections and quality assurance processes
• Maintaining accurate site records and documentation
• Supporting preparation of as-built drawings
• Assisting with temporary works coordination
• Supporting subcontractor, materials and plant coordination
• Ensuring compliance with health and safety procedures
• Supporting reporting and engineering documentation

You will work closely with Site Engineers and Project Teams to ensure works are delivered accurately, safely and in line with programme requirements.

About You

To be considered, you will have:

• Some experience within civil engineering or construction environments
• Exposure to major civils or structural projects (desirable)
• A proactive and organised approach to work
• Strong communication and willingness to learn
• Civil Engineering or relevant construction qualification

Required:

• CSCS card

Advantageous:

• Full UK driving licence

This role is ideal for a graduate or junior engineer looking to build long‑term experience within a major infrastructure setting.

What’s on Offer

Competitive salary of £30,000 – £35,000 per annum

Opportunity to gain experience on major civils and structural projects

Structured development within a leading civil engineering environment

Exposure to complex, high‑value infrastructure schemes

If you are an ambitious Assistant Engineer looking to develop your career on major infrastructure works in Cumbria, we would like to hear from you.

Apply now or contact Enable Resourcing for a confidential discussion.