Civil and Structural Engineering

Babcock International; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Babcock International invites graduates to join a two-year Civil and Structural Engineering Graduate Programme within Cavendish Nuclear, delivering infrastructure projects across naval and nuclear operations. You’ll design, build and maintain critical facilities, rotating through placements to broaden your expertise and network.

Starting salary is at least £35,000, with final amounts based on role, location and qualifications, and successful candidates progress toward Chartered or Incorporated

Qualifications

• Requires a BEng or MEng in Civil/Coastal/Structural Engineering or related Civil Engineering degree.
• Security clearance: BPSS and Security Check (SC) clearance required or able to achieve.
• Place of birth/nationality/residency may affect eligibility for certain programmes.

Responsibilities

• Two-year placements across civil and structural engineering to provide broad experience.
• Rotate through teams/projects to learn structural assessments, design docs, compliance processes and site support.
• Support progression toward Chartered or Incorporated Engineer status and professional registration.

Education

BEng/MEng in Civil/Structural Engineering (or Civil Engineering with Civil/Structural focus)

BEng/MEng in Civil and Coastal Engineering

Job description

*Your starting salary will be at least £35,000, with the final amount based on your role, location, and qualifications.

Location

Bristol, Warrington

We offer placements in Bristol and Warrington in England.

Oct 20, 2026

Sep 1, 2027

Start dates will be staggered from 1st September 2027. We’ll confirm your exact start date during onboarding.

What will you do on the programme?

Civil and structural engineering is about shaping the world around us – designing, building and maintaining the infrastructure that society depends on every day. It’s about making sure structures are strong, stable and safe. Working within our Cavendish Nuclear business, you’ll put these principles into practice on projects that truly matter.

As a graduate, you’ll contribute to high-profile infrastructure and defence projects across naval and nuclear operations. You could help build the next generation of nuclear power stations, modernise dockyards to support a modern naval fleet, or maintain critical facilities that keep the UK’s defence and energy sectors running smoothly. You’ll be involved in designing, constructing and maintaining complex infrastructure, ensuring buildings and structures are robust, resilient and fit for purpose.

You’ll be part of a team delivering smarter, safer infrastructure that makes a real difference to the UK’s defence and energy future.

How is the programme structured?

This is an exciting two-year programme made up of a series of placements designed to give you broad experience across civil and structural engineering.

You’ll rotate through different teams and projects, developing your knowledge of structural assessments, design documentation, compliance processes and operational site support. These rotations offer opportunities to broaden your experience – and some may even take you to different locations – helping you build your professional network and deepen your understanding of how the business operates.

Each placement gives you the chance to apply what you’ve learned, take on real responsibilities and discover the areas of the discipline that interest you most.

How do we develop and support you?

From day one, you’ll receive structured support, personalised training, and dedicated mentorship to help you excel throughout your programme and beyond.

You’ll join our Graduate Development Programme, featuring expert-led masterclasses on communication, personal branding, resilience, and wellbeing.

To support your journey toward Chartered or Incorporated Engineer status, we offer full guidance and cover all associated fees.

What’s waiting for you after the programme?

Once you complete the programme, you’ll move into a permanent role within our Engineering Function, where you can continue applying and expanding the skills you’ve developed. You’ll also have the opportunity to build on your progress toward professional registration, a recognised benchmark of engineering competence, which can support your journey into more advanced roles, such as Senior Engineer.

As a global organisation, Babcock provides countless opportunities to enhance your skills and advance your career. To support your growth, we’ve introduced the Babcock Role Framework, which outlines roles, career pathways, and development opportunities. With every job mapped to these frameworks, you’ll have a transparent view of the steps needed to reach Senior Engineer and beyond.

We want you to feel supported, valued and excited about what’s ahead. That’s why we offer a comprehensive package designed to support your development, your wellbeing and your life outside of work too.

• You’ll need to have achieved, or be on track to achieve, a BEng or MEng in one of the following subjects: Civil and Coastal Engineering, Civil and Structural Engineering, or Civil Engineering. We also accept BEng or MEng degrees with a Civil or Structural focus, as well as degrees in Materials Science and Metallurgy.
• Many of our programmes are subject to Security Clearance and Trade Control restrictions which mean that your place of birth, nationality, citizenship, or residency you hold or have held may impact which programmes you are eligible for. For this programme, you must be able to achieve and maintain Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) and Security Check (SC) clearance. Further details are available at United Kingdom Security Vetting: clearance levels – GOV.UK (www.gov.uk) .

Where will you be based?

Places on our Civil and Structural Engineering Graduate Programme for September 2027 are available within our Cavendish Nuclear business. You’ll be based in Bristol or Warrington, with opportunities to spend time at other locations depending on the needs of your placements.

We offer agile working, providing some flexibility; however, you can expect to spend several days each week on-site to support your role and development.

Once you’ve successfully completed the programme, you’ll continue your career in the same location, so it’s important to consider this when applying.

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