Degree Apprentice Civil Engineer - Water - Edinburgh (2026)

Stantec Consulting International Ltd.; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in the UK is seeking a Degree Apprentice Civil Engineer to join its team in Edinburgh. This apprenticeship offers the opportunity to gain valuable experience in water management and engineering practices while working alongside experienced professionals. The role includes solving engineering challenges and contributing to sustainable solutions while studying for a Level 6 BEng Civil Engineering degree. Competitive salary and benefits are provided within a collaborative work environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Private medical insurance

Professional progression plan

Collaborative team environment

Qualifications

• At least 5 GCSEs with a grade of 5 or 6 in Mathematics and English Language.
• UCAS tariff points: 112 minimum, or equivalent qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Support critical water infrastructure projects and solve engineering problems.
• Perform engineering calculations and produce design documentation.
• Learn and use industry software to produce infrastructure drawings.

Skills

Adaptability

Perseverance

Collaboration

Problem-solving

Education

GCSEs with grades 5 or 6 in Mathematics and English Language

UCAS tariff points: 112 points minimum

Job description

Overview

With every community, Stantec redefines what’s possible.

Application Deadline: Recruitment is ongoing. Please apply as soon as possible as the advert may close once we have sufficient applicants.

Your role

We have an opportunity for a Degree Apprentice (Level 6) Civil Engineer to join our Apprentice Programme in our Civil Engineering team based in Edinburgh.

Water is one of our most precious natural assets, and you have the chance to be instrumental in protecting and improving this vital resource. This isn’t just an engineering job; it’s a mission to deliver innovative, sustainable solutions that directly address the climate emergency and significantly reduce our environmental impact. If you’re passionate about sustainability and want your work to make a real-world difference, this is the perfect opportunity.

You will work within a diverse and highly skilled team, where your efforts will directly support critical infrastructure from treatment works and pumping stations to essential pipelines. Your day-to-day work will be dynamic and fulfilling: you will solve complex engineering problems and assist Senior Engineers throughout the entire project lifecycle; design and develop solutions by performing engineering calculations, using advanced design software and tools, and producing high-quality drawings, reports, and presentations; and innovate to reduce our environmental impact and provide sustainable solutions that support our clients\' most pressing needs. You’ll be working within a supportive and friendly project environment, gaining invaluable experience and guidance from our highly skilled Senior Civil Engineers and Hydraulic Network Modellers. You’ll also learn how to use relevant industry software and programs, including Computer Aided Design (CAD), to produce infrastructure drawings that develop a better way of how we obtain, clean, and distribute water for our communities.

Your role will place you on the cutting edge of water management, contributing to projects that truly matter. As part of our water team, you will be part of project teams working on managing water resources and reservoirs, producing high-quality drinking water for public supply, distributing water for our communities, protecting the natural environment from pollution, and alleviating flooding for local communities.

This apprenticeship will enable you to learn whilst you earn as you study for an academic qualification. You will gain a Level 6 BEng Civil Engineering degree in conjunction with one of the following training providers: Strathclyde University or Edinburgh Napier University (day release). This will be discussed further during the recruitment process.

By submitting your application, you are confirming that your predicted grades at least meet the minimum defined entry requirements stated in this advertisement and that you are comfortable with the training provider options (which may include both day and block release options) also listed.

Take a look at our Water business line here: Water (stantec.com), and review the career journey of one of our Apprentice Civil Engineers here: My Stantec Story: Building hands-on experience and technical skills with Erin Baker.

About you

Qualifications

For our Level 6 apprenticeship you will need either:

• UCAS tariff points: 112 points minimum.
• A level: BBC, including Mathematics at grade B or above and one other analytical subject (also grade B or above). Analytical subjects can include physics, biology/human biology, chemistry, computer science, further mathematics and design and technology (excluding general studies).
• BTEC (Level 3) Extended Diploma: DMM - must include a Merit or above in Mathematics and Further Mathematics in Construction Units. Accepted courses: Civil Engineering, Aerospace, Construction and the Built Environment and Mechanical Engineering.
• Scottish Highers: 4 SQA Higher - A, B, B, B (to include Mathematics).
• Irish Leaving Certificate (Highers): H3, H3, H3, H3, H3, H4 (at least H3 for Mathematics and one other Analytical Science).
• International Baccalaureate: 3 2 points / 655. HL5 in Mathematics (Analysis and Approaches) and HL5 in another Science subject, including Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Design Technology, Physics, Environmental Systems and Societies.
• Other equivalent qualifications may be considered.

You must also have:

• GCSEs: At least 5 GCSEs with a grade of 5 or 6 (B) or above in Mathematics and English Language. Functional Skills Level 2 in English and Maths are also accepted.

We also look for someone who is:

• An Adapter - You’re able to remain calm in new and changing situations, comfortably switching between a variety of dynamic and exciting tasks.
• A Perseverer - You stay composed in the face of setbacks, approaching challenges with confidence and determination.
• A Collaborator - You work effectively with lots of different people, considering others’ perspectives to shape better outcomes.
• A Problem-Solver - You love to share your thoughts based on what you see, and you’re unafraid to challenge conventional thinking.

Please note, we ask our Apprentices to come into the office 4 days per week to ensure that colleagues are able to provide the appropriate level of support.

What we can offer you

• A competitive salary
• Private medical insurance
• A range of benefits, including holiday buy and sell, group income protection and life assurance
• Permanent employment contract to demonstrate our commitment to your long-term career at Stantec
• Professional progression plan, supporting you to become chartered with a relevant professional body
• A supportive and collaborative team environment and Early Careers peer group and wider ERG network

Applicants must have an unconditional right to live and work in the UK for an indefinite period without limitation.

Please take a look at the UK Apprentice brochure to find out more about life as an apprentice at Stantec. We look forward to receiving your application!

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