Graduate Civil Engineer

GirlingJones; Devon and Torbay; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected South West-based consultancy is seeking a Graduate Civil Engineer to join their team in Exeter. This role involves assisting in the delivery of drainage design for various projects, along with support from experienced engineers. Ideal for an early-career engineer with relevant education and some experience in drainage design. Salary ranges from £26,000 to £32,000, complemented by a benefits package.

Benefits

Benefits package

Structured training and mentoring

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 months' experience in drainage or infrastructure design (post-grad or placement).
• Awareness of the residential sector desirable.

Responsibilities

• Producing designs using AutoCAD and design software.
• Assisting in the preparation of calculations and technical submissions.
• Working on drainage strategies and agreements.
• Supporting with site visits and meetings.
• Ensuring timely, accurate delivery of work.

Skills

Drainage design

AutoCAD proficiency

Collaborative approach

Willingness to learn

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering or similar

Tools

AutoCAD

InfoDrainage

Flow

Job description

Location: Exeter
Salary: £26,000 – £32,000
Sponsorship not available for this role

A respected South West-based consultancy is looking for a Graduate Civil Engineer to join their growing team in Exeter. This is a great opportunity for an early-career engineer with a grounding in drainage design to get involved in a variety of projects including residential, commercial, education, health etc.

The Role

Working closely with experienced engineers, you’ll assist in the delivery of infrastructure and drainage design for a range of projects. You’ll be involved in technical design work from concept through to construction, with full support to continue developing your skills.

Key responsibilities include:

• Producing designs using AutoCAD and design software such as InfoDrainage or Flow
• Assisting in the preparation of calculations and technical submissions
• Working on drainage strategies and Section 104, 106, 38 and 278 agreements.
• Supporting with site visits and internal project meetings
• Ensuring timely, accurate delivery of work under senior guidance.

What You’ll Need

• Degree in Civil Engineering or similar
• Minimum of 6 months’ experience in drainage or infrastructure design (post-grad or placement)
• Awareness of the residential sector desirable
• Proficiency with AutoCAD
• Experience with InfoDrainage, Flow or similar drainage software
• A collaborative approach and willingness to learn

What’s in it for me?

• £26,000 – £32,000 depending on experience, plus benefits package
• Supportive team with structured training and mentoring

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