Graduate Civil Engineer

Paddick Engineering Ltd; Leeds; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Professional development support

28 days’ annual leave

Matched pension scheme

Annual Gym membership

Costco membership

Collaborative workplace with impact

Job summary

A dynamic engineering practice in Leeds is seeking a motivated Graduate Civil Engineer to join their team. This role offers hands-on experience in design, assessment, and project support within various sectors. Recent graduates with a degree in Civil Engineering and a proactive attitude will thrive in this collaborative environment. Strong communication skills and a full UK driving license are essential. The company provides competitive salaries, chartership support, and numerous employee benefits including annual gym membership and 28 days of leave.

Qualifications

• Degree in Civil Engineering or closely related field.
• Working towards ICE membership or interest in doing so.
• Full UK driving license and access to a car.

Responsibilities

• Support design and assessment of civil and structural projects.
• Conduct site inspections and attend client meetings.
• Assist with preparation of design reports and specifications.
• Liaise with clients and contractors for project delivery.
• Stay up to date with relevant standards, codes of practice, and regulations.
• Contribute positively to a collaborative, supportive working environment.

Skills

Communication skills

Technical design ability

Knowledge of S104, 38, 185 + 278

Organizational skills

Education

BEng or MEng in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Site 3D

Job description

About Us

Paddick Engineering has been delivering complete architectural, structural, and civil design solutions since 1981. As a family run practice, we pride ourselves on combining technical expertise with a personal approach, offering tailored design packages that meet the unique needs of every client. Our reputation is built on quality, innovation, and long-lasting relationships.

Role Overview

We are looking for a Graduate Civil Engineer to join our growing team. This is an excellent opportunity to kickstart your career in civil engineering, working on a wide range of projects across residential, commercial, and infrastructure developments. You’ll gain hands on experience in inspections, design, and project support, while building the foundations for long‑term career progression.

Location: Based at our Leeds city centre office, with travel to client sites required
Salary: Competitive, based on experience
Pathway: Permanent, full time role with structured professional development and chartership support
Start Date: Immediately

What you’ll be doing

As a Graduate Civil Engineer, you’ll work closely with our senior engineers and project teams to deliver high quality engineering solutions. Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting the design and assessment of civil and structural projects using AutoCAD and Site 3D
• Undertaking site inspections, attending client site meetings, surveys, and contributing to technical assessments
• Assisting with the preparation of design reports, calculations, and specifications
• Liaising with clients, contractors, and stakeholders to support project delivery
• Staying up to date with relevant standards, codes of practice, and regulations
• Contributing positively to a collaborative, supportive working environment

What we’re looking for

We’re seeking graduates who are motivated, professional, and eager to learn. To succeed in this role, you should:

• Hold a BEng or MEng in Civil Engineering (or a closely related field)
• Be working towards professional membership (ICE) or keen to do so
• Have knowledge of the S104, 38, 185 + 278 process and design
• Possess excellent communication and technical design ability
• Hold a full UK driving licence and have access to a car for site visits
• Be organised, proactive, and enthusiastic about starting your career in civil engineering

Why Join Us?

At Paddick Engineering, we invest in our people and are proud to offer a range of rewards and benefits, including:

• Competitive salary, reviewed regularly with experience and progression
• Professional development and chartership support
• 28 days’ annual leave (plus bank holidays)
• Matched pension scheme
• Annual Gym membership included
• Costco membership provided
• A collaborative, forward thinking workplace where you can make an impact

Ready to take the next step?

If you’re looking to launch your career with a dynamic and supportive engineering practice, we’d love to hear from you.

📞 Apply Now and join the Paddick Engineering team!