Graduate Civil Engineer

PENGUIN RECRUITMENT LTD; Leeds; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous annual leave

Dedicated training and mentoring

Support toward professional quals and

Pension scheme and benefits

Progression opportunities

Job summary

Penguin Recruitment Ltd is seeking a Graduate Civil Engineer in Leeds to kick-start a career in a supportive technical environment. You will work on civil and rail infrastructure projects, gain hands‑on experience, and learn from seasoned professionals.

Offering a competitive £28,000–£32,000 salary, generous leave, mentoring, training toward professional qualifications, a pension, and clear progression paths, this permanent role requires a degree/HNC/HND in Civil Engineering and a UK driving

Responsibilities

• Assisting with civil and structural design for rail and infrastructure schemes.
• Supporting engineering calculations, technical reports, and design documentation.
• Producing and reviewing drawings in line with Eurocodes and industry standards.
• Coordinating with senior engineers and multidisciplinary project teams.
• Attending site visits, surveys and inspections to support project delivery.
• Helping maintain quality standards and ensure deadlines and budgets are met.

Job description

Graduate Civil Engineer

Salary: £28,000 – £32,000 per annum

Location: Leeds

Are you a recent Civil Engineering graduate looking to build your career in a supportive technical environment? An exciting opportunity is available in Leeds for a motivated Graduate Civil Engineer to gain hands‑on experience across a range of infrastructure and rail engineering projects, working alongside experienced professionals, and developing valuable industry knowledge.

What’s on Offer for the Graduate Civil Engineer?

• Competitive salary of £28,000 – £32,000.
• Generous annual leave, increasing with length of service.
• Dedicated training, guidance, and mentoring.
• Support towards professional qualifications and career development.
• Pension scheme and additional employee benefits.
• Exposure to varied engineering projects and opportunities for progression.

The Role

As a Graduate Civil Engineer, your responsibilities will include:

• Assisting with civil and structural design work for rail and infrastructure schemes.
• Supporting engineering calculations, technical reports, and design documentation.
• Producing and reviewing drawings in line with industry standards and Eurocodes.
• Coordinating with senior engineers and multidisciplinary project teams.
• Attending site visits, surveys, and inspections to support project delivery.
• Helping maintain quality standards and ensure projects meet deadlines and budgets.

What We’re Looking For

The successful Graduate Civil Engineer will have:

• A degree, HNC or HND in Civil Engineering or a related discipline.
• An understanding of engineering principles and an interest in infrastructure.
• Strong communication, organisation and attention to detail.
• Familiarity with CAD or engineering design software; rail experience is advantageous.
• Full UK right to work and a full UK driving licence.
• The ability to commute to Leeds.

This is a permanent role. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency in respect to this position.