Graduate Civil Engineer

Access Talent Group; Slough; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected engineering consultancy in Slough is seeking a motivated Graduate Engineer to join their team. This role offers an early-career opportunity to work on high-profile infrastructure and utilities projects while developing technical skills and progressing toward chartership. Responsibilities include assisting project teams, conducting engineering analysis, and collaborating with various specialists. The position also provides a structured graduate development program, hybrid working, and competitive salary, making it an attractive entry-level role.

Benefits

Structured graduate development programme

Support toward chartership

Generous holiday allowance

Pension contribution

Ongoing CPD and training opportunities

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering (or related discipline).
• Previous internships or industry experience are advantageous but not essential.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD, Civil 3D or similar tools is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Assist project teams on engineering schemes from feasibility to handover.
• Carry out engineering analysis and design tasks under supervision.
• Collaborate with architects, structural engineers, and contractors.

Skills

Good practical knowledge of engineering principles

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Good problem-solving ability

Attention to detail

Collaborative team player

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Job description

((BST: 8:00 - 18:00 (Mon/Thurs) 8:00 - 16:00 (Fri)))

We’re recruiting a motivated Graduate Engineer to join a respected engineering consultancy in Slough. This is a fantastic early-career opportunity to work on high-profile infrastructure, transport and utilities projects, develop technical skills, and progress toward chartership within a supportive multidisciplinary team.

What you’ll be doing

• Assist project teams on engineering schemes from feasibility through to handover, supporting delivery to agreed schedules, budgets and quality standards.
• Carry out engineering analysis and design tasks under supervision using industry-standard tools (e.g., AutoCAD/Civil 3D, basic structural analysis software).
• Support regulatory compliance activities, helping prepare documentation for permits and approvals.
• Work with clients to understand requirements and provide day-to-day project support and clear communication.
• Collaborate with architects, structural engineers, environmental specialists and contractors to coordinate design solutions.
• Contribute to quality assurance checks and produce clear, accurate project deliverables and drawings.
• Keep up to date with engineering best practice, new technologies and sustainable design approaches; contribute ideas to improve designs and workflows.

About you (skills & experience)

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering (or closely related discipline).
• Any previous internships, placements or industry experience are advantageous but not essential.
• Good practical knowledge of engineering principles, construction methods and common materials.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD, Civil 3D or similar tools is desirable; eagerness to learn structural analysis software.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills; comfortable liaising with colleagues and clients.
• Good problem-solving ability, attention to detail, and a methodical approach to technical work.
• A collaborative team player who can also manage tasks independently.
• Commitment to safety, sustainability and professional development (chartership support available).

What’s on offer

• Structured graduate development programme and technical mentoring.
• Support toward chartership (ICE/IStructE) and professional exams.
• Hybrid working model, generous holiday allowance and pension contribution.
• Exposure to a wide variety of high-impact infrastructure projects and a clear career path.
• Competitive salary (market-aligned), ongoing CPD and training opportunities.