Graduate Civil Engineer

Penguin Recruitment; West Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Generous leave

Flexible benefits

Pension

Healthcare

Training & development

Membership support

Job summary

Penguin Recruitment Ltd in Huddersfield, West Yorkshire, is seeking a Graduate Civil Engineer to gain hands-on experience across highways, drainage and infrastructure design on residential, commercial and industrial developments.

You will work under the guidance of senior engineers, developing your design capabilities and learning software such as AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and MicroDrainage, progressing from concept to detailed design on a variety of projects.

Qualifications

• Degree in Civil Engineering, recently achieved or nearing completion.
• Interest in highways, drainage and development infrastructure.
• Willingness to learn software and work in a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the design and development of highway and drainage infrastructure for development schemes.
• Produce drawings, calculations, specifications and reports.
• Support highway design projects including access arrangements and Section 38/278 agreements.
• Gain experience in drainage design, SuDS and infrastructure planning.
• Liaise with senior engineers to support project delivery.
• Build experience from concept to detailed design and delivery.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Willingness to learn

Proactive & organized

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

MicroDrainage

Job description

Are you a Civil Engineering graduate ready to take the first step in your engineering career? Looking to join a consultancy where you can gain hands‑on experience, develop your design capabilities and work on a variety of exciting infrastructure projects?

An excellent opportunity is available for a Graduate Civil Engineer to join an established consultancy team in Huddersfield. You will be involved in a range of residential, commercial, and industrial developments, gaining valuable experience across highways, drainage and infrastructure design while receiving guidance and support from experienced engineers.

The Role of a Graduate Civil Engineer

• Assist in the design and development of highway and drainage infrastructure for a variety of development schemes.
• Produce and contribute to technical drawings, engineering calculations, specifications, and reports.
• Support highway design projects, including access arrangements, highway improvements and Section 38 and Section 278 agreements.
• Gain experience in drainage design, drainage strategies, SuDS and wider infrastructure planning.
• Liaise with senior engineers and other project professionals to support the successful delivery of projects.
• Develop your understanding of relevant design standards, technical requirements, and industry practices.
• Build practical experience from initial project concepts through to detailed design and delivery.

About You

• A degree in Civil Engineering, either recently achieved or nearing completion.
• An enthusiasm for developing a career in civil engineering consultancy.
• An interest in highways, drainage, and development infrastructure.
• Strong communication skills, with a proactive and organised approach to work.
• A willingness to learn new software, develop technical skills and work as part of a team.
• Experience with AutoCAD, Civil 3D or MicroDrainage would be advantageous, although training can be provided.
• A full UK driving licence or the ability to travel to project sites when necessary.
• The full right to work in the UK

The Benefits

• Competitive salary of £28,000 – £30,000.
• Very generous annual leave, including public holidays.
• Flexible benefits package.
• Contributory pension scheme.
• Personal healthcare and life insurance.
• Ongoing training and professional development.
• Support towards professional memberships and fees.

Graduate Civil Engineer • Huddersfield, West Yorkshire