Graduate Civil Engineer (BEng or BSc)

Warwickshire County Council; Metropolitan Borough of Solihull; On-site; GBP 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority in the United Kingdom is seeking Graduate Engineers to work on highway improvements and structural design. Successful candidates will gain hands-on experience, engaging with various stakeholders and managing essential infrastructure projects. The role offers a starting salary of £31,022pa, comprehensive training, and a generous pension scheme, alongside opportunities for career progression in civil engineering.

Benefits

Generous pension scheme

Agile working options

Generous annual leave

Access to discounts platform

Qualifications

• Candidates can solve complex problems.
• Great communication skills to engage with the public.
• Well organized with project documentation management.
• Experience with CAD and structural analysis software is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct feasibility studies for new schemes.
• Technical design of highways and structures.
• Liaise with stakeholders and the public.
• Prepare and tender construction contracts.
• Supervise construction sites.

Skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Organizational skills

CAD software experience

Education

BEng or BSc in Civil Engineering

Tools

Midas

Civil 3D

Job description

Engineering Design Services, Warwickshire County Council (WCC) is a civil engineering business unit within the Local Authority. The core business is comprised of the design and construction of new highway improvement schemes, but also design and maintenance of the County's highway structure assets and traffic control and information systems. This year WCC are aiming to appoint four new Graduate Engineers. The proposed posts will be in the Highways Capital Delivery, Bridge & Structural Design, and Bridge Maintenance teams. The Highways Capital Delivery team in Engineering Design Services comprises new and experienced engineers dedicated to project delivery at both the design and construction phase. Its aim is to improve safety, tackle congestion and enhance travel opportunities in the county. Projects include new link roads, junction improvements, cycle schemes, traffic safety schemes and town centre regeneration schemes. The Bridge and Structural Design Team are responsible for the technical design of new highway structures often working as part of large integrated teams including a wide range of engineering disciplines. Projects range from new highway and drainage infrastructure to the improvement or replacement of existing structural assets which are close to end of life or require a change in use. The Bridge Maintenance Team plays a vital role in ensuring the safety, functionality, and longevity of the county's highway structures. The team is responsible for the inspection, assessment, and maintenance of thousands of the highway structures, ranging from historic bridges that are centuries old to modern reinforced concrete and steel constructions. Successful candidates will gain hands‑on experience in structural asset management, working alongside experienced professionals to monitor the condition of infrastructure and plan interventions that prevent deterioration and extend service life. The role offers a unique opportunity to develop technical and practical skills in a real‑world environment, while contributing to the preservation of critical infrastructure assets across the county.

Responsibilities

• Production of feasibility studies for new schemes;
• Technical design of new highways and structures using a broad range of techniques including advanced structural modelling software and calculations;
• Communicating and liaising with a wide range of stakeholders and members of the public;
• Preparing and tendering construction contracts including drawings, specifications, and contract documents;
• Construction site supervision and contract administration.

Applicants will need to hold a valid UK or EU passport or visa to work in the UK. It is preferable if applicants hold a full UK driving licence or intend to acquire one in the near future, as sites are located across Warwickshire.

Qualifications & Skills

• Can solve a variety of complex problems, both technical and non‑technical;
• Are great communicators, with the ability to engage with a range of audiences;
• Are well organised, with the ability to manage and maintain all types of project documentation;
• Have experience using software such as Computer Aided Design (CAD) or Structural analysis software like Midas, Civil 3D, or similar.

As a new Graduate Engineer, it is not necessary for you to have practical experience of working on Civil Engineering projects but candidates who have this background may find it to their advantage. Ideally you will be completing, or have already completed, an ICE accredited BEng or BSc course and will have studied modules applicable to the type of work undertaken by Warwickshire County Council.

The Fluency Duty is outlined in the Code of Practice on the English language requirements for public sector workers. The Fluency Duty for this role is Required. You must be able to speak and provide advice in accurate spoken English to the public.

Working for Warwickshire - This is the difference you make. Warwickshire County Council is a place where everyone feels valued, included, safe, supported, and welcome. Our people are at the heart of this vision, could you be one of them! At Warwickshire County Council we are committed to ensuring Warwickshire's economy is vibrant and supported by the right jobs, training, skills and infrastructure. Our people vision for Warwickshire County Council is a great place to work where diverse and talented people are enabled to be their best. Warwickshire County Council is committed to equality of opportunity for all employees and is keen to address areas of under‑representation in its workforce.

If you hold a Masters level Degree in Civil Engineering or related subject please ensure you apply for the EN001B role. Starting salary £31,022pa, with clear progression set out in our Graduate Programme.

For new civil engineers, we provide a comprehensive training package and on the job training in addition to training courses, supported by our accredited Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) training programme. Graduate civil engineers are encouraged to join this programme to help them to achieve professional status as an Incorporated or Chartered Civil Engineer and Member of the Institution of Civil Engineers. Registration and Subscription fees are paid by Warwickshire County Council.

Your future matters to us, we provide a generous pension scheme which includes an employer contribution rate of typically around 19 percent per month, to help support your financial security during retirement. The scheme also offers a valuable package of benefits for members and their dependants. To find out more please visit: Warwickshire Pension Fund homepage - Warwickshire Pension Fund. The benefits we offer include agile working, a valuable part of the pay and reward package for employees working in local government, generous annual leave entitlement, plus bank holidays and an additional day at Christmas, and access to Vivup benefits and discounts platform.