Graduate Civil Engineer (Energy) - Bristol - 2027

Stantec; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Professional subscriptions paid

ICE Chartered progression support

Job summary

Stantec is seeking a Graduate Civil Engineer to join our Energy team in Bristol as part of the 2027 Graduate Programme. You will work on civil design for a diverse energy project portfolio nationwide, focusing on transmission and distribution infrastructure, FEED, and detailed design.

You will collaborate with project managers and other disciplines to deliver practical solutions, with mentorship and opportunities to grow within a growing UK energy team.

Qualifications

• Analytical mind to apply civil engineering principles to solve complex infrastructure and network challenges.
• Strong written and verbal communication across multi-disciplinary teams.
• Proactive, adaptable mindset with a desire to learn from senior engineers and take ownership of tasks.
• Passion for sustainability and cleaner energy solutions.

Responsibilities

• Assist civil engineering design for critical grid infrastructure, including substations and OH(L) works.
• Support development of enabling infrastructure and civil works for power networks.
• Contribute to renewable energy projects such as Energy from Waste, hydropower, pumped storage.
• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to produce drawings, calculations, and design documentation.

Skills

Analytical mind

Communicator

Collaborator

Problem-solver

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

With every community, Stantec redefines what's possible.

The Opportunity

The UK energy market is undergoing a period of rapid and fundamental change. Increasing demand, tighter regulation, and ambitious net zero targets are driving major investment and innovation across the industry. This presents a unique opportunity to join our expanding Energy team in Bristol, as part of our 2027 Graduate Programme.

You will join a forward-thinking business with ambitious growth plans, offering excellent long-term career development and progression. This is your chance to play a meaningful role in shaping the UK’s energy transition from the very start of your career.

Check out our energy business line here: Energy Consulting Services | Stantec

About The Role

As a Graduate Civil Engineer, you will join a collaborative, multi-disciplinary team delivering civil engineering design across a diverse portfolio of energy projects nationwide, with a primary focus on transmission and distribution infrastructure.

Working closely with project managers, team leaders, and other engineering disciplines, you will support both FEED and detailed design stages to provide practical, robust, and innovative civil engineering solutions. Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:

• Assisting with the civil engineering design for critical grid infrastructure, including substations, overhead line (OHL) works, interconnectors, and grid connection schemes.
• Supporting the development of enabling infrastructure, energy buildings, protection systems, and associated civil works for power networks.
• Contributing to broader renewable energy developments, including Energy from Waste, hydropower, and pumped storage schemes.
• Collaborating with multi-disciplinary project teams to produce technical drawings, engineering calculations, and design documentation.

Your Impact

In this role, you will play a vital part in shaping the critical infrastructure that underpins the UK’s energy transition. Your civil engineering contributions will directly support the delivery of sustainable, resilient energy projects, helping clients navigate complex technical, environmental, and regulatory challenges.

Working collaboratively across disciplines, you will help develop innovative design solutions that improve network efficiency, enable rapid decarbonisation, and strengthen national energy security. Your work will influence nationally significant power networks and grid infrastructure, making a lasting, positive difference to communities and the environment.

About You

At Stantec, we value your potential over experience. Along with a degree in Civil Engineering (or a closely related discipline) and an active interest in the energy transition and power sectors, you will bring:

• An Analytical Mind: Ability to apply civil engineering principles to solve complex infrastructure and network challenges.
• A Communicator: Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across multi-disciplinary engineering teams.
• A Collaborator: A proactive, adaptable mindset with a desire to learn from senior engineers and a willingness to take ownership of engineering tasks.
• A Problem-Solver: A passion for sustainability and a desire to challenge conventional thinking to deliver cleaner, more efficient energy solutions.

Please note: We ask our graduates to come into the office 4 days per week to ensure you receive sufficient face-to-face mentorship, team time, and the appropriate level of support.

Why Join Us?

• Growth:We’reon an exciting growth journey across the UK - we want you to be part of it!
• We put people first:We’reproud of our friendly,inclusiveand collaborative environment where everyone feels valued and driven to succeed.
• We are driven to achieve:Named in the top 50 companies to work by Glassdoor 2025. Recognised by Corporate Knights as one of the world's top 10 most sustainable companies 2025. Named 'Best Place to Work' and 'International Consulting Firm of the Year' at the NCE Awards 2024.
• We do what is right:Industry leading training and development as well as paid for professional subscriptions. A professional progression plan, supporting you to become chartered with ICE.
• We are better together:A supportive and collaborative team environment and Early Careers peer group and wider ERG network (see more on our ERGs here: Stantec Employee Resource Groups)
• Great Benefits:Competitive salary, bonus schemes, enhanced pension plan, annual leave with the option to buy/selladditionaldays, private medical insurance, group income protection & life assurance included as standard as well as discounted gym membership and lots more.
• Hybrid /Flexible working:Enjoy a healthy work-life balance with our hybrid approach to flexible working.

Applicants must have an unconditional right to live and work in the UK for an indefinite period without limitation.

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