Graduate Civil Engineer - Water

Penguin Recruitment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

25 days' holiday

Life insurance

Discretionary bonus

Flexible working

Job summary

Penguin Recruitment is seeking a Graduate Civil Engineer in London to begin a career in the water sector. The role offers hands-on experience across water and wastewater projects, with structured professional development and a clear pathway towards Chartership.

You'll work with experienced engineers, support planning and design, and benefits include a salary of £30,000 - £36,000, pension, 25 days' holiday, life insurance and flexible working.

Qualifications

• Degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline.
• Interest in water, wastewater, utilities or infrastructure.
• Strong understanding of core civil engineering principles.
• Familiarity with engineering design software or digital tools.
• Commitment to professional development and working towards Chartership.

Responsibilities

• Support civil design across water and wastewater projects.
• Assist with drawings, calculations, reports and design documentation.
• Work alongside civil, mechanical, electrical and process engineers.
• Develop your understanding of water infrastructure and hydraulic principles.
• Apply CDM and health and safety requirements to project work.
• Develop experience with engineering design software and digital tools.
• Support project teams through different stages of design and delivery.

Skills

Degree in Civil Engineering

Water sector interest

Analytical problem solving

Design software familiarity

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

Graduate Civil Engineer
Location: London
Salary: £30,000 - £36,000

Are you a Graduate Civil Engineer looking to start your career in the water sector? This London role offers hands‑on experience across water and wastewater projects, structured professional development and a clear pathway towards Chartership within a smaller, growing consultancy.

The Opportunity

A growing engineering consultancy is looking for a Graduate Civil Engineer to join its London team. You will work alongside experienced engineers and other disciplines, supporting the planning and design of water and wastewater infrastructure while developing your technical skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Support civil design across water and wastewater projects
• Assist with drawings, calculations, reports and design documentation
• Work alongside civil, mechanical, electrical and process engineers
• Develop your understanding of water infrastructure and hydraulic principles
• Apply CDM and health and safety requirements to project work
• Develop experience with engineering design software and digital tools
• Support project teams through different stages of design and delivery

Candidate Requirements

• Degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline
• Interest in water, wastewater, utilities or infrastructure
• Good understanding of core civil engineering principles
• Familiarity with engineering design software or digital tools
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Commitment to professional development and working towards Chartership

Why Apply?

• Salary: £30,000 - £36,000
• Chartership support
• Discretionary bonus
• Pension
• 25 days' holiday
• Life insurance
• Professional membership
• Flexible working

Eligibility to Apply

Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK. Sponsorship is not available.