Graduate Design Engineer (Geotechnical)

Ernest Gordon Recruitment; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A fast-growing consultancy in Birmingham is seeking a Graduate Design Engineer specializing in geotechnical engineering. This role offers a salary between £28,000 - £30,000 with flexible hours and hybrid working. As a graduate, you'll support geotechnical and railway design projects, gain expert mentoring, and become a specialist in the field. Suitable candidates are required to have a Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or Geology and experience with AutoCAD. Opportunities for training and progression abound.

Benefits

Flexible hours

Training

Progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Geotechnical or Civil Engineering graduate eager to begin an exciting career.
• Willingness to learn and receive technical mentorship.

Responsibilities

• Support geotechnical and railway design projects.
• Conduct site surveys and audits.
• Perform drawing and analytical design reviews.
• Maintain client liaison.

Skills

AutoCAD experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or Geology

Job description

Graduate Design Engineer (Geotechnical)

28,000 - 30,000 + Flexible Hours + Hybrid+ Training + Progression
Birmingham

Are you a Geotechnical or Civil Engineering graduate looking to launch your career with a fast-growing, close-knit consultancy that will invest in your development and help you reach your full potential?

With over 40 years of experience, this organisation is a trusted specialist consultancy supporting civil and infrastructure projects. It is recognised for its strong technical expertise, particularly in geotechnical engineering and railway geotechnics, delivering reliable and independent engineering advice.

In this role, you'll support geotechnical and railway design projects through site inspections, analytical design work, drawing reviews, and direct client interaction. With varied day-to-day responsibilities and strong technical mentoring, you'll quickly develop specialist expertise within a growing consultancy.

This role is ideal for a Civil or Geology graduate eager to begin an exciting career with a fast-growing consultancy that will invest in your development and guide you toward becoming a geotechnical specialist.

The Job:

• Site surveys and audits
• Drawing and analytical design reviews
• Client liaison
• On the job training in specialist fields such as drainage design
• Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week (Flexi-hours)

The Person:

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or Geology
• AutoCAD experience
• Commutable Hagley

Reference:BBBH22731A

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered renumeration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set.