Graduate Structural Engineer 2026 - (High Wycombe) - Water

Stantec Consulting International Ltd.; High Wycombe; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy in High Wycombe is looking for a Graduate Structural Engineer to contribute to vital infrastructure projects. The role involves developing structural designs, conducting inspections, and collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams. Candidates should have a degree in Civil or Structural Engineering and possess strong problem-solving and collaborative skills. This position offers a competitive salary and various benefits, along with a supportive environment for professional growth.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Private medical insurance

Holiday buy and sell

Group income protection

Life assurance

Professional progression plan

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in relevant engineering disciplines.
• Ability to work effectively in a team.
• Strong problem-solving skills and adaptability.

Responsibilities

• Develop structural designs for various infrastructure projects.
• Conduct inspections and assessments of existing structures.
• Liaise with multi-disciplinary teams for collaborative designs.

Skills

Civil Engineering

Structural Engineering

Problem-solving

Collaboration

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Structural or Geotechnical Engineering

Job description

With every community, Stantec redefines what’spossible.

Application Deadline:Recruitment is ongoing.Please apply as soon as possible as the advert may close once we have sufficient applicants.

Your role:

Are you a passionate and enthusiastic Civil or Structural Engineering graduate looking to make a real impact on vital infrastructure projects? We have an exciting opportunity for a Graduate Structural Engineer to join our dynamic water team in High Wycombe, as part of our 2026 graduate programme.

You'll be working closely with our experienced team, contributing to the full lifecycle of structural design in concrete, steel, and masonry structures. Your day-to-day responsibilities could include:

• Developing conceptual, preliminary, and detailed structural designs for a variety of water and energy-related infrastructure, such as pumping stations, water treatment works, reservoirs, flood defence schemes, and related buildings.
• Conducting structural inspections and investigations of existing assets, assessing their condition and integrity.
• Producing concise and clear reports for asset maintenance, modification, and new build projects.
• Making calculations about loads and stresses using advanced mathematical and computer modelling software.
• Selecting appropriate construction materials with a focus on safety, sustainability, and cost-effectiveness.
• Liaising with multi-disciplinary teams, including Mechanical, Electrical, and Geotechnical engineers, to enable collaborative design-building across complex projects.
• Assisting with the preparation of drawings and specifications.
• Gaining exposure to project, commercial, and client management.

Take a look at our Water business line here:-Water (stantec.com), and review the career journey of one of our Graduate Civil Engineers here:-My Stantec Story: Building a career as a graduate civil engineer with Lewis Houghton

About you:

At Stantec, we value your potential over past experience.Along with your Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Structural or Geotechnical Engineering, we’d love to receive your application if you are:-

• An adapter: you’re able to remain calm in new and changing situations, comfortably switching between a variety of dynamic and exciting tasks.
• A Perseverer: you stay composed in the face of setbacks, approaching challenges with confidence and determination.
• A Collaborator: you work effectively with lots of different people, considering other’s perspectives to shape better outcomes.
• A Problem-Solver: you love to give your thoughts based on what you see, being unafraid to challenge conventional thinking.

Please note, we ask our graduates to come into the office 4 days per week, to ensure that colleagues are able to provide the appropriate level of support.

What we can offer you:

• A competitive salary
• Private medical insurance
• A range of benefits, including holiday buy and sell, group income protection and life assurance
• Permanent employment contract to demonstrate our commitment to your long-term career at Stantec
• Professional progression plan, supporting you to become chartered with ICE.
• 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)

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

Please take a look at our Graduate FAQs (Graduate Application FAQs) if you have any questions. We look forward to receiving your application!

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