Trainee Civil Engineer – Predial Hydraulics

Quadrante; Amadora; On-site; EUR 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Flexible working

International exposure

Professional development

Collaborative culture

Job summary

Quadrante in Alfragide, Portugal, seeks a Trainee Civil Engineer – Predial Hydraulics to join our multidisciplinary team. You will assist in building hydraulics designs under senior supervision, support project delivery and learn through hands-on experience across infrastructure projects.

The role offers an international environment, flexible working, health benefits and strong development opportunities for career growth in engineering and sustainability.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
• Master’s degree in Civil Engineering is required.
• Knowledge of AutoCAD is essential; REVIT is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support the design of Building Hydraulics solutions following senior guidelines.
• Collaborate to optimize solutions considering technical, economic and environmental aspects.
• Help meet project deadlines through effective task management.
• Contribute to development of tools and work methodologies for continuous improvement.
• Stay informed on trends and new solutions in the field.

Skills

Good communication skills

Team spirit

Education

Master’s degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

AutoCAD

REVIT (advantage)

Job description

At Quadrante, we go far beyond designing infrastructure — we create the conditions for people, cities and industries to move forward. Today, Quadrante brings together more than 1,500 professionals across 20+ countries, connecting engineering, architecture, sustainability and consulting to solve complex challenges and shape the future.

Working at Quadrante means to Build Something You Will Never Forget. Not only the projects you will help deliver. But the challenges you will overcome, the teams you will grow with, the impact you will create, and the career you will build along the way.

Here, you will find an ambitious and international environment where curiosity is valued, ownership is expected, and growth is accelerated — supported by the distinctive pillars of our Employee Value Proposition:

• A global engineering platform, offering international exposure and opportunities to shape your career across geographies and markets.
• Meaningful projects in infrastructure, energy and sustainability that leave a lasting impact.
• Accelerated development through challenging experiences and continuous growth opportunities.
• A culture built on ambition, cooperation, ownership, integrity and flexibility.

Quadrante creates a unique context for you to grow with a meaningful impact.

The Opportunity

We are currently looking for a Trainee Civil Engineer – Predial Hydraulics to join our team and play a key role in delivering complex and high-impact building projects.

Location: Alfragide | Contract type: Permanent | Seniority level: Entry-level

Job Responsibilities – What you will build:

In this role, you will contribute directly to shaping our future and creating tangible impact.

You will:

• Support the design of Building Hydraulics technical solutions, ensuring the application of regulations and guidelines defined by the senior team
• Collaborate in optimizing solutions, considering technical, economic and environmental aspects
• Contribute to meeting project deadlines by ensuring effective management of assigned tasks
• Support the development of tools and work methodologies that enhance continuous improvement, productivity and overall results
• Stay informed and continuously learn about trends, best practices, new solutions and technological developments relevant to the field

Job Requirements – What will help you thrive:

We believe great careers are built through a combination of ambition, capability and mindset.

You will likely succeed in this role if you bring:

• Master’s degree in Civil Engineering
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office and AutoCAD; knowledge of REVIT is an advantage
• Strong work capacity and adaptability to different project typologies
• Good communication skills and team spirit

Job Offer – What you can expect from us:

• Competitive compensation package
• Health insurance and additional benefits
• Flexible ways of working
• International exposure and career opportunities
• Continuous learning and development
• A collaborative and values-driven culture

Joining Quadrante means becoming part of a multidisciplinary team where innovation and technical excellence come together to turn ideas into reality.

Build projects.

Build connections.

Build your future.

Build Something You Will Never Forget.

LEGAL DISCLAIMER

This job posting is part of a recruitment process for Quadrante. Information on the remuneration for the position in question, as well as on other relevant remuneration conditions and on the collective labour regulation instrument applicable to Quadrante, taking into account its primary and secondary CAE (economic activity classification), will be shared with candidates at a further stage of the selection process.

This information is provided prior to the potential conclusion of the employment contract, in order to allow for informed and transparent negotiation on remuneration, based on objective and gender-neutral criteria, in accordance with the framework established by Directive (EU) 2023/970 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 10 May 2023.

The candidate may request additional clarification on the respective criteria used to determine remuneration, remuneration levels and their progression.