Trainee/Junior Engineer

Quadrante; Lisboa; On-site; EUR 18,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Health insurance

Flexible work

International exposure

Learning & development

Collaborative culture

Job summary

Quadrante is seeking a Trainee/Junior to join our Waste and Water Utilities team in Lisbon or Porto, full-time. You will contribute to delivering high-impact infrastructure projects while learning from a multidisciplinary team.

The role requires a Master’s degree in Civil Engineering (Hydraulics and Water Resources) or related field, basic MS Office and AutoCAD skills, and willingness to grow. English fluency is required; knowledge of AutoCAD Civil 3D and Revit is valued.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Civil Engineering (Hydraulics and Water Resources) or related field.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office and AutoCAD; knowledge of Civil 3D and Revit is valued.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to different types of projects.
• Proactive attitude, curiosity and motivation to develop technical skills.
• Good communication and teamwork skills; fluent in English.

Responsibilities

• Support development of urban hydraulics, water resources and agricultural hydraulics projects.
• Ensure compliance with project deadlines.
• Design innovative, sustainable technical solutions in line with regulations.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to design optimized solutions.
• Assist in producing technical reports, project summaries and deliverables.

Skills

MS Office

AutoCAD

English proficiency

Education

Master’s degree in Civil Engineering (Hydraulics and Water Resources)

Environmental Engineering

Agricultural Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Revit

Job description

Trainee/ Junior - Waste and Water Utilities

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/Junior to join our team and play a key role in delivering complex and high-impact building projects.

Location: Lisbon or Porto | Contract type: Full-time | Seniority level: Trainee/Junior

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 development of urban hydraulics, water resources, and agricultural hydraulics projects;
• Ensure compliance with project deadlines;
• Design innovative, sustainable, and efficient technical solutions, in compliance with applicable regulations and industry best practices;
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to design optimized solutions;
• Assist in producing technical reports, project summaries, and other project deliverables.

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 (Hydraulics and Water Resources), Environmental Engineering, Agricultural Engineering, or a related field;
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office and AutoCAD;knowledge of AutoCAD Civil 3D and Revit is valued
• Willingness to learn and adapt to different types of projects;
• Proactive attitude, curiosity, and motivation to develop technical skills;
• Good communication skills and team spirit;
• Attention to detail and problem-solving mindset;
• Fluency in English, both written and spoken (knowledge of other languages is a plus).

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.