Overview
Graduate Civil Engineer – Sheffield (2-3 Years Exp)
Ready to step out of the graduate box and take full technical ownership of complex civil engineering designs? If you are a driven Civil Engineer with around 2 to 3 years of experience looking for a genuine fast-track to Chartership (ICE/IStructE), this is your chance. We are working with a leading, well-established engineering consultancy in Sheffield that specialises in major UK development infrastructure. This role offers the perfect platform to transition from a Graduate role into a design-responsible Engineer, working directly under an experienced Associate who is dedicated to mentoring your career. This isn’t just a job; it’s a defined path to professional qualification and senior status.
The Opportunity: Project Ownership
Responsibilities
* Detailed Infrastructure Design: Producing final drawings and calculations for technical approvals (Building Control, NHBC), with a special focus on adoptable works including S278/S38 Highways and S104 Drainage agreements.
* Pre-Planning Expertise: Leading the resolution of planning conditions by completing pre-purchase feasibility studies, drainage feasibility reports, and providing highways advice.
* Ground Modelling: Preparation of 3D ground models for highly accurate volume calculations, cut and fill exercises, and defining vertical road profiles.
* Hydrology: Contributing to Flood Risk Assessments (FRAs), and designing sustainable drainage systems (SuDS) and pre-planning solutions.
* Stakeholder Liaison: Acting as a key technical point of contact for clients, Local Highway Authorities (LHAs), Water Authorities, and the Environment Agency.
* Professional Development: Taking ownership of your career progression by proactively working towards achieving your Chartered Engineer status.
Candidate Requirements
* Education: A degree (or equivalent) in Civil Engineering.
* Experience: Approximately 2 to 3 years of post-graduate experience, gained within a UK engineering consultancy environment.
* Design Knowledge: Proven working experience in designing and detailing highways and drainage schemes to adoption standards (S38, S278, S104).
* Software Proficiency: Working experience with key hydraulic and CAD packages such as MicroDrainage (WinDES).
* Note: While not essential, experience with AutoCAD/Autodesk Civil 3D and/or flood modelling software (Tuflow, HECRAS) would be a significant advantage.
* Foundational Knowledge: A strong understanding of Civil Engineering principles, current industry standards, and best practice regarding SuDS and FRAs.
Benefits & Culture
This firm prides itself on fostering a supportive, technically excellent, and genuinely non-corporate culture. They invest heavily in their people, ensuring you have the tools and mentorship to succeed.
* Chartership Support: A robust, ICE-accredited training scheme with dedicated time and resources, including one-to-one mentorship from your Associate-level report.
* Career Trajectory: Clear, merit-based pathway for progression to Engineer and Senior Engineer grades.
* Flexibility: A focus on work-life balance, including flexible working arrangements.
* Professional Perks: Payment of professional institution fees and a competitive benefits package.
This is a chance to accelerate your career in a dynamic Sheffield office, gain project leadership exposure, and achieve your goal of becoming a Chartered Civil Engineer faster.
Application
We are interviewing now for this exciting role. Don’t miss this chance to make your next big career move.
Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency for this position. For more information, contact Andy Hopkins, our Civil Engineering specialist with over 30 years\\' recruitment experience.
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