Qualifications
* Level 3 NVQ in Engineering Maintenance
* Level 2 Building Services Engineering Installer apprenticeship
* SVQ at SCQF Level 4 in Construction and Civil Engineering Operations
* Modern apprenticeship at SCQF Level 6 in Engineering
* Level 4 NVQ in Engineering Maintenance
* Level 3 Mechanical Maintenance Technician apprenticeship
What does an environmental engineer do?
As an environmental engineer you will be responsible for a variety of tasks relating to reporting on the environmental impacts of construction work. You could be visiting sites and taking readings, developing solutions around problems, or obtaining legal documentation.
Key responsibilities
* Carrying out site assessments
* Conducting technical audits
* Evaluating environmental impact
* Making recommendations on clean‑up, reclamation and waste‑management activities
* Assessing how a site complies with environmental regulations
* Using mathematical techniques and computer modelling to assess or forecast environmental problems
* Designing, developing, testing and implementing technical solutions to reduce the environment’s negative impact
* Interpreting data
* Keeping abreast of legislative changes in environmental law
* Identifying and considering potential contaminant sources
* Obtaining and maintaining plans, permits and standard operating procedures
How to become an environmental engineer
You can gain the qualifications you need by doing a university or college course, applying for an apprenticeship, or applying directly to an employer and training on‑the‑job. It’s also possible to move into environmental engineering from related occupations, such as environmental consultancy or sustainability.
You may need a Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS) card to work on a construction site.
University/graduate training scheme
* Civil engineering
* Environmental engineering
* Marine engineering
* Mechanical engineering
* Chemical engineering
* Process engineering
You can also study for a relevant postgraduate programme (e.g., environmental monitoring, contaminated land or environmental engineering). Many employers offer graduate schemes for those without a postgraduate qualification.
Apprenticeship
An apprenticeship with an environmental company or local authority is a good way into the industry. Apprenticeships are open to anyone over the age of 16 and typically involve at least 30 hours a week of on‑the‑job experience and college or training provider sessions.
Work experience
Work experience is essential. You could gain experience at school or by working weekends and holidays with a company or relative who works as an environmental engineer.
Skills
* Technically inquisitive
* Aptitude for collecting and analysing scientific data
* Excellent communication skills
* Good organisational skills
* Able to work under pressure and meet strict project deadlines
Salary
* Newly trained environmental engineer can start at £23,000
* Trained with experience environmental engineer can earn up to £47,000
Salaries depend on location, employer, level of responsibility, overtime, and completed training routes.
Seniority level
* Entry level
Employment type
* Internship
Job function
* Engineering and Information Technology
Industries
* Construction
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