via Reed · 15 September 2026 ·4 days ago

Graduate Civil Engineer

Penguin Recruitment Ltd
Nottingham Full-time GBP 55,000 – 65,000
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Graduate Engineer
Location: Nottingham
Salary: £28,000 - £34,000

Not sure you want your first engineering role to pigeonhole you into one discipline? This Nottingham opportunity gives you experience across both Civil Development and Structural Engineering, together with genuine site involvement so you can understand how projects are designed and actually delivered.

The Opportunity

An established multidisciplinary consultancy is looking for a Graduate Engineer to join its Nottingham team.

You will work across the Civil Development and Structural Engineering teams, supporting experienced engineers with design and project delivery. There will also be significant site involvement, giving you practical exposure to construction and the opportunity to become a trusted pair of eyes on live projects.

Key Responsibilities

  • Support Civil Development and Structural Engineering design

  • Assist with drainage, infrastructure and associated development work

  • Support structural design alongside experienced engineers

  • Attend sites, monitor progress and gather project information

  • Report observations and potential issues back to senior engineers

  • Work with architects, contractors and wider project teams

  • Support projects through design and construction stages
Candidate Requirements
  • Degree in Civil Engineering, Civil & Structural Engineering or a closely related discipline

  • Graduate through to around two years' experience considered

  • Genuine interest in both design and site-based engineering

  • Practical approach and willingness to learn across disciplines

  • Confident communicating with engineers, contractors and project teams

  • Keen to develop professionally within a multidisciplinary consultancy
Why Apply?

This Graduate Engineer role offers broader early-career experience than many conventional graduate positions. The salary is £28,000 - £34,000, with the opportunity to develop across Civil Development and Structural Engineering while gaining valuable practical experience on site.

Eligibility to Apply

Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK. Sponsorship is not available.

If this role feels close but not quite perfect, please do not be put off from applying. I specialise in Civil Engineering recruitment and may also be able to help with other suitable roles that are not currently advertised.

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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