Degree Apprentice Structural Engineer- Reading (2025)

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Your role: Are you passionate about engineering and eager to shape the built environment? We are seeking a motivated and talented individual to join our team as a Level 6 Apprentice Structural Engineer, starting in summer/autumn 2025. This exciting opportunity will provide you with hands-on experience and academic qualifications to launch a successful career in structural engineering. Based in Reading, you will develop your skills in cutting-edge software like CAD and Revit 3D modelling, while gaining a deep understanding of structural engineering principles. You will work alongside experienced engineers on a diverse range of projects, collaborating with architects, civil engineers, and planners to deliver innovative solutions. As an apprentice, you will combine practical experience with academic study. We collaborate with various training providers on both block and day release basis. We will help select the most suitable provider for your profile enabling you to earn a prestigious BEng Civil and Infrastructure Engineering degree, equipping you with the knowledge and skills to excel in the industry.

About you: For our apprenticeships, no previous experience is required. If you are self-motivated, proactive, and eager to learn, then this could be for you.

Qualifications: For our Level 6 apprenticeship you will need either:

• 3 A Levels Grade BBC or above to include Maths.
• A BTEC Extended Diploma in Engineering – DMM to include Further Engineering Mathematics.

We also look for:

• A Striver: Exhibiting ownership, consistently delivering on tasks and objectives. You’ll be motivated and proactive in your tasks, having the desire to make a real difference.
• A Collaborator: You’ll love to work effectively with lots of different people at different levels, all inputting their part towards a shared goal.
• A Planner: Organising and managing your own activities, dealing effectively with multiple priorities with a structured approach.
• An Adapter: Able to remain calm in new situations, comfortably switching between a variety of dynamic and exciting tasks.
• A Multi-Tasker: Thinking about more than one task at a time, while still having an eye for detail.
• A Problem-Solver: You’ll love to give your thoughts based on what you see, being unafraid to challenge conventional thinking.

Please note, we ask our apprentices to come into the office 4 days per week, to ensure that colleagues are able to provide the appropriate level of support.

What we can offer you:

• A competitive salary
• Private medical insurance
• A range of benefits, including holiday buy and sell, group income protection and life assurance
• Permanent employment contract to demonstrate our commitment to your long-term career at Stantec
• Professional progression plan, supporting you to become a chartered professional.
• A supportive and collaborative team environment and Early Careers peer group and wider ERG network.

Applicants must have an unconditional right to live and work in the UK for an indefinite period without limitation. We look forward to receiving your application!