At a Glance
- Tasks: Assist in civil engineering designs and produce technical drawings using CAD software.
- Company: Growing consultancy with a supportive and collaborative culture.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible working, bonuses, and professional development support.
- Other info: Great long-term career progression and company social events.
- Why this job: Kickstart your civil engineering career with hands-on experience and mentorship.
- Qualifications: Degree in Civil Engineering or related field; CAD experience preferred.
The predicted salary is between 35000 - 35000 £ per year.
- Swindon | £27,000-£35,000 per annum DOE + Excellent Benefits | Full-Time | Permanent
- Introduction
- Acorn by Synergie is recruiting on behalf of a growing consultancy for a
- Civil Design Technician
Are you looking to develop your career in civil engineering design? This is an excellent opportunity to work on a diverse range of residential, commercial and mixed-use development projects, while receiving ongoing training and mentorship from experienced engineers.
This role would suit a graduate or early-career civil engineering professional looking to build technical expertise within a supportive and collaborative environment.
You'll gain hands-on experience across infrastructure design projects, working alongside engineers and project teams to help deliver practical solutions for development schemes.
What We Offer
- £27,000-£35,000 per annum, depending on experience.
- Flexible working arrangements.
- Company bonus scheme.
- Pension contribution.
- Salary sacrifice benefits.
- Professional membership support.
- Structured training and development programmes.
- Ongoing CPD opportunities.
- Support towards professional qualifications and Chartered status.
- Company social events.
- Long-service rewards.
- Free on-site parking.
- Excellent long-term career progression.
- Key Duties
- Assist with the preparation of detailed infrastructure and civil engineering designs.
- Produce technical drawings and design information using CAD software.
- Support the delivery of highways, drainage and development infrastructure projects.
- Work with engineers, clients and external stakeholders to support project delivery.
- Attend project meetings and site visits to develop technical understanding and industry knowledge.
- Assist with the preparation of technical reports and supporting project documentation.
Requirements
- Degree qualified in Civil Engineering or a related discipline.
- Previous exposure to civil engineering or infrastructure projects through employment, placements or internships.
- Experience using Auto CAD 2D, with 3D advantageous but not essential.
- Strong numerical, analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
- Ability to manage your own workload and prioritise tasks effectively.
- Enthusiastic approach to learning and professional development.
- Knowledge of highway and drainage design principles.
- Experience using Civil 3D, Site 3D, PDS, Info Drainage or similar software.
- Understanding of UK infrastructure design standards and guidance, i. e. Manual for Streets and Sewers for Adoption.
- Previous consultancy or development-sector experience. Full UK driving licence.
Interested?
This is an excellent opportunity for a
Civil Design Technician or Civil Engineering Design Technician seeking a long-term career within a growing consultancy that offers structured training, professional development and genuine progression opportunities.
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Acorn by Synergie is an exceptional employer that fosters a dynamic and supportive work culture in Newport, offering a range of benefits including a minimum of 33 days' holiday, birthday off, and a unique 'You Day'. With a strong focus on employee development, you will have access to training and career progression opportunities while enjoying the autonomy to manage your own client portfolio in a fast-paced recruitment environment. Join us to be part of a friendly team that values creativity, rewards hard work with an uncapped commission scheme, and regularly engages in staff events and competitions.
