Civil Engineering Technician in Newtownabbey

Shape the future. Make a difference. At AtkinsRéalis, we're not just designing infrastructure; we're engineering a better future. As part of our Networks & Drainage Solutions team, you'll help deliver sustainable, resilient, and innovative civil engineering solutions that support communities and protect the environment. Due to continued framework successes, we're looking for a Civil Engineering Technician who is passionate about water, drainage, and infrastructure to join our Water and Wastewater team in Belfast.

Our collaborative and multi-disciplinary team is one of the largest in the UK, providing water and wastewater infrastructure services alongside water mains design, drainage design, SuDS and surface water management. Our wide variety of clients span across the UK and internationally and include water companies, local authorities, highways authorities, Network Rail and developers.

Your role

• Create and manage accurate 2D drawings and 3D models for civil infrastructure (roads, drainage, utilities) using AutoCAD & Civil 3D.
• Conduct hydraulic and SuDS design using Causeway Flow and MicroDrainage.
• Collaborate across the team for design integration and quality control.
• Assist with design review, production detailing, and fabrication drawings.
• Mentor junior technicians, providing technical oversight and guidance.
• Adhere to design standards.

About you

• Excellent interpersonal, verbal and communication skills.
• Flexible approach with ability to be able to multi-task and prioritise when necessary.
• Enthusiastic, hardworking, a positive outlook and approachable manner.
• Well-motivated, willing to take responsibility and able to work as part of a team or alone when required.

Rewards & benefits

Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive at every stage of your life and your career. Enjoy competitive salaries, employee rewards and a brilliant range of benefits you can tailor to suit your own health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle choices. Make the most of a myriad of opportunities for training and professional development to grow your skills and expertise. And combine our hybrid working culture and flexible holiday allowances to balance a great job and fulfilling personal life. Be rewarded.

About AtkinsRéalis

We're AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.

Additional information

This role may require security clearance and offers of employment will be dependent on obtaining the relevant level of clearance. If this is necessary, it will be discussed with you at interview. The vetting process is delivered by United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) and may require candidates to provide proof of residency in the UK of 5 years or longer. If applying to this role please do not make reference to (in conversation) or include in your application or CV, details of any current or previously held security clearance.

We are committed to creating a culture where everyone feels that they belong - a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop to be the best we can be. So, we offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and employee resource groups to support all employees. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and ability.