At a Glance
- Tasks: Join a dynamic team to tackle exciting geotechnical projects and develop practical engineering solutions.
- Company: Innovative company known for its expertise in civil engineering and collaborative culture.
- Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary, bonus, private health cover, and flexible working options.
- Other info: Great opportunities for career growth and professional chartership.
- Why this job: Kickstart your career with hands-on experience and dedicated mentoring in a supportive environment.
- Qualifications: BEng or MEng in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering; AutoCAD knowledge preferred.
The predicted salary is between 25000 - 30000 £ per year.
Certain Advantage is hiring a Graduate Design Engineer to join a highly successful, growing business supplying advanced materials and engineering solutions into civil engineering and construction markets. This is a permanent role based at modern, purpose-built facilities in the Hinckley & Bosworth area.
Are you a Civil or Geotechnical Engineering graduate looking to step into a role where you can put your degree into practice, in a successful and growing business which will invest in your development? If you want a supportive environment where you'll receive dedicated mentoring, hands-on design experience, and potential to progress, this is a great place to start your career.
The Company
We are working with a well-established, dynamic business that manufactures and supplies geosynthetic solutions for civil engineering projects across the UK. Offering a vibrant, collaborative culture, they have built a strong reputation for technical expertise and high-quality service.
The Role
Working directly within the engineering department under the guidance of Senior and Principal Engineers, you will work on a wide variety of civil and geotechnical projects. You will receive structured training, learning how to take complex engineering challenges and turn them into practical, real-world solutions. Responsibilities include:
- Producing geotechnical design calculations, drawings, and technical documentation using AutoCAD.
- Reading technical drawings to interpret client and site requirements.
- Learning to use and update the internal CRM system (A-Cloud) to track project progress.
- Communicating directly with consultant engineers, architects, and civil contractors to discuss designs and recommend technical solutions.
- Building your technical capabilities with structured support as you work towards full professional chartership.
The Individual
We are looking for enthusiastic grads who are eager to learn and keen to build a long-term career in geotechnical engineering. You should have:
- A BEng or MEng in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, or a related field.
- Solid foundational knowledge of AutoCAD.
- Strong organizational skills and the motivation to manage your own workload within a team setting.
- Clear communication skills for speaking with clients and external engineers.
- 1-2 years of placement or post-grad engineering experience is beneficial, but not essential.
You must have, or be able to obtain, the right to work in the UK. We are not currently a licensed visa sponsor.
The Benefits
- Ongoing technical training and career development opportunities.
- Annual 10% company bonus.
- Private Health Cover (BUPA).
- Flexible working options (7.5-hour day, finishing early on Fridays).
- 25 days holiday.
Graduate Geotechnical Engineer in London employer: Certain Advantage
As a leading Defence Organisation located in Stevenage, Hertfordshire, we pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative and innovative work culture that empowers our employees to excel. With a focus on employee growth, we offer long-term contract opportunities and competitive rates, alongside a unique 4-day working week that promotes work-life balance. Join us to be part of a team that is at the forefront of technology, delivering exceptional software solutions in a dynamic and supportive environment.
