Civil Engineering Apprentice / Water (Level 6) - Exeter (Summer 2027 start)

About Our Team:

Our Water specialists work together worldwide to find innovative solutions to the management of water. We provide technical expertise and solutions for projects in areas such as:

• Flood Risk Management
• Hydraulic Modelling and Design (Surface, Potable and Foul)
• Sustainable Drainage Systems and Water Sensitive Urban Design
• Mains Infrastructure Design (Surface, Potable and Foul)
• Non-Infrastructure Design (Pumping Stations, Storage Tanks)
• Hydrology and Water Resources

We will pair you with an experienced engineer who will guide and mentor you through your initial period working on live projects.

What you'll do:

• Undertake technical and feasibility studies to appraise the practicability of solutions in aspects such as potable water, foul water, surface water and attenuation requirements, including appropriate calculations.
• Produce designs of water infrastructure such as pump systems and pipe networks with attention to safety in design, such as creating a Designer’s Risk Assessment document.
• Produce technical engineering drawings including plans, sections and typical details.
• Undertake numerical analysis including the use of computer-based programmes to assist with the study of potable, surface and wastewater systems.
• Keep up to date with developments in regulatory legislation and guidelines that may affect design work.
• Work with other team members to undertake technical work, site work, and project management.
• Opportunities for site visits, to develop wider understanding of how designs are implemented.

Benefits:

• On the job support and learning from a senior mentor.
• Flexibility to work on a range of projects.
• Apprentice Development Programme (Apprentice ADVANCE).
• Support to achieve professional development ambitions, including Chartership with the relevant international professional institution (e.g. EngTech then IEng accreditation with ICE).
• Flexible hybrid working model.
• Access to AECOM University.
• Volunteering days.

Qualifications:

This position is ideally suited to school leavers who have/are about to completed A-Levels (or an equivalent qualification) and can demonstrate the following to enable them to enrol on the following course Civil Engineering (Degree Apprenticeship) | University of Exeter | UCAS.

All applicants must have achieved:

• Minimum of 5 GCSE's Grade 4/C or above in GCSE English Language and Mathematics (or an equivalent qualification), and:
• Three A-levels (or equivalent qualifications) at grades ABB, including:
  • Mathematics at grade B
  • One additional science subject at grade B *

Alternative qualifications considered:

• International Baccalaureate (IB): A minimum of 32 points, including HL5 in Mathematics (Analysis and Approaches) and HL5 in another science subject. Applicants with SL7 in IB Mathematics and HL5 in Physics will also be considered.
• BTEC Extended Diploma (DDM): In subjects such as Applied Science, Aeronautical Engineering, Building Services Engineering, Construction and the Built Environment, Civil Engineering, Operations and Maintenance Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Engineering, Environmental Sustainability, Manufacturing Engineering, or Mechanical Engineering.
• T Level (Distinction): In Design, Surveying and Planning for Construction; Design and Development for Engineering and Manufacturing; Engineering, Manufacturing, Processing and Control; or Maintenance, Installation and Repair for Engineering and Manufacturing.

Additional desirable attributes:

• Some work experience or shadowing in an engineering environment.
• Demonstrate an interest and a desire to pursue a career in Traffic Engineering.
• Show an aptitude towards software-based engineering and drawing e.g. Computer Aided Design (CAD) and other similar 3D software.
• Commitment to continued education and improvement.
• Creative, practical, adaptable and enthusiastic.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to think in a methodical way to design, plan and organize parts of projects.
• English language proficient, holding excellent communication skills.

Application Process:

1. Submit Your Application: Complete the job application, uploading your resume, cover letter, and academic transcripts. In your cover letter, demonstrate your passion, interest in the position, and how your skills and qualifications support your application.
2. Phone Screen: You may be invited to a phone screen with our Early Careers Recruitment team.
3. Interview: Attend a face-to-face interview at your local office.

Applicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible since CVs will be reviewed, and candidates selected on a rolling recruitment basis for an advanced offer start.

Right to Work: You must have permanent right to work in the UK as we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this position.