Key Takeaways
- Join Stantec's 2026 Graduate Programme as a Bridge Engineer in Reading.
- Develop expertise in bridge engineering, working on diverse projects from concept to asset management.
- Requires a Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering.
- Offers a competitive salary and benefits package, with support for professional chartership.
- Applications are ongoing and may close once sufficient applicants are received.
About the Role
We are looking for a Graduate Bridge Engineer to be based in Reading, joining our 2026 Graduate Programme.
As a Stantec graduate, you will collaborate with your team and wider cohort, developing your bridge engineering expertise within an exciting and creative interdisciplinary environment.
This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic and accomplished team of engineers specialising in bridges and civil structures. As part of a wider UK network, we offer exposure to a diverse range of projects, from initial conceptualisation to long-term asset management. You will contribute to the design, maintenance, and inspection of bridges, employing advanced analysis software and technical expertise.
Working closely with experienced mentors, you'll be involved in all stages of project delivery, from site visits to technical report writing. Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, you will have the chance to work on innovative bridge designs while developing a strong foundation in structural engineering.
You will join a supportive and successful team with exciting career opportunities, gain great client exposure and professional development and work in an innovative and collaborative environment.
About You
At Stantec, we value your potential over past experience. Along with a minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering, we’d love to receive your application if you are:-
- An Adapter - You're able to remain calm in new and changing situations, comfortably switching between a variety of dynamic and exciting tasks.
- A Perseverer - You stay composed in the face of setbacks, approaching challenges with confidence and determination.
- A Collaborator - You work effectively with lots of different people, considering others’ perspectives to shape better outcomes.
- A Problem-Solver - You love to give your thoughts based on what you see, being unafraid to challenge conventional thinking.
Please note, we ask our graduates to come into the office 4 days per week, to ensure that you receive sufficient time with your team and receive 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 gain professional chartership
- 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.
About Stantec
The Stantec community unites more than 34,000 employees working in over 450 locations across 6 continents. We plan, design, deliver and manage the development and infrastructure needed to support the creation of sustainable, healthy and prosperous communities.
Our teams provide effective and relevant solutions, translating our clients’ vision into valued consents, deliverable plans for projects and programmes, and efficient designs for delivery, based on technical excellence and deep market insights. We deal with today’s challenges, but also keep a fairer, better tomorrow in sight, looking at how we deliver clean growth, support radical changes in our economy and meet the needs of future communities.