Key Takeaways
- Start your career as a Graduate Civil Engineer in Edinburgh or Motherwell.
- Earn a starting salary of £31,000 per year.
- Work on flood risk, water management, and drainage projects.
- Requires a BEng or MEng in Civil Engineering (minimum 2:1 classification).
- Applications may close early, apply as soon as possible.
About the Role
Amey is looking for ambitious and enthusiastic Graduate Civil Engineers to join their growing teams in either Motherwell or Edinburgh. This is an exciting opportunity to begin your professional career working alongside experienced engineers on high-profile flood risk, flood resilience, river engineering, drainage and water management projects.
About the Team
The Water & Flood Management team helps communities become more resilient to flooding, climate change and environmental pressures through innovative engineering and sustainable solutions.
What you’ll be doing
As a Civil Engineering Graduate within the Water and Flood Management team, you will work alongside the team to:
- Support the feasibility, design and delivery of flood risk and water management projects.
- Assist with engineering calculations, technical assessments and design development.
- Prepare engineering drawings and documentation using industry-standard software.
- Contribute to hydrological, hydraulic modelling, flood risk assessments and drainage studies.
- Undertake site visits, inspections and surveys.
- Assist in preparing technical reports, feasibility studies, business cases and client presentations.
- Work closely with multidisciplinary teams, contractors and stakeholders.
- Develop an understanding of relevant design standards, CDM requirements and industry best practice.
- Support project delivery whilst building your path towards professional chartership.
Why join Amey?
- Learning & Development: Kick-start your career with a structured Pathway, dedicated mentoring and tailored development opportunities.
- Career Growth: Unlock your potential through a wide range of technical, professional and personal development training.
- Holiday Allowance: Enjoy 24 days' annual leave plus bank holidays, with the flexibility to buy additional leave.
- Pension: Plan for your future with our generous pension scheme, including contributions from Amey.
- Flexible Working: We offer hybrid and flexible working options.
- Flexible Benefits: Tailor your benefits package to what matters most to you.
- Discounts: Save on everyday spending with access to hundreds of discounts.
- Making a Difference: Take up to two Community Involvement Days each year to support a charity or cause you're passionate about.
- Inclusive Networks: Join our Affinity Networks.
What we’re looking for
We're looking for enthusiastic individuals with a willingness to learn, a positive attitude and a genuine interest in building a career in engineering and infrastructure. You'll enjoy working with others, communicating your ideas and taking on new challenges while learning from experienced professionals.
If you're curious, motivated and keen to learn, we'd love to hear from you.
Requirements:
- BEng or MEng in Civil Engineering (minimum 2:1 classification)
- Full UK Driving License
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- A collaborative approach and desire to learn from experienced professionals.
- Enthusiasm for water, environmental and flood risk engineering.
Application Guidance and Diversity & Inclusion
Amey welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates. As a disability confident leader, we guarantee applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role.
Please contact our recruitment team at peopleservices@amey.co.uk to discuss any access needs, reasonable adjustments or additional support.
Apply today
We may close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications. Please apply as soon as possible