Apprentice Civil/Structural Design Engineer

We are looking for an enthusiastic, motivated and organised individual who can manage the balance between work and study. A successful candidate must show initiative, integrity and be driven to take ownership of their studies and their future career progression.

The successful candidate initially begins in a Technician role, set within a project team to support Engineers.

Initial duties include:

Preparing drawings and 3D developed models Providing a support role within a design team Carrying out technical based tasks, design and communicating with the wider construction team Assisting with surveys and site inspections and associated reports and schedules

The experienced gained through a technician role greatly contributes to your problem-solving ability and an understanding of how structures are built/connected together, an important part of engineering. As you develop you will be encouraged to take more responsibility for your drawings and develop into a more senior technician role.

Future duties will include:

Building ‘Information Models’, 3D modelling Hand and computer modelled calculations Informed design work, live problem solving and reporting Checking calculations and third parties contributing information

Training:
The successful candidate will attend the University of Brighton one day a week to study a BEng in Civil Engineering Degree You will also receive mentoring in-house via supervision and internal CPD Successful completion of your degree apprenticeship is dependent on your completion of the End Point Assessment, at which point you will be eligible to reach a professionally recognised, Incorporated Engineer status, with the Institute of Civil Engineers

Training Outcome:
Upon successful completion of your apprenticeship, there will be plenty of opportunities for you to progress into a graduate engineer role, and eventually to a more senior role in the business We will support you to become either a Chartered Civil Engineer or a Chartered Structural Engineer, or Senior BIM modeller, depending on where your career path takes you

Employer Description:
The Partnership was established in 1985 by two Civil & Structural Engineers, and has since grown to an over 50 strong, national consulting engineering practice offering expertise in the fields of structural, environmental, civil and marine engineering. We are people focused and driven; training and mentorship is core to our culture. HOP's Engineering degree programme has been established since the 1990's and we continue to support apprentices to realise their potential as an Engineer.

Working Hours :
Monday - Friday typically 8/8.30am - 5/5.30pm with an hour for lunch. One day a week is spent 'Training' which during the academic calendar will be spent attending University.

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Collaborative,Active learner,Numerate analytical skills