Structural Engineering Apprentice

The Team
Location: Birmingham

Apprenticeship: Civil Engineering Senior Technician (Level 4)

Training Provider: Coventry University

Cundall’s engineering teams pride ourselves on our exemplary track record of designing innovative and sustainable built environment solutions.

Our Structural teams are a source of world leading expertise; producing innovative and award-winning sustainable engineering solutions throughout the lifecycle of any building project – as well as offering a forward-thinking and collaborative approach to skill development, and professional excellence.

The Role:
This is a fantastic opportunity for an aspiring Structural Engineer to join our Birmingham office to learn what it takes to engineer first-class design solutions on some of the most prestigious built environment projects in the UK and worldwide. 

Working as a part of our established team of expert engineers and technicians, and with colleagues across our multi-disciplinary practice, you will gain a recognised qualification whilst working at the same time learning how to provide specialist consultancy input on projects across a wide range of sectors including education, residential, critical systems (data centres), retail, workplace, sculpture and rollercoasters.

As you develop your technical engineering skills with us on real-life projects, you will also be granted day-release to study for the appropriate academic qualifications at Coventry University.

Cundall can also offer you support towards achieving chartership status with the IStructE, and in the long-term the opportunity for a truly rewarding and exciting career. 

The Skills:
To be considered for the role you will be required to have either of the following:

maths & English at grade C/4 at GCSE A‑Level grades at DDD (three D grades) must include Mathematics BTEC National Extended Diploma: MMP (Merit, Merit, Pass) in Engineering/ Construction related subjects During your studies and/or work experience to date you have developed a keen interest in engineering and/or construction You have a keen interest in learning new skills and are willing to work hard to reach your goals You possess the personal qualities and organisation skills to work under pressure and to tight deadlines, are a confident communicator, looking for a career in creative, sustainable, and intuitive design

 

We know that to be the best at what we do we need a diverse workforce underpinned by an inclusive culture. Creating environments where everyone can find joy doing their best work is also great for everyone. That’s why we positively welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and identities, and encourage, support, and celebrate the diverse voices of our people.



Training Outcome:

Cundall can also offer you support towards achieving chartership status with the IStructE, and in the long-term the opportunity for a truly rewarding and exciting career. 



Employer Description:

Established in the UK in 1976, Cundall is a global, independent, multi-disciplinary consultancy delivering sustainable engineering and design solutions across the built environment. Operating from 29 locations across the globe, our dedicated teams of over 1,000 consulting engineers and designer are empowered to act with flexibility and agility in delivering sustainable engineering and design solutions tailored to suit our clients’ individual needs. We are proud to be at the centre of pioneering design on some of the most exciting projects around the world. Cundall was founded with a commitment to sustainable design. In July 2023, Cundall publicly committed to achieving net zero carbon on all its projects by 2030. The pledge recognises the critical need for practical, science-led action to transition all buildings, infrastructure, and human settlements to net zero carbon as rapidly as possible.



Working Hours :
Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm

Skills:
Communication skills,Attention to detail,Analytical skills,Team working


  • Location: Cundall 15 Colmore Row Birmingham B3 2BH
  • Type: Permanent
  • Recruiter: COVENTRY UNIVERSITY
  • Posted: 27-Jan-2026
  • Posted on: findapprenticeship.service.gov.uk