Civil Engineering Degree Apprentice

The role includes:

Engineering design support and CAD production Preparation of technical drawings and design deliverables Participation in structural inspections and investigations Extraction and collection of samples for laboratory analysis Management and organisation of company equipment stores

You will have the opportunity to work on high profile projects like:

Forth and Tay Road Bridges. HMS Belfast Battersea Power Station Kew Gardens Temperate House Numerous Highways and Infrastructure Projects

Key Responsibilities:

Engineering & Design Support:

Assist engineers in preparing technical drawings using CAD software Support the production of design packages and formal deliverables Maintain drawing registers and document revision control Develop understanding of structural repair and protection systems Support preparation of sketches, mark-ups and technical documentation under supervision

Site Inspection & Investigation:

Assist with inspection of civil and structural assets across the UK Support non-destructive testing of reinforced concrete and steel structures Extract and collect samples from structures for laboratory analysis Maintain clear, accurate and methodical site notes Compile photographic and technical records for reporting purposes Work outdoors in varying weather conditions Climb ladders and access elevated or confined areas as required Travel frequently throughout the UK, including occasional overnight stays

Equipment & Stores Management:

Organise and maintain company equipment stores Ensure all equipment is cleaned following use Ensure equipment is functional, safe and ready for deployment Maintain equipment logs and inspection/calibration records where required Manage consumables and maintain orderly storage systems

Training:

Training will be delivered through a combination of on-the-job learning and day-release study at the University of Hertfordshire. The apprentice will typically attend university on a weekly basis during term time, with the remainder of the week spent gaining practical experience in the workplace.

Teaching will take place at the University of Hertfordshire campuses in Hatfield, Hertfordshire. The apprentice will also receive structured mentoring, specialist technical training and support from experienced engineers at Corrosion Engineering Solutions Ltd.

Start date: One intake per year, with the next cohort planned for September 2026.

Delivery: Learning is delivered through a blend of day release and block release.

Training Outcome:

On successful completion, the apprentice can progress into a full-time engineering role within the business, with increased responsibility in design, inspection and project delivery. 

The apprenticeship provides a structured pathway towards professional registration, such as Incorporated Engineer (IEng), with further progression towards Chartered Engineer (CEng) status.

This role offers specialist training in Cathodic Protection to BS EN ISO 15257:2017, Level 3.

Employer Description:

Corrosion Engineering Solutions Ltd is a specialist UK consultancy based in Tring, Hertfordshire, providing corrosion engineering, inspection, investigation and design services to the construction and infrastructure sectors.

We are experts in the design and implementation of Cathodic Protection systems for Historic Buildings, Concrete Structures, Ports and Harbours and Buried Infrastructure.

We assess, design and deliver solutions for the protection and repair of reinforced concrete and steel structures. Our work combines technical design, structural inspection, materials science and practical site engineering. We operate nationally and work on complex infrastructure and structural assets.

Working Hours :
Monday to Friday, 8 hours per day, between the hours of 08.00 to 18:00. Regular UK travel and occasional overnight stays required.

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Problem solving skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative,Organised and methodical,Physically capable,Willingness to learn,Practical aptitude,Willingness to travel