As an Engineering Apprentice at Ecotech Engineers, you will be involved in diverse projects and will help to deliver innovative design solutions across a broad range of clients, with our senior engineers supporting you along the way.
You’ll be involved with our engineers in:
Foundation design and structural assessments
Producing foundation schedules, zoning plans and CAD mark-ups
Supporting Senior CAD Technician with drafting duties
Reviewing site investigation information and technical data
Attending site visits with senior staff
Problem solving and designing simple structural engineering tasks
Supporting senior engineering team to prepare design outputs for architects, developers and housebuilders
The post will offer the successful applicant an interesting, challenging and varied workload in a fast-paced environment, as well as allowing them to develop personally and professionally, as an engineer.
Your responsibilities will grow as your knowledge develops. We will also guide you through any elements of the course that aren’t typically part of our day-to-day work.Training:
You’ll be enrolled onto a Level 6 Degree Apprenticeship which starts in September 2026, working towards a BEng (Hons), with one day per week spent at Derby University for your off-the-job learning
We will support your professional development with IStructE or ICE throughout your training
Training Outcome:
The degree will set the candidate into the engineering profession with the aim to forward them into a Masters in Structural Engineering and then support to become a chartered structural engineer
Employer Description:Ecotech Engineers Ltd is a structural engineering consultancy established in 2020 by Laura Holland. We work predominantly within the residential sector, supporting a range of national housebuilders. We are experts in the design of all construction materials above and below ground and have specialist knowledge in undertaking foundation appraisals for challenging sites, including those affected by peat, soft clays and historic mining.
We advise on the most suitable foundation solutions for future developments, taking into account site conditions, budget, programme and buildability. We support developers from pre-land purchase through to construction and pride ourselves on responding quickly to our clients' needs, providing both design and advisory services to help resolve any unexpected issues that may arise.
With our breadth of knowledge and experience in the residential sector, we are also able to apply our engineering and drafting expertise to private residential projects, assisting homeowners and prospective homeowners with extensions, renovations and structural inspections.Working Hours :Monday - Friday, 9.00am - 5.00pmSkills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative,Self-motivated,Positive attitude,Willingness to assist,Independent working,Curious, eager to learn....Read more...
