Apprentice Civil Design Engineer

23 hours ago

Manchester, United Kingdom Tetra Tech Full time
Looking for a rewarding career with a dynamic and innovative organisation that's Leading with Science® to solve issues worldwide?

Tetra Tech is a leading provider of consulting and engineering services with experts across multiple disciplines worldwide. We solve complex challenges, from local community projects to vast, global programmes of work.

Our sustainability pledge sets out a plan to improve the lives of 1 billion people. To make a better future, we need the future of our industry to help us lead the way.

Tetra Tech's early careers journey includes regular in-person training and events, support networks, and the satisfaction of helping to make a difference in the world. You'll work on ground-breaking projects and develop the skills for success with access to mentoring, chartership support, and more.

Want to join Tetra Tech?

Role Title: Apprentice Civil Design Engineer (Degree level)

Start Date: September 2025

Location: Manchester

Job Description:

You will work with the support of senior colleagues on flagship and regionally significant schemes across our defence, transport, infrastructure, healthcare, education, commercial, industrial and residential portfolios. You will be involved with the production of designs, specifications, technical reports and site supervision. You will be given the opportunity to work towards professional qualification with the Institution of Civil Engineers.

You will gain experience and understanding of flood risk management, sustainable drainage and highways infrastructure. You will be involved with the design of private and public highways, drainage, including producing specifications, calculations and technical reports. You will gain knowledge of flood risk assessment.

You will develop skills in the use of AutoCAD, Civil 3D and MicroDrainage.

This position will include block release to complete a fully funded professionally accredited BSc or BEng civil engineering degree at University
  • The duration of this apprenticeship is approximately 60 months
  • You will typically attend university on a block release basis
Qualification/Skills:

  • A minimum of three A levels at Grades A,A,B including Mathematics and Physical Science or equivalent or will have completed a Level 3 extended diploma as a Civil Engineering Technician.
  • A minimum of Five GCSE's at Grades 9-4/A* - C including Maths, English and Science or their equivalent
  • A keen interest in Civil Engineering
  • Have good interpersonal and communication skills
  • Team player displaying enthusiasm, flexibility and versatility.
  • MS Office skills
  • Self-Motivated
  • Desirable - Full, clean UK driving license and ideally access to a vehicle
Application Closing Date: 4th January 2025
Assessment Day held in April 2025

Everyone is welcome at Tetra Tech and free to be their authentic self without apology. As a Disability Confident Employer, we're always open to making reasonable adjustments to our application and selection process.

Tetra Tech colleagues take pride in delivering for clients, working together to ensure projects are delivered in the most effective way. This often requires colleagues to be together in person - in offices or on site - collaborating to ensure the best outcomes for both clients and colleagues. However, we also strongly advocate a hybrid approach that gives as much flexibility as possible around how, when, and where you work.

There is no 'one approach fits all' for our people - each team manages their own way of working. Your hiring manager can discuss what this looks like with you at interview.

Our people-focused culture includes a programme of mental health first aiders, wellbeing and fitness challenges, diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility groups, and a comprehensive selection of benefits that you can choose from to best suit your needs.
Learn more by visiting tetratecheurope.com/early-careers

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