Graduate engineering role supporting the design and delivery of rail and civil infrastructure projects. Responsibilities include assisting with engineering designs, technical reports, site visits, surveys, and structural solutions while gaining experience across the full design lifecycle through a structured graduate development programme.What You’ll ReceiveCompetitive annual salary25 days’ holiday plus bank holidays (increasing with service)Company pension schemeLife assuranceMedicash Health Cash Plan and employee benefits platformStructured development programmeSupport towards professional accreditation (ICE / IStructE or similar)Ongoing training and development opportunitiesInclusive, supportive, and collaborative working environmentVolunteering days and employee engagement initiativesAbout the RoleWe are offering an exciting opportunity for a Post-Graduate Design Engineer to join our growing Civils & Structures design team in York.This role is ideal for a recent graduate looking to begin their career in engineering design within the rail and civils infrastructure sector. You will work under the guidance of experienced design engineers, contributing to the development of technical solutions across a wide range of civil and structural projects.You’ll gain exposure across the full design lifecycle from feasibility and early-stage concept design through to detailed design, while developing your technical capability in a supportive environment.About the Team / Business UnitAs part of a growing in-house design capability, our Civils & Structures team delivers engineering solutions across major infrastructure and rail projects.Typical project work includes:Bridge reconstruction, refurbishment, and strengtheningStation infrastructure and platform upgradesStructural works including bridges, footbridges, and associated assets You’ll join a collaborative team committed to delivering safe, efficient, and innovative engineering solutions.Key ResponsibilitiesAssist in the development of engineering designs under supervisionInput into technical solutions that meet programme, budget, and quality requirementsSupport production of calculations, reports, and design outputs to industry standardsContribute to the design process from concept through to detailed designAssist with site visits, surveys, and data collection activitiesCommunicate effectively with internal teams and stakeholdersDevelop awareness of industry standards, codes of practice, and regulationsApply Safe by Design and CDM principles in all aspects of workAbout YouDegree-qualified in Civil Engineering (or related discipline)Working towards membership of a relevant professional body (e.g., ICE, IStructE)Strong analytical and problem-solving skillsGood communication and teamwork abilitiesWillingness to learn and develop within a structured graduate programmeInterest in rail, infrastructure, and structural engineering projectsWhy Join Us?Structured career pathway with clear progressionMentorship from experienced engineersHands-on project involvement from day oneSupport toward professional accreditationOpportunity to contribute to impactful infrastructure projects The CompanyWhy AmcoGiffen?You will be joining a reputable and firmly established, engineering contractor operating nationally in rail, civils and engineering markets. AmcoGiffen are renowned in the market as a specialist civil, building, mechanical and electrical renewals and maintenance business with ongoing and successful projects and frameworks across the country, you will become part of our expert outfit.
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