Assistant Engineer

Join Our Team as an Assistant Engineer!

Are you ready to make a difference? We’re on the lookout for a passionate Assistant Engineer to join our dynamic team in Exeter, Ipswich, or Salford. With the flexibility of remote working and occasional office visits, this role offers the perfect blend of collaboration and independence.

Location

Exeter, Ipswich, or Salford – Remote working available, with occasional travel to the office required.

Hours

40 hours per week – we offer some flexibility on hours, just let us know what works for you!

Please note: We are unable to offer certificates of sponsorship for this role.

Your Responsibilities

As an Assistant Engineer, you will be an integral part of our Design Team, helping to deliver reliable and compliant drainage and water design solutions. You’ll work on exciting projects that truly impact communities, all while enhancing your technical skills in a supportive environment. Your day-to-day tasks will include:

• Producing engineering calculations, drawings, and design documentation for drainage and water projects.
• Assisting with hydraulic and hydrological models, and preparing reports and specifications.
• Supporting site visits, surveys, and investigations to inform design work.
• Conducting research and desk studies to ensure designs meet required standards and regulations.
• Identifying and flagging any risks or issues within your tasks to support timely resolution.

What We’re Looking For

This role is perfect for you if:

• You have experience producing engineering calculations, drawings, reports, and models in drainage and water design.
• You understand relevant design standards, regulations, and quality assurance processes.
• You’re comfortable undertaking site visits, surveys, and desk-based research.
• You possess strong attention to detail and can communicate effectively within multi-disciplinary teams.
• You hold a full driving licence and are willing to travel as required.

Rewards and Benefits

We’re proud to offer a wide variety of benefits that you can tailor to your needs. Join us and enjoy:

• Competitive salary and performance-related bonuses.
• Flexible working arrangements to support your work-life balance.
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth.
• A supportive and inclusive work environment.

Diversity and Inclusion

At Kier, we prioritize creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We’re committed to continuous improvement and value the contributions of all our employees in shaping our diversity and inclusion initiatives. As a Disability Confident employer, we ensure that a fair number of disabled applicants meeting the minimum criteria for this role will be offered an interview.

We can’t wait to see your application and welcome you to our team! #joinkier