Assistant Engineer

We're looking for an Assistant Engineer or Senior Civil Engineering Technician to join our growing Civils and Infrastructure team.

This is a fantastic opportunity to work on a diverse range of civil engineering and infrastructure projects, including highways, drainage and development schemes, while being part of a supportive, collaborative team that values professional development and career progression.

What you can expect:
✔ Varied and interesting projects
✔ Clear career progression and professional development
✔ Hybrid and flexible working
✔ Paid overtime
✔ Competitive salary and benefits
✔ A friendly, family-owned consultancy with over 45 years of engineering excellence

At Wilde, you'll have the opportunity to make a real impact while developing your skills alongside experienced engineers and technicians.

Key responsibilities

* Producing accurate and coordinated technical drawings and civil engineering design information using AutoCAD.

* Assisting with the design and delivery of highway drainage, earthworks and general civil infrastructure schemes.

* Supporting engineers in the preparation of calculations, technical reports, specifications and design documentation.

* Assisting in the development and refinement of infrastructure designs from concept through to detailed design.

* Preparing and reviewing drawings and documentation to ensure compliance with client requirements, statutory authority standards and adoptable standards (including Section 278/38, S104 and S106 agreements where applicable).

* Maintaining drawing standards, CAD consistency and quality control across project deliverables.

* Liaising with engineers, technicians, clients and external stakeholders to ensure coordinated design information.

* Assisting with site visits, surveys and inspections where required.

* Supporting project delivery by helping to manage design programmes and responding to technical queries during design and construction.

* Contributing to continuous improvement within the team by sharing knowledge and promoting best practice.

Qualifications and experience

* HNC/HND or Degree in Civil Engineering (or equivalent experience).

* Proficient in AutoCAD (essential).

* Experience using Civil 3D would be advantageous but is not essential.

* Strong practical industry experience may be accepted in place of formal qualifications.

* Broad understanding of UK civil engineering standards and design practices, including highways and drainage guidance, is desirable.

* Good communication skills with the ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.

* A proactive approach with a willingness to learn and develop professionally.

What we offer

* Varied and interesting project work.

* Opportunity to join a rapidly expanding consultancy.

* Excellent career progression and professional development.

* The opportunity to contribute to resilient and sustainable infrastructure projects across the UK.

* Paid overtime.

* Competitive salary.

* 25 days annual leave.

* Cycle to Work scheme.

* Organised social events