Civil Design Engineer

Join Our Growing Civil/Infrastructure Design Engineering Team in Southampton!

Position: Assistant Civil Engineer
Location: Southampton

We're looking for a dynamic, detail-driven Assistant Civil Engineer to be part of our expanding Civil/Infrastructure Engineering team. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in shaping high-quality, sustainable developments across the UK.
You'll work across a diverse range of projects and sectors, contributing to practical and innovative design solutions that make a real difference.

Why You'll Love This Role

Be part of a fast-growing, collaborative team that values your input.
Work on a wide variety of land development and civil engineering design projects
Develop your skills with hands-on experience and professional growth opportunities.
See the real-world impact of your contributions on communities and infrastructure.

What We're Looking For

We want someone who is proactive, detail-oriented, and enthusiastic about civil infrastructure design. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys supporting engineers with:

Preparing technical drawings and CAD plans.
Inputting on basic design elements across drainage and roads for land development projects
Collaborating closely with a talented engineering team to deliver efficient, high-quality solutions.

Your Skills & Experience

BTEC/HNC in Civil Engineering or related discipline.
2+ years' relevant experience in a consultancy or private sector setting.
Solid experience with AutoCAD (or similar).
Familiar with UK design standards (e.g. Manual for Streets, DMRB, local authority guidance).
Exposure to Section 38/278 highway drawings for planning, tender, and construction.
Familiarity with 3D design tools (e.g. Site3D, Civil 3D) is a bonus - training available.
Capable of managing your own workload and taking responsibility for less complex tasks.
Eager to learn, grow, and take on increasing responsibilities as part of a supportive team.

What You'll Be Doing

Producing high-quality 2D CAD drawings and contributing to design outputs.
Supporting engineers on development infrastructure and lighting projects.
Drafting and revising plans in accordance with best practice and client specifications.
Taking a supporting role in both minor and major projects, contributing creatively and professionally.

Interested?

If you're ready to grow your career in a team that supports, challenges, and celebrates success - we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now or
Contact Will Herman on (phone number removed) for a quick, informal chat.

Aldwych Consulting values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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