Engineering
Degree Apprentice Civil Engineer - Water - Newcastle (2027)
Stantec
Location
Newcastle Upon Tyne
Salary
Competitive
Duration
4 years
Hours per week
37.5h
Level
Level 6 – Degree
Degree awarded
Level 6
Start date
1 January 2027
Vacancy reference
9493
Minimum grades
Minimum 112 UCAS points. A Level: BBC with Mathematics grade B or above and one other analytical science subject at grade B or above. GCSE: 5 GCSEs with grade 5-6 (B) or above in Mathematics and English Language (or Functional Skills Level 2 equivalents).
Disability Confident
✓ Yes
About the role
You'll join our Water team and be part of a UK-wide discipline of around 335 civil and structural engineers. You'll learn from experienced colleagues while developing the skills and confidence to build your career in civil engineering. Locally, you'll be part of a supportive Newcastle team of around 30 colleagues. The Newcastle team mainly supports Northumbrian Water, one of our key clients, giving you the chance to learn how civil engineering contributes to essential water infrastructure. You'll also gain exposure to work delivered through the Living Water Enterprise, including the Strategic Technical Partnership and the Esh Stantec joint venture.
Requirements
Adaptable, resilient, collaborative and curious. Stay calm when things change, keep going when challenges come up, enjoy working with others, value different perspectives and like sharing ideas, asking questions and finding better ways to solve problems. Unconditional right to live and work in the UK for an indefinite period without limitation.
Working week
Four days per week in office, one day per week at university (day release)
Skills
AutoCADCivil 3DEngineering calculationsTechnical drawingProject supportClient communication
Required qualifications
Essential
GCSE · Mathematics · Grade 5-6
Essential
GCSE · English Language · Grade 5-6
Essential
A Level · Mathematics · Grade B
Essential
A Level · Analytical Science · Grade B
Essential
UCAS Points · Any · Grade 112
Training & development
Level 6 BEng Civil Engineering degree obtained in conjunction with Training Provider(s) including University of Northumbria at Newcastle (day release). Four days per week working from the office alongside colleagues.
Future prospects
Earn while you learn. Tuition and qualification fees are covered. Permanent employment contract. Professional progression plan supporting chartership with a relevant professional body.
Company benefits
Competitive salary. Holiday buy and sell. Private medical insurance. Group income protection. Life assurance. Permanent employment contract. Professional progression plan supporting chartership.
About Stantec
The Stantec community unites more than 34,000 employees working in over 450 locations across 6 continents. We have been working with our clients and communities in the UK for over 150 years. We plan, design, deliver and manage the development and infrastructure needed to support the creation of sustainable, healthy and prosperous communities.
If this one works out
This role is in Newcastle upon Tyne. If you'd be moving for it, a room in a shared house there typically runs £450–£650 a month.