Assistant Civil Engineer

• Salary: £30000 - £35000 per annum
• Type: Full Time
• Region: UK - East
• Town/City: Ipswich, Suffolk
• Posted: 16/06/2026
• Reference: BBBH4203_1781602219
  
  

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Assistant Civil Engineer - Ipswich

Salary: £30,000 - £35,000 (depending on experience)

Location: Ipswich

Are you a skilled and detail-oriented professional working in the civil engineering industry, looking to take the next step in your career with a dynamic Civil and Structural Engineering Consultancy?

This is an exciting opportunity to join an award-winning consulting engineering firm known for its collaborative approach, technical excellence, and innovative use of technology. The team delivers a diverse range of projects from creative concept schemes to complex detailed designs across residential, commercial, and mixed-use developments throughout East Anglia.

As a key member of the Civil Engineering team, you'll be at the heart of the design process, working closely with engineers to contribute to some of the region's most exciting and challenging projects.

The Role

As an Assistant Civil Engineer, you will be responsible for:

• Creating and managing detailed Civils3D models for a variety of civil engineering projects.
• Producing comprehensive technical drawings, including general arrangements, sections, and engineering plans.
• Working collaboratively with engineers, architects, and consultants to ensure a coordinated design.
• Assisting in the preparation of technical reports, calculations, specifications, and project documentation.
• Supporting the development of designs from concept through to construction.
• Mentoring and guiding junior technicians or apprentices.
  
  

What We're Looking For

• Working towards a recognised professional qualification.
• Proven experience in civil engineering design, ideally within a consultancy or construction environment.
• Strong proficiency with AutoCAD; experience with Civils3D is highly desirable.
• Understanding of Technical Approvals and Sectional Agreements is beneficial.
• Excellent attention to detail and technical accuracy.
• A proactive, team-oriented approach with strong communication skills.
  
  

Why Join?

• Career Growth: Ongoing training and support towards professional development and chartership.
• Diverse Projects: Exposure to a wide range of projects that will challenge and develop your skills.
• Collaborative Culture: A supportive, close-knit team environment where your ideas and input are valued.
• Competitive Package: £30,000-£35,000 salary (DOE) plus benefits and flexible working options.
  
  

If you're ready to develop your career in a progressive consultancy environment, please get in touch.

Michael Finch

07787 736 270

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.

For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.

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