Trainee Assistant Engineer

Summary

Are you ready to kick-start your career in housebuilding and civil engineering?

Join Taylor Wimpey’s Trainee Assistant Engineer Scheme – a hands-on development programme designed to build your skills, boost your confidence, and put you on the path to becoming a fully qualified Civil Engineer.

You’ll work closely with experienced professionals, supporting the delivery of technical and infrastructure solutions that bring our communities to life. With structured training, real responsibility, and plenty of support along the way, this is your chance to build something meaningful – starting with your future.

About Taylor Wimpey

Taylor Wimpey is one of the UK’s largest and most respected housebuilders. We’re committed to building high-quality homes and vibrant communities across the country. From inclusive working practices to award-winning training, we’re proud to invest in our people and our future.

About the Trainee Scheme

• Duration: 2 to 4 years (based on your experience level)
• Dedicated training at our specialist Training Hub in Solihull
• Business Masterclasses and insight days in other departments
• Quarterly reviews to support your development and progression
• Structured development plan with clear milestones for salary increases

Ideal for Graduates in Civil Engineering or Construction-related fields, this scheme is the perfect first step into the world of housebuilding and infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities

You’ll gain experience across a range of engineering and development areas:

Health, Safety & Environment

• Identify and help mitigate risks in design
• Support safe and sustainable development practices
• Assist with CDM/EMS processes

Planning & Community Engagement

• Help with submissions to water, highway and planning authorities
• Support community-focused planning and infrastructure
• Coordinate with external consultants and manage design documentation

Pre-Development & Technical Design

• Assist in interpreting surveys and technical reports
• Support the preparation of working drawings for tenders and approvals
• Help secure statutory approvals and manage consultant teams

On-Site & Development Support

• Visit sites and help resolve design or engineering issues
• Prepare and maintain documentation for adoption, tracking, and NHBC requirements
• Collaborate with the production team to maintain engineering quality

Job requirements

• 2:2 degree in Civil Engineering
• Driving licence and access to a car
• Willingness to travel between sites
• You must have a Full Right to Work in the UK and not be in any Full time education

Benefits:

• Annual Bonus Scheme
• Full Benefits Package including private medical cover, retail discounts and much more!
• 26 Days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays

Click here to read more and apply: https://link.sanctuarygraduates.co.uk/e3DB