Degree Apprentice Civil Engineer - Water - Edinburgh (2026)

Apprenticeships; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering company in Edinburgh is seeking a Degree Apprentice Civil Engineer to join their team. The successful candidate will engage in hands-on Civil Engineering design, produce technical drawings, and assist Senior Engineers across various projects focused on sustainability and innovation. Applicants must meet specific educational requirements including A levels with Mathematics and other analytical subjects.

Qualifications

• 112 UCAS tariff points minimum required.
• At least 5 GCSEs at grade 5 or 6 in Mathematics and English Language.
• Experience or interest in Civil Engineering.

Responsibilities

• Produce technical drawings and models for infrastructure projects.
• Assist Senior Engineers in project lifecycle.
• Contribute to innovative and sustainable engineering solutions.

Skills

Mathematics

Analytical skills

Education

A level: BBC including Mathematics at grade B

BTEC (Level 3) Extended Diploma: DMM

Scottish Highers: 4 SQA Higher

International Baccalaureate: 32 points

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

GIS

Job description

Degree Apprentice Civil Engineer - Water - Edinburgh (2026)

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Job Overview

We have an opportunity for a Degree Apprentice (Level 6) Civil Engineer to join our Apprentice Programme in our Civil Engineering team based in Edinburgh.

Join Stantec's award‑winning Water division and kick‑start your career where innovation meets world‑class infrastructure. We’re not just moving water; we’re designing critical, sustainable solutions for climate resilience, net zero targets, and ensuring millions of people have access to clean, safe water.

Dive into the hands‑on world of Civil Engineering design. You’ll be producing detailed drawings and technical models for crucial infrastructure projects, including state‑of‑the‑art clean and wastewater treatment works, high‑capacity pumping stations, and resilient pipeline networks.

You’ll be trained to master powerful industry software such as Computer Aided Design (CAD), especially AutoCAD Civil 3D, and GIS (Geographic Information Systems) to accurately map, model, and visualise solutions.

Contribute to innovative and sustainable solutions—from concept to delivery—that reduce our environmental impact and future‑proof our water supplies. This could involve pioneering flood risk reduction schemes or assisting with Nature‑based Solutions.

You’ll assist Senior Engineers across the entire project lifecycle, working closely with multidisciplinary experts, including Mechanical and Electrical Engineers, to ensure that we are always delivering the most innovative and efficient solution for our clients.

For Our Level 6 Apprenticeship You Will Need Either

• UCAS tariff points: 112 points minimum.
• A level: BBC, including Mathematics at grade B or above and one other analytical subject (also grade B or above). Analytical subjects can include physics, biology/human biology, chemistry, computer science, further mathematics and design and technology (excludes general studies).
• BTEC (Level 3) Extended Diploma: DMM - must include a Merit or above in Mathematics and Further Mathematics in Construction Units. Accepted courses: Civil Engineering, Aerospace, Construction and the Built Environment and Mechanical Engineering.
• Scottish Highers: 4 SQA Higher - A, B, B, B (to include Mathematics).
• Irish Leaving Certificate: (Highers) H3, H3, H3, H3, H3, H4 (at least H3 for Mathematics and one other Analytical Science).
• International Baccalaureate: 32 points/655. HL5 in Mathematics (Analysis and Approaches) and HL5 in another Science subject, including Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Design Technology, Physics, Environmental Systems and Societies.

Other Equivalent Qualifications May Be Considered

• GCSEs: At least 5 GCSEs with a grade of 5 or 6 (B) or above in Mathematics and English Language. Functional Skills Level 2 in English and Maths are also accepted.

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