Graduate Engineer (Development Infrastructure)

Sweco; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading design and engineering consultancy in Ipswich is seeking a Graduate Engineer for their Development Infrastructure role. The successful candidate will assist with civil engineering projects and must hold an accredited degree in Civil Engineering. This full-time position offers a two-year graduate scheme with hands-on experience and mentorship. The role promises growth and networking opportunities with guidance from industry mentors.

Benefits

25 days holiday

Great pension

Life assurance

Qualifications

• Have less than 12 months of relevant work experience (excluding placements).
• Can work in the UK without restrictions.

Responsibilities

• Support development teams by assisting with a multi-disciplinary consultancy service.
• Work on Civil Infrastructure engineering projects including designing highways and land regeneration.

Skills

Confident using Microsoft Office

Driven

Proactive

Solution-oriented

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

Join to apply for the Graduate Engineer (Development Infrastructure) role at Sweco.

Let’s transform society together. We are Sweco, Europe’s leading design, engineering, environment and regulatory consultancy. We are future planners, city shapers, urban innovators, digital transformers, net zero chasers, community connectors, social enterprisers and lifestyle improvers. We are #DifferenceMakers. And we are now seeking applicants for the November 2026 cohort of our Early Careers Graduate Scheme.

What does the role involve?

Working within a team environment you will support development teams by assisting with the provision of a multi‑disciplinary consultancy service for Sweco’s developer clients. You will work on Civil Infrastructure engineering projects including development schemes (designing highways, SuDS, levels, earthworks, etc.), land regeneration and remediation engineering (ground models, geotechnical and geology etc.) and assist the wider engineering team. Projects span many exciting sectors, including Energy, Logistics and Data storage.

You Will Be Expected To

• Work in a supervised environment on site and in the office ensuring that the technical content of work is acceptable and prepared in agreed timescales.
• Work in a team environment to deliver projects, reporting to the appropriate team leader or project manager.
• Be capable of working on your own initiative, with appropriate supervision.
• Work in close collaboration with teams in other disciplines.
• Understand and comply with the Company Integrated Management Systems (IMS) and take cognisance of current Health & Safety legislation.

Who are we looking for?

Our unique, personalised programme is designed for passionate, forward‑thinking graduates who want to change the world around them. They’ll thrive in a dynamic team environment and have an appetite to collaborate not only with fellow graduates, but also with mentors and leaders across the business.

What do you need to apply?

• Have a bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering which is accredited by the UK Engineering Council with eligibility for at least Incorporated Engineer status.
• Have less than 12 months of relevant work experience (excluding placements).
• Are confident using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, PowerPoint).
• Are driven, proactive, and solution‑oriented.
• Can work in the UK without restrictions either now or in the future. This is a permanent role, and we’re looking for candidates who can grow their careers with Sweco without a time limit.

What’s in it for you?

Our Graduate Scheme offers a two‑year blended learning experience, with a tailored programme delivered virtually and face‑to‑face. You’ll have the chance to network and grow with the 2026 cohort. Personal growth will be supported by our Early Careers team, mentors and subject matter experts from across the business. Structured masterclasses focus on fundamental skills, internal insight, and functional expertise, helping fast‑track your development as you pursue professional accreditation. The programme builds your confidence early in your career and gives you a platform for genuine impact within Sweco.

You’ll be assigned a workplace mentor and a SCE (Supervising Civil Engineer) who will help to support your progress toward professional recognition with the ICE. You’ll receive a permanent position with an industry‑standard salary and benefits package, including 25 days holiday, a great pension and life assurance.

Read what our previous graduates have to say about their experience on the careers section of our website. Please note, we will hold an assessment centre for this position in January / February 2026. All applicants will be contacted regardless of the outcome. We provide feedback to all attendees of interviews or assessment centres but are unable to offer personal feedback at the application stage.

Ready to make a difference with us? Apply now, and let's transform society together.

About Us

Transforming society together, we're planning and designing sustainable communities and cities of the future. Solving the great societal challenges of our time is more relevant, demanding and inspiring than ever before. At Sweco, we bring together experts with different perspectives and skills to develop solutions that address the challenges of urbanisation, harness the positive power of digitalisation and make societies more sustainable.

We offer our clients a combination of global expertise and local presence, adapted to their business and reality. Our ambition is to be our clients’ most relevant partner, working together to help them solve their challenges today and into the future.

Sweco is committed to enabling all its colleagues to achieve a great balance between work and their other priorities, such as caring responsibilities, leisure activities, further learning or other interests. We offer flexible start and finish times, part time and hybrid working options so that you can flex your hours around your day to day needs.

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

It’s important to us that all our colleagues thrive at work – we strive to have a friendly and inclusive culture which respects the contribution individuals can bring to Sweco. We aim to promote equality, inclusivity and diversity for everyone. Here at Sweco we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. We have signed the Armed Forces Covenant to ensure those who serve or have served, and their families, are treated fairly. To find out more The Armed Forces Covenant – Our Commitments | Sweco UK.

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Seniority level

• Internship

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Information Technology

Industries

• Civil Engineering, Architecture and Planning, and Environmental Services

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