Civil Design Technician

Civil Design Technician | Civil Engineering Design Technician

Swindon | £27,000-£35,000 per annum DOE + Excellent Benefits | Full-Time | Permanent

Introduction

Acorn by Synergie is recruiting on behalf of a growing consultancy for a Civil Design Technician to join their team in Swindon.

Are you looking to develop your career in civil engineering design? This is an excellent opportunity to work on a diverse range of residential, commercial and mixed-use development projects, while receiving ongoing training and mentorship from experienced engineers.

This role would suit a graduate or early-career civil engineering professional looking to build technical expertise within a supportive and collaborative environment. You'll gain hands-on experience across infrastructure design projects, working alongside engineers and project teams to help deliver practical solutions for development schemes.

What We Offer

• £27,000-£35,000 per annum, depending on experience.

• Flexible working arrangements.

• Private healthcare.

• Company bonus scheme.

• Pension contribution.

• Salary sacrifice benefits.

• Generous holiday allowance.

• Professional membership support.

• Structured training and development programmes.

• Ongoing CPD opportunities.

• Support towards professional qualifications and Chartered status.

• Company social events.

• Long-service rewards.

• Free on-site parking.

• Excellent long-term career progression.

Key Duties

• Assist with the preparation of detailed infrastructure and civil engineering designs.

• Produce technical drawings and design information using CAD software.

• Support the delivery of highways, drainage and development infrastructure projects.

• Work with engineers, clients and external stakeholders to support project delivery.

• Attend project meetings and site visits to develop technical understanding and industry knowledge.

• Assist with the preparation of technical reports and supporting project documentation.

Requirements

Essential:

• Degree qualified in Civil Engineering or a related discipline.

• Previous exposure to civil engineering or infrastructure projects through employment, placements or internships.

• Experience using AutoCAD 2D, with 3D advantageous but not essential.

• Strong numerical, analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.

• Ability to manage your own workload and prioritise tasks effectively.

• Enthusiastic approach to learning and professional development.

Desirable:

• Knowledge of highway and drainage design principles.

• Experience using Civil 3D, Site 3D, PDS, InfoDrainage or similar software.

• Understanding of UK infrastructure design standards and guidance, i.e. Manual for Streets and Sewers for Adoption.

• Previous consultancy or development-sector experience.

• Full UK driving licence.

Interested?

This is an excellent opportunity for a Civil Design Technician or Civil Engineering Design Technician seeking a long-term career within a growing consultancy that offers structured training, professional development and genuine progression opportunities.

Apply online today with your up-to-date CV.

Acorn by Synergie acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment.