Graduate Design Engineer (Flooding/Drainage)

at  Kier Group

We’re looking for a Graduate Design Engineer to join our Transportation Team based in Salford, Greater Manchester.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a leading construction and infrastructure services company on our structured graduate development programme. These programmes have been designed to provide you with the experiences and tools needed for progression within your chosen career.
Location: Salford, Greater Manchester
Contract: Permanent, full time - 37.5 hours per week
Salary: £29,250 per annum
Start date: September 2025

WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FOR?

We’re looking for people due to graduate in 2025, or have recently graduated within the past three years, with a degree in Civil Engineering, Civil and Coastal Engineering, Flood and Coastal Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Geography, or a related field. Ideally, candidates will have taken part in a placement, work experience, or similar volunteering opportunity in a relevant field.

WHAT WILL YOU BE RESPONSIBLE FOR?

Kier Group is a leading UK construction and infrastructure services company, made up of different business divisions including Construction, Transportation, Natural Resources, Nuclear & Networks, and Property. With a diverse range of opportunities across the country, we offer a dynamic and inclusive environment where you can launch a rewarding career. To learn more about our business and divisions, visit here.
As a Graduate Design Engineer in the drainage team, you will be part of a dynamic team focused on delivering innovative solutions for flood risk management and drainage design. Based in the Exeter office, you’ll work alongside experienced engineers to address design challenges posed by climate change, ensuring sustainable water management for various infrastructure projects.

THE ROLE OF GRADUATE DESIGN ENGINEER IS GREAT FOR YOU IF:

• You have a strong interest in flood risk management, drainage, and water quality improvement.
• You are passionate about sustainability and environmental protection, particularly in relation to climate change.
• You enjoy solving complex engineering problems and have a keen attention to detail.
• You are motivated to work on a wide variety of projects, from small-scale local developments to larger infrastructure schemes.
  You are eager to develop your technical skills, and produce high-quality design outputs.