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Graduate Civil Engineer (Dams and Hydropower) - Edinburgh - 2025

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Stantec

Aug 2

Applications are closed

  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry Level
  • Edinburgh

Requirements

  • - A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Environmental, Hydraulics or Water Resources Engineering
  • - A keen interest in the Energy sector
  • - A collaborator: You’ll love to work effectively with lots of different people at different levels, all inputting their part towards a shared goal
  • - An adapter: Able to remain calm in new situations, comfortably switching between a variety of dynamic and exciting tasks
  • - A planner: Organizing and managing your own activities, dealing effectively with multiple priorities with a structured approach
  • - A striver: Exhibiting ownership, consistently delivering on tasks and objectives. You’ll be motivated and proactive in your tasks, having the desire to make a real difference
  • - A multi-tasker: Thinking about more than one task at a time, while still having an eye for detail
  • - A problem-solver: You’ll love to give your thoughts based on what you see, being unafraid to challenge conventional thinking

Responsibilities

  • - Collaborate with your team and wider cohort, developing your civil engineering expertise within an exciting and creative interdisciplinary environment.
  • - Work covers all aspects, from feasibility studies through to concept and detailed design, as well as site support during construction.
  • - Develop skills across the water-based natural environment, including hydrology, river and reservoir flood modelling and system hydraulics.
  • - Build a wider skillset based on your degree and subject of interest.
  • - Focus on projects related to Water Power & Dams, Waste & Generation, Transmission & Distribution, and Minerals and Resources.
  • - Join a supportive and successful team with exciting career opportunities, gain great client exposure and professional development, and work in an innovative and collaborative environment.

FAQs

What is the application deadline for the Graduate Civil Engineer position?

Recruitment is ongoing, so please apply as soon as possible as the advert may close once we have sufficient applicants.

Where is the Graduate Civil Engineer position located?

The position is based in Edinburgh.

What education is required for the Graduate Civil Engineer role?

A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Environmental, Hydraulics, or Water Resources Engineering is required.

What is the expected working arrangement for graduates?

Graduates are expected to come into the office 4 days per week to ensure adequate time with their team and appropriate support.

What areas will I gain experience in while working in the Dams and Hydropower team?

You will develop skills in hydrology, river and reservoir flood modeling, system hydraulics, and participate in feasibility studies, concept and detailed design, as well as site support during construction.

What benefits does Stantec offer to graduates?

Stantec offers a competitive salary, private medical insurance, a range of benefits including holiday buy and sell, group income protection, life assurance, a permanent employment contract, a professional progression plan, and a supportive team environment.

What does the company's commitment to diversity and inclusion entail?

Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants, prohibits discrimination based on demographic background, and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment.

What type of projects could I potentially work on in this role?

You could work on projects such as new builds or refurbishment of hydro power stations, dam inspections, energy from waste plants, hydrogen systems, and HV electrical power systems.

Is prior experience required for this role?

No, Stantec values your potential over past experience for this graduate position.

What skills are important for success in this position?

Important skills include collaboration, adaptability, planning, ownership, multi-tasking, and problem-solving.

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Stantec

Engineering & Construction
Industry
10,001+
Employees
1954
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

We're active members of the communities we serve. That's why at Stantec, we always design with community in mind. The Stantec community unites approximately 25,000 employees working in over 400 locations across six continents. We collaborate across disciplines and industries to bring buildings, energy and resource, environmental, and infrastructure projects to life. Our work—engineering, architecture, interior design, landscape architecture, surveying, environmental sciences, project management, and project economics, from initial project concept and planning through design, construction, and commissioning—begins at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships. Our local strength, knowledge, and relationships, coupled with our world-class expertise, have allowed us to go anywhere to meet our clients'​ needs in more creative and personalized ways. With a long-term commitment to the people and places we serve, Stantec has the unique ability to connect to projects on a personal level and advance the quality of life in communities across the globe. Stantec trades on the TSX and the NYSE under the symbol STN.