A Civil Engineering Degree Apprenticeship lets you earn while studying, combining real project experience with a funded degree. At Pinnacle, you’ll work on live projects, gain technical skills and receive mentoring. Apply to kickstart your career with hands-on experience, support and strong progression opportunities.
Training course: Civil engineer (level 6)
Hours
Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 5.00pm.
37.5 hours a week
Possible start date: Tuesday 01 September 2026
Work
As an apprentice, you'll work at a company and get hands-on experience. You'll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff.
What you'll do at work
- Assisting with design work using engineering software (e.g. CAD)
- Producing and updating technical drawings and reports
- Supporting engineers with calculations and analysis
- Attending team meetings and project briefings
- Conducting site visits to observe construction work
- Recording site information and carrying out inspections/surveys
- Communicating with clients, contractors and colleagues
- Ensuring designs meet health, safety and regulatory standards
- Organising project documents and maintaining project records
- These tasks will vary day-to-day depending on the project and stage of work
Where you'll work
Training
An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.
College or training organisation
SUFFOLK NEW COLLEGE
Your training course
Civil engineer (level 6)
Your training plan
Training will take place both in the workplace at Pinnacle Consulting Engineers in Norwich and at the University of Suffolk.
The apprentice will attend off-the-job training with a one day release at university on a regular basis, typically one day per week or in agreed study blocks, alongside full-time work-based learning.
Requirements
Essential qualifications
A Level in:
- Maths (grade Level 3)
- Physical Science (grade Level 3)
Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.
Skills
- Communication skills
- IT skills
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Customer care skills
- Problem solving skills
- Number skills
- Analytical skills
- Team working
- Creative
- Initiative
- Non judgemental
- Patience
About this company
Pinnacle Consulting Engineers is a leading provider of construction consulting services with expertise in Structural and Civil Engineering. Our services encompass Structural Engineering, Building Information Modelling, Civil Engineering, and Infrastructure Design across various sectors such as Residential, Retail, Distribution, and Technology. We specialise in Engineering Master Planning, Due Diligence, Flood Management, Pre-Development Engineering, Drainage Design, Transportation Planning, and Highways Design. We are a supportive, dedicated and caring business that will enable you to reach your potential and beyond. We have a strong team ethic, yet we nurture the individual. Join us in shaping the future of our infrastructure projects while advancing your career in a supportive environment that values innovation and excellence in structural engineering.
https://www.pinnacleconsultingengineers.com/ (opens in new tab)
Company benefits
Private medical insurance. Bupa Cash Plan. Cycle to Work Scheme. 7.5% employer contribution to your pension. Volunteering days off. Birthday day off. Continuous learning and development.
After this apprenticeship
After completing the apprenticeship, apprentices typically move into a Graduate Engineer role. With the experience and support, you can progress to Engineer, Senior Engineer and eventually Principal or Lead Engineer.
There are also opportunities to work towards professional registration as a Chartered Engineer, alongside specialising in areas such as design, project management or business development.
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
PINNACLE CONSULTING ENGINEERS LTD
Lianna Orza
[email protected]
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000037966.
Apply now
Closes on Friday 07 August 2026