Graduate Flood Risk Engineer

  • Apprenticeship Reference: 2479122842-2
  • Date Posted: 25 November 2025
  • Apprentice Employer: Carrington West
  • Location: Bedford, Bedfordshire
  • Apprentice Pay: On Application
  • Apprenticeship Sector: Civil Engineering, Engineering, Project Management
  • Apprenticeship Type: Permanent
  • Work Hours: Full Time

About this Apprenticeship

GRADUATE - FLOOD RISK
My client is looking for a Graduate Flood Risk Engineer to join their team in Bedford.
Key Responsibilities
Assist in the preparation of Flood Risk Assessments (FRAs) and Drainage Strategy Reports for planning submissions.
Assist with the preparation of drainage strategy drawings
Assist with hydraulic modelling and drainage calculations
Support the preparation of technical reports, drawings, and calculations for planning applications.
Contribute to site appraisals, including reviewing flood maps, soil data, and planning constraints.
Liaise with internal/external project teams and other stakeholders
Assist with drainage design submissions for planning and discharge of conditions
Undertake other duties as required to support the engineering team's project delivery
Requirements
Civil Engineering degree or a related discipline.
Working knowledge of AutoCAD, MicroStation, or similar CAD software.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Good analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Keen interest in flood risk, drainage, and sustainable development.
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
Desirable
Some experience (e.g. through placement or internship) in flood risk or drainage design.
Experience using Causeway Flow or similar hydraulic modelling software.