About
Employer description
The Sizewell C team is one of the most exciting and largest new megaprojects in the UK, whilst being at the forefront of the UK’s climate change agenda and energy policy. We have begun constructing a 3.2-gigawatt nuclear power station on the Suffolk coast in the East of England replicating, wherever possible, the design used for Hinkley Point C, another nuclear power station being built in Somerset.
When built, Sizewell C will be one of the largest power stations to operate in the UK. The power station will generate low carbon electricity for at least 60 years, supplying over 6 million homes and supporting around 7% of the UK’s current electricity needs.
Main description
Civil Engineers provide technical and management input to develop design solutions for complex Civil Engineering problems. You will work as part of a team of Engineers and other construction professionals through all lifecycle stages of development, design, construction, commissioning, operation and beyond.
You will use your broad skillset to work in areas including sustainable construction, structural integrity, geotechnics (Engineering behaviour of earth materials), materials, tunnelling, marine and coastal Engineering, water, waste management, flood management, transportation, and power.
Your work may cover the following areas within Civil Engineering:
• Design
• Health & Safety and Analysis
• Site Construction and Environment
• Earth Works and Temporary Works
• Project Installation
• Tunnelling and Marine
• Project Delivery
Training to be provided
This programme will equip you with thorough theory-based understanding and the practical skills needed for a career as a professional Civil Engineer, taking responsibility for the creation, design, implementation, and management of Civil Engineering projects.
The 5.5 year programme is designed to progress apprentices to IEng registration as part of the apprenticeship End-Point Assessment (EPA), immediately after successful completion of the BEng (hons) degree. This will allow apprenticeship graduates to make accelerated career progression, the future is yours for the taking!
Where you’ll work:
You will be based at our Suffolk offices (Leiston or Orwell logistic park, Ipswich). You may also be required to travel to other locations for your placements, to support other business units and to expand your knowledge and experience of the Nuclear Industry and will be required to occasionally travel to our London office. Your training provider will be the University of Suffolk and you will attend the Ipswich Campus 1 day a week.
Entry requirements
To be eligible for this apprenticeship programme, you’ll have:
Five GCSE’s in the A*to C or 9 to 4 range including English, Maths and a Science subject.
112 UCAS tariff points; having either at least three A levels at Grades A*-C including Mathematics and Physical Science or their equivalent or will have completed a Level 3 Apprenticeship as a Civil Engineering Technician.
Benefits
Market-leading pension scheme, your package will include customisable benefits such as electric vehicle leasing, discounted gym membership, life assurance, tech vouchers, experience days and more.
Closing Date
The closing date for this job offer is on 20/02/2026
Salary
£25,139 per annum
Location
This job is located in Ipswich, Suffolk
More Information and How to Apply
About West Suffolk College
West Suffolk College is an ambitious vocational and academic College, with a stunning main campus set in the heart of Bury St Edmunds. We are committed to providing outstanding education to all our students.
