Trainee Assistant Engineer

About Taylor Wimpey

Taylor Wimpey is one of the UK’s largest and most respected housebuilders. We’re committed to building high-quality homes and vibrant communities across the country. From inclusive working practices to award-winning training, we’re proud to invest in our people and our future.

About the Trainee Scheme

As a Trainee Assistant Engineer, you’ll:

• Work closely with experienced professionals to support safe, sustainable development practices
• Gain experience across engineering and development areas including Health, Safety & Environment, Planning & Community Engagement, Pre-Development & Technical Design, and On-Site & Development Support

Hands-on experience includes:

• Identifying and helping mitigate risks in design
• Supporting CDM/EMS processes
• Assisting with submissions to water, highway and planning authorities
• Supporting community-focused planning and infrastructure
• Coordinating with external consultants and managing design documentation
• Interpreting surveys and technical reports
• Preparing working drawings for tenders and approvals
• Helping secure statutory approvals and manage consultant teams
• Visiting sites and helping resolve design or engineering issues
• Preparing and maintaining documentation for adoption, tracking, and NHBC requirements
• Collaborating with the production team to maintain engineering quality

The Programme

The Trainee Programme is a structured development pathway lasting between two and four years, depending on your entry level and progression. It combines on-the-job experience with formal training to build the skills, knowledge and confidence needed to step into the Assistant Designer role.

Throughout the programme, you will:

• Complete a two-year professional skills course at our dedicated Training Hub in Solihull.
• Follow a structured development plan with clear milestones for salary progression.
• Take part in regular reviews with your line manager to track progress and identify growth opportunities.
• Gain exposure to other departments across Taylor Wimpey.
• Join the Early Talent community as a programme ambassador, representing Taylor Wimpey at careers fairs and school events.
• Have the opportunity to apply for the Kings Trust Million Makers programme

Job requirements

• 2:1 degree in Civil Engineering
• A Full UK Driving License or an ability to get to remote site locations independently.
• Willingness to travel between sites and around your business unit area.
• You must have a Full Right to Work in the UK.