Apprentice Commissioning Engineer

About Us

At HDR, we specialize in engineering, architecture, environmental and construction services. While we are most well-known for adding beauty and structure to communities through high-performance buildings and smart infrastructure, we provide much more than that. We create an unshakable foundation for progress because our multidisciplinary teams also include scientists, economists, builders, analysts and artists. That's why we believe diversity is our greatest strength. HDR is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and an affirmative action employer.

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We believe that the way we work can add meaning and value to the world. That ideas inspire positive change. That colouring outside the lines can illuminate fresh perspectives. And that small details yield important realizations. Above all, we believe that collaboration is the best way forward.

Primary Responsibilities

Assist experienced engineers in the design process in order to gain a detailed working knowledge of all parts of the industry.

• Assist Senior Engineers with detailed design tasks and drawing production.
• Develop an understanding of the different building materials and techniques employed in design.
• Carry out detailed design calculations and develop a full understanding of computer design packages.
• Maintain a Continuing Professional Development diary to assist in obtaining appropriate qualifications
• Develop an understanding of appropriate Legislation Standards, Building Regulations and Codes of Practice
• Learn and understand design techniques and develop awareness of other design disciplines
• Maintain a training Log on a daily basis, recording achievements and experience
• Attend relevant training as required by the practice.
• Attend Lunch time CPD’s and Knowledge Sharing sessions.
• Assist in maintaining QA systems on projects.

Required Qualifications

• Ability to project a positive, welcoming and professional attitude at all times
• Able to work as part as a team and collaboratively and co-operatively
• Attention to detail, diligent at all times and a proactive attitude
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Be able to take direction and report progress on your work with others
• Be driven and proactive with ability to work autonomously on occasion
• A personable approach and a ‘can do’ attitude is essential
• Able to qualify for the government apprenticeship criteria

Preferred Qualifications

• Willing to work towards a degree qualification.
• Educated at ideally A-Level, equivalent and above
• Competency in MS Office, Outlook, PowerPoint, SharePoint are desired
• A commitment to a career in Commissioning
• Be organised and comfortable juggling multiple work streams
• Good administration skills with ability to multi-task

Why HDR

At HDR, we know work isn't only about who you work for; it's also about what you do and how you do it. Led by the strength of our values and a culture shaped by employee ownership, we network with each other, build on each other's contributions, and collaborate together to make great things possible. When you join HDR, we give you license to do the same. We help you take charge of your career, giving you multiple growth opportunities along the way.