Careers
BT Bell offers rewarding civil and structural engineering careers from our headquarters in Hexham, Northumberland.
Specifically, our practice relies upon the quality of our staff, and we are always looking for top industry talent. During our 27 years in Hexham, we have built strong relationships with world-leading clients, including British Aerospace, Komatsu, Tarmac, The National Trust, Siemens, and Norbord. Furthermore, our team delivers high-profile projects across the UK and globally.
Civil and Structural Engineering Careers at BT Bell
Throughout your career with us, we invest heavily in modern design software, new technologies, and individual staff development. Crucially, our engineers train under a formal ICE training agreement, giving you full support to achieve chartered or professional status.
Key benefits of joining our engineering team include:
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High-Profile Project Exposure: Delivering engineering solutions across commercial, residential, heritage, and industrial sectors. Additionally, engineers gain broad experience in both structural calculations and civil infrastructure.
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ICE Professional Mentorship: Training directly under experienced chartered engineers who value practical problem-solving. Also, we encourage every staff member to reach their full professional potential.
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Modern Tools & Practical Methods: Applying advanced software tools while refining your core engineering judgment. Simultaneously, you will produce clear, site-ready designs for real-world construction.
Why work with us?
We offer a relaxed but dynamic work environment that empowers engineers to take their career in any direction.
Specifically, all of our staff remain long-term employees because we attract people for a career, not a short-term project. Historically, while we may not always advertise active vacancies, we are always interested in employing the best in the industry. Because of this, if you are interested in joining our team, please apply directly.
Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
At BT Bell Consulting Engineers, we promote equality of opportunity and eliminate discrimination in all its forms. Crucially, we believe a diverse and inclusive workforce strengthens our business and reflects the communities we serve.
Furthermore, our recruitment processes remain fair, transparent, and based solely on merit, skills, and experience. As a result, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marital status, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. Ultimately, by fostering respect and fairness, we create a workplace where everyone feels valued. In conclusion, we empower every team member to succeed in their engineering career.
AUTOCAD/REVIT TECHNICIAN
BT Bell offer high end services in civil and structural engineering. We offer engineering design solutions across a variety of sectors, from large scale multi-million pound industrial projects down to smaller residential schemes. We understand that no two engineering problems are the same, and use our expertise and experience to develop innovative solutions to meet the needs of the client.
Due to recent appointments on large scale power projects, BT Bell Consulting Engineers is looking to strengthen their Engineering team with an AutoCAD and Revit technician. Based at our office in Hexham, Northumberland, you will be responsible for the coordination, delivery and quality of drawing work undertaken at the office.
You will report directly to the Engineering Lead and the responsibilities will include:
· Carry out AutoCAD 2D and 3D drawing tasks with high quality output with minimal supervision.
· Experience in structural steelwork detailing and RC detailing.
· Produce 3D models in Revit with an understanding of BIM and project collaboration with other external parties.
· Ensure designs are completed in accordance with CDM Regulations.
· Manage CAD workload and support the other technicians.
· Raising and resolution of technical queries
· Establish working relationships with clients and supply chain representatives.
What BT Bell Consulting Engineers offer:
At BT Bell we believe that people matter. We know that to build successful, creative teams we need a diverse workforce that can deliver new innovative ways of thinking. We provide an environment where you will have the freedom to develop and grow to your full potential.
All Staff are on the same standard contract:
37.5 hours per week
Paid overtime
20 days holiday rising to 25 day plus.
4% salary contribution to pension.
Life assurance policy.
Professional fees and exam fees paid
Salary and Conditions are negotiable.
If you are interested please contact us using the CV submission form below.
Salary: Negotiable
We are looking to employ a chartered civil and structural engineer to work with our team of chartered engineers and technicians and we would expect the highest professional ethics and standards. Ideally the candidate should be conversant with design software such as Staad, Building Designer, Micro-drainage, Ram Structural System, Autocad and Revit, however training will be provided where required.
All Staff are on the same standard contract:
- 37.5 hours per week
- Paid overtime
- 20 days holiday rising to 25 day plus.
- 4% salary contribution to pension.
- Life assurance policy.
- Professional fees and exam fees paid
Salary and Conditions are negotiable.
If you are interested please contact us using the CV submission form below.
Salary: Negotiable
We are looking to employ high quality graduate engineers to work within our multidisciplinary office. You will work with our team of chartered engineers and technicians and we would expect the highest professional ethics and standards to be upheld by the employee. Any experience with software is beneficial, but not neccessary as training will be provided where required. We are also happy to consider those who are currently studying and will graduate soon.
All Staff are on the same standard contract:
- 37.5 hours per week
- Paid overtime
- 20 days holiday rising to 25 day plus.
- 4% salary contribution to pension.
- Life assurance policy.
- Professional fees and exam fees paid
Salary and Conditions are negotiable.
If you are interested please contact us using the CV submission form below.
We welcome all students who are currently studying at University and are seeking summer or holiday placement based oppurtunities.
We maintain strong links with Newcastle University's school of civil engineering and geosciences and are a popular destination for students on the Careers Development module.
If you are interested in spending time with us please contact us.