Building Structures Placement Engineer

Waterman Group; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 80,000 - GBP 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy in Sheffield is seeking an undergraduate Civil Engineering student for a placement year in their Building Structures team. This role provides valuable hands-on experience within a professional consultancy environment, assisting with real projects while developing essential engineering skills. Responsibilities include supporting the design and analysis of building structures, collaborating with engineers, and ensuring compliance with relevant standards and safety requirements. Great opportunity for students passionate about civil engineering.

Benefits

Supportive working environment

Hands-on experience

Mentorship from experienced engineers

Qualifications

• Currently studying towards a BEng or MEng degree in Civil Engineering or Structural Engineering.
• Familiarity with structural analysis or design software is desirable.
• Basic understanding of UK design standards (e.g. Eurocodes) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the analysis and design of building structures.
• Support senior engineers in structural designs and technical reports.
• Produce and review drawings in collaboration with technicians.

Skills

Teamwork

Analytical skills

Numerical skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Education

BEng or MEng in Civil Engineering or Structural Engineering

Tools

Structural analysis software

Job description

A leading engineering consultancy in Sheffield is seeking an undergraduate Civil Engineering student for a placement year in their Building Structures team. This role provides valuable hands-on experience within a professional consultancy environment, assisting with real projects while developing essential engineering skills. Responsibilities include supporting the design and analysis of building structures, collaborating with engineers, and ensuring compliance with relevant standards and safety requirements. Great opportunity for students passionate about civil engineering.