Industrial Placement - Bridge Engineering

Pell Frischmann group; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected engineering firm in Manchester is seeking an enthusiastic individual for an industrial placement focusing on Bridge Engineering, starting around September 2026. This 1-year placement provides the opportunity to work on live projects, enhancing technical skills and gaining insights from experienced consultants. Ideal candidates should have a background in Civil or Structural Engineering and a strong interest in pursuing a career in Bridge Engineering. Training and mentoring will be provided throughout the placement.

Qualifications

• Keen interest in pursuing Civil Structures/Bridge Engineering as a career.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to real-world, live projects in Bridge Engineering.
• Enhance communication and teamwork capabilities.
• Focus on technical development while receiving mentoring.

Education

Civil or Structural Engineering study background

Job description

As part of our 2026 Early Careers cohort we are keen to hire an industrial placement to start around September 2026

Main Purpose of the role

We give you the opportunity to really make a difference by contributing to real world, live projects in your time with us. You will be given an insight into one of our business sectors which will provide you with an excellent platform to see and be part of our collaborative company. We will look to enhance your communication and teamwork capabilities but also focus on technical development too. Whilst you are with us you will benefit from training and mentoring from a range of our consultants within our teams.

We have been providing placement for many years and have had excellent feedback from how valuable and involved people felt whilst with us

Our Industrial placements normally last for 1 year. This placement specifically focused on Bridge Engineering. This sector is essential in ensuring our Bridges are designed well and safely, whilst ensuring sustainable materials are used to protect the environment. As a result, we would expect you to have a keen interest in pursuing Civil Structures/Bridge Engineering as a career.

For this placement you will be working on a hybrid basis, and we are looking for you to come from a Civil or Structural Engineering study background to be considered.