Undergraduate Engineer (Placement Year) – London or Birmingham

Rendel Ltd; City of London; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A consulting engineering firm is offering placements for undergraduate engineers in London or Birmingham. Ideal for 3rd or penultimate-year students pursuing a career in civil or structural engineering. Responsibilities include undertaking assignments, structural design, and adherence to safety policies. Basic knowledge of engineering standards and a keen interest in large-scale infrastructure projects are essential.

Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of Eurocodes and other relevant national and international industry standards.
• Desire to work in a consultancy environment on large scale infrastructure projects.
• Keen interest in pursuing a career in civil or structural engineering.

Responsibilities

• Undertake assignments in the UK and overseas, as directed.
• Structural design, assessments and finite elements analysis using various software.
• Observe and maintain Company Health and Safety, IMS & Ethics Policies across all activities.

Skills

Problem solving abilities

Analytical skills

Numeracy skills

Interpersonal skills

Ability to communicate effectively

Education

Completed two years of an accredited Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

Job description

Undergraduate Engineer (Placement Year) – London or Birmingham

We have exciting opportunities for 3 rd or penultimate year engineering students who have interest in pursuing a career in civil / structural engineering to join us for 12 months placements in our London and Birmingham offices.

JOB DESCRIPTION

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Undertake assignments in the UK and overseas, as directed
• Adopt procedures for standardisation of work products and deliverables, and peer review to ensure consistency and excellence in service delivery of the Company’s technical work product
• Structural design, assessments and finite elements analysis using various software
• Adhere to Company procedures in the management, delivery and administration of Services
• Embrace organisational change and appropriately modify behaviour and attitudes as required
• Have an understanding and awareness of the company values and business plan and your contribution to both
• Observe and maintain Company Health and Safety, IMS & Ethics Policies across all activities

PERSON SPECIFICATION

KEY EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Completed two years of an accredited Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering
• Basic knowledge of Eurocodes and other relevant national and international industry standards
• Basic awareness of forms of contract, construction methodologies and civil engineering procedures
• Desire to work in a consultancy environment on large scale infrastructure projects
• Keen interest in pursuing a career in civil or structural engineering

COMPETENCIES

• Technical: Problem solving abilities, analytical and numeracy skills; results orientated
• Communication: Good interpersonal skills; ability to communicate effectively
• Critical Thinking: Able to meet deadlines whilst maintaining high quality work
• Team: Strong team working to contribute to and collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams

PERSONAL STYLE AND BEHAVIOUR

• Self-motivated and committed, with a high degree of integrity
• A team player who seeks to positively contribute to the working group with a collaborative attitude
• Demonstrates willingness and flexibility of availability to meet business needs