Technical Design Placement Student
Posted 3 hours ago by Oldcastle Inc.
Permanent
Full Time
Design Jobs
Yorkshire, Sheffield, United Kingdom, S5 9
Job Description
Country: United Kingdom
Req ID: 522070
Job Type: Full Time
Workplace Type: Onsite
Seniority Level: Not Applicable
This is a 12-month placement opportunity within Leviat for students currently enrolled on a sandwich course or those intending to advance to a master's degree following a year in industry, offering valuable experience across our Masonry and Structural Connections divisions. You will gain a comprehensive understanding of our business through a rotational program, spending three months in each of the following departments.
Structural Connection Technical- Design and specify relevant structural connection products.
- Conduct design calculations and modelling.
- Finalize post-order design specifics.
- Create setting-out drawings for customer approval using BIM software.
- Provide technical specifications to customers on the use of masonry products.
- Assist the commercial team in preparing quotations.
- Provide technical support internally to the Masonry division.
- Respond to technical inquiries from customers regarding Leviat products.
- Enrolled in a Bachelor's degree (or higher) in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering or Mechanical Engineering.
- Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD) and Microsoft Office software.
- Basic understanding of structural design principles in steel, concrete, timber and masonry materials.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
- Experience with structural products (e.g., connectors, fasteners).
- Competitive salary plus bonus
- 25 days annual leave plus statutory bank holidays (plus the option to buy 5 more)
- Westfield health cash plan and 24/7 GP service
- Free Optical vouchers
- Company pension scheme
- Life assurance
- Discounted products and services via Westfield Rewards
- Access to Employee Assistance Programmes
- Cycle to work scheme plus a bicycle storage area