Technical Design Placement Student

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.

Project Design & Management

• Finalize post-order design specifics.
• Create setting-out drawings for customer approval using BIM software.

Masonry Technical Design

• Provide technical specifications to customers on the use of masonry products.
• Assist the commercial team in preparing quotations.

Masonry Engineering

• Provide technical support internally to the Masonry division.
• Respond to technical inquiries from customers regarding Leviat products.

Key Requirements

• 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

• Experience with structural products (e.g., connectors, fasteners).

What's in it for you?

• 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