Technical Design Placement Student

Country: United Kingdom
City: London
Req ID: 506426

At Leviat, you can build a future with a lasting legacy. Help us make great architecture possible. Responsibly and sustainably. For everyone, and with everyone. We are a global leader in connecting, fixing, lifting and anchoring technology for the construction industry.

This is a 12-month placement opportunity within Leviat, split between our Brentford and Dunstable offices. This offers valuable experience across our Remedial Solution division and our Anchoring & Fixing division. You will gain a comprehensive understanding of our business through a rotational program, spending six months at each office location:

Anchoring and Fixing:
• Design and specify relevant structural connection and anchoring products
• Produce calculations using the in-house software for various products
• Assist in the preparation of quotes
• Produce sketches and layout drawings to assist the customers
• Liaising with engineers and contractors to obtain the relevant information.

Helifix Modern Methods of Masonry Repair:
• Diagnosing the cause of defects in existing masonry
• Designing solutions to fix masonry defects and to preserve the heritage structures around the UK and the World.

Key Tasks

• Learn how to uncover the form of construction of masonry buildings.
• Learn how and where to apply code-based and Engineering calculations, and where Engineering judgment is appropriate.
• Gain practical experience working on a diverse range of projects, from small-scale residential extensions to large-scale infrastructure projects.
• Enhance your engineering skills through hands-on experience and exposure to industry best practices.

Key Requirements

• Enrolled in a Bachelor's degree (or higher) in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or Mechanical Engineering.
• Basic understanding of structural design principles in steel, concrete, timber, and masonry materials.
• Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD) and Microsoft Office software.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.

Experience

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

What we offer?

• A culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion.
• Highly competitive base pay.
• Pension contribution.
• Hybrid and flexible working dependent on your role.
• A range of other benefits, specific to your role and depending on where in the world you join us, i.e., health care, medical insurance, discounted shopping.
• Ongoing personal learning and development support.

Leviat is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive work environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.

Please note that we cannot accept any applications submitted through email for GDPR purposes. Candidates must apply through our job portal. We do not accept candidate introductions for this position from recruitment agencies unless you have been instructed to do so by our recruitment team.

Date: 28 Feb 2025