Technical Design Placement Student

About the role

This is a 12-month placement opportunity within Leviat for students currently enrolled on a sandwich course or those intending to advance on to a master’s degree following a year in industry, offering valuable experience across our Masonry and Structural Connections divisions.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Aid the commercial team in preparing quotations.
• Provide technical support internally to the Masonry division.
• Respond to technical inquiries from customers regarding Leviat products.

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 with structural products (e.g., connectors, fasteners).
• Relevant project experience (internships, personal projects).

Benefits

• 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.
• Flexible working.
• Free Optical vouchers.
• Company pension scheme.
• Life assurance.
• Discounted products and services via Westfield Rewards.
• Access to Employee Assistance Programmes.
• Idea scheme including reward vouchers.
• Cycle to work scheme plus a bicycle storage area.
• Free parking plus EV Charging Points.