Role Overview

The Industrial Placement Engineer role is designed to provide students studying Civil or Structural Engineering with a valuable opportunity to gain hands-on experience and develop skills within a dynamic and innovative organisation. This 12-month placement offers exposure to diverse projects, supported learning, and mentorship from industry professionals.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Project Support: Assist with site investigations and the implementation of engineering projects. Provide technical support to the project delivery team to ensure successful completion of works. Contribute to the preparation of daily site records and productivity reports.
• Compliance and Quality Assurance: Ensure adherence to design information, systems, procedures, and quality control processes. Maintain a strong understanding of customer requirements and quality assurance mechanisms to ensure projects meet standards.
• Communication and Collaboration: Liaise effectively with colleagues, architects, subcontractors, consultants, and clients. Actively participate in team meetings and communicate progress and challenges to mentors and line managers.
• Problem-Solving and Innovation: Identify and resolve design and development issues using both logical and creative thinking. Leverage appropriate digital tools to support project objectives and enhance delivery.

Skills and Experience:

Essential

• Currently studying for a bachelor's or master’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering, having completed at least two years of the course.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to apply technical expertise effectively.
• Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to anticipate and overcome challenges.
• Competent in Microsoft Office software and capable of preparing clear, concise reports.
• Highly motivated and able to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
• A valid UK driving licence.

Desirable

• Previous exposure to civil or structural engineering projects through internships or coursework.
• Familiarity with digital engineering tools and software.
• Development and Opportunities

What We Value

We value our commitment to each other, summed up in our five values, we all sign up to these… We care about safety. We lead with integrity. We strive to be better every day. We make a positive impact. We deliver to grow. We are one company united.

Our Aim & Vision at OCU

To be the UK's leading energy transition and utilities contractor.

We are committed to leading the way in utilities and energy transition contracting, our mission is to innovate and deliver sustainability. At OCU, our passion for addressing complex challenges brings new standards of growth in our people and capabilities. OCU is an equal opportunities employer.

Company Information:

Established in 1994, OCU Group is one of the fastest growing utility engineering contractors in the UK, with a long successful track record in delivering customer-focused civil engineering solutions.

Working directly with many of the country’s leading blue-chip power, water, telecoms, and rail clients, we are looking for the very best talent to join our growing team.

We pride ourselves on empowering our employees and offering opportunities for them to take control of their own personal development and career progression in a supportive environment.

We believe that being successful is a choice.

We choose to be successful.

We are OCU, ‘One Company United’.

We celebrate difference and appreciate diverse backgrounds. We encourage everyone who join us to be themselves at work and create inclusive teams in our workplace.