Mechanical Engineering Placement Scheme 2021

Job Description

Engineering machines of the futureOn our Placement Scheme, join a well-respected team that has a strong reputation in the engineering industry. Youll be part of something big, enjoying all-level support from line managers to senior leaders. We also want you to maintain a healthy work-life balance. So, during our recruitment process, tell us what matters to you. Find out how we support wellbeing in and out of the office - including different ways to be flexible around work. Lets also talk about Diversity & Inclusion, including our recent pledges for Womens Equality, how were Disability Confident and an Inclusive Employer.With Atkins, youll be in great company.Your roleAs a Mechanical Engineering placement student, youll be working in diverse teams across all of our markets. You could work on a variety of projects, including airports, railway stations, nuclear power stations or offshore wind farms. From design to analysis, manufacturing and maintenance challenges, your contribution will make a difference. Youll be able to point to your projects and say, "I helped make that happen."Where you could workAs a placement student, you could find yourself in one of the following business areas:Aerospace, Defence, Security & Technology (ADS&T)Industrial year locations: Bristol, GlasgowDegree requirements: On track for a minimum of a 2.1 Masters degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, Marine/Naval or Integrated Mechanical & Electrical EngineeringADS&T work across safety critical industries to exploit cutting-edge advanced technology across aerospace and defence markets, helping clients respond innovatively to evolving external environments. ADS&T work with leading names to transform the future of aerospace engineering and support our national defence programmes across all domains: land, sea, air, maritime and cyber.Whether its mechanical, aerospace or systems engineering; advanced materials, finite element analysis or design - whatever your passion is, youll be joining a high-end engineering team working on ground-breaking projects. Youll get the opportunity to work across design, systems engineering and structural analysis, youll be equipped to face the future needs of the market.InfrastructureBuilding ServicesIndustrial year locations: Bristol, EpsomWater - Design and Advanced TechnologyIndustrial year locations: Bristol, Epsom, WarringtonWelcome to the team thats shaping smarter, healthier and more sustainable places and spaces. Join us as a Mechanical Engineering placement student and you could be working on designs for an airport, a transport interchange, a university campus or the worlds first tidal lagoon.Nuclear and Power:Summer placement locations: Bristol, Derby, Epsom, Glasgow, Sheffield, Warrington, WhitehavenIndustrial year locations: Bristol, Derby, Epsom, Sheffield, Warrington, WhitehavenJoin the teams that have been engineering, delivering, managing and decommissioning nuclear facilities worldwide for over 20 years. You could be working on new builds like Hinkley Point C and on-site engineering for clients such as EDF. Were driving evolution in the areas of offshore generation and transmission, energy from waste, electric vehicle infrastructure and the integration of smart grid technology. With us, youll play a proud part in reaching net-zero by 2050.Resources - Oil and Gas, Offshore Wind and Decarbonisation.Summer placement locations: Bristol, Epsom, London, WarringtonIndustrial year locations: Bristol, EpsomWe have a team of over 20,000 experts, and weve worked on thousands of oil and gas installations across North America, Australia, the Middle East, UK and Europe. As one of our Mechanical Engineering placement students, you could be involved with a range of projects, from fixed and floating offshore structures, to terminals, refineries, petrochemical plants and subsea pipelines. Well be there supporting you whilst youre honing your skills on exciting digital and immersive technologies.What you can bring

An understanding of the consultancy environment

Enthusiasm to drive your own career development, as well as motivation for self-directed learning

Drive and determination to achieve professional accreditation

An interest and ability to adapt to the changing world, new technology and being open to flexible and agile ways of working

Be curious in your thinking and apply your technical knowledge to analyse problems and create innovative solutions

A desire to develop relationship building skills with clients and internal stakeholders

Confidence to work on your own initiative as well as being part of a multidisciplinary team

Meeting your needsWeve created a rewards package to fit around your study, career and personal needs. Enjoy benefits such as flexible holidays, tailored career development and a strong support network. Each year, our top performing placement students (whove done at least 8 weeks on placement with us) have the opportunity to be nominated onto our Graduate Development Programme.How do I applyPlease click "Apply Now" below to register your details and start your application journey. To find out more and for advice on how to play to your strengths, visit us on Connectr.We want you to perform at your best at each stage of our recruitment process and can make adjustments to ensure this. So, whether you consider yourself to have a disability or not, or would simply like to know how we can support you better, please contact us.Our deadline for applications is Friday 11th December 2020. Remember, our programmes are incredibly popular, and some roles may close early. So, avoid disappointment by getting your application in as soon as possible.More about usAtkins, a member of the SNC-Lavalin Group, is a leading global consultancy with over 80 years design and engineering expertise. With us, youll join a team of people who ask questions, who dare to see things differently and want to build a better world.This role may require security clearance and offers of employment will be dependent on obtaining the relevant level of clearance. If this is necessary, it will be discussed with you at interview.If applying to this role please do not make reference to (in conversation) or include in your application or CV, details of any current or previously held security clearance.