Placement
TL;DR
Key Takeaways
- Undertake a one-year industrial placement in Ground Engineering.
- Gain experience in assessing, investigating and modelling ground conditions, designing foundations, earthworks and tunnels, and remediating land.
- Must be working towards a Masters level qualification in Civil Engineering, Earth Sciences, Ground/Geotechnical Engineering, or Data Science/Engineering.
- Placement starts on 1 September 2027.
- Applications close on 18 December 2026.
About the Role
This is a one-year placement opportunity open to those who are typically part way through their university studies. We recruit people working towards a range of degree level qualifications such as engineering, geology and natural sciences.
Key Responsibilities
- Desk-based review of ground hazards and ground conditions
- Planning and managing ground investigations and surveys
- Data management and interpretation of ground and groundwater conditions
- Analysis and design of a wide variety of ground engineering features, such as foundations, retaining walls, earthworks, contamination remedial works and geological conditions
- Day-to-day collaboration as part of a multidisciplinary team delivering jobs across all markets, including highways, rail, water, energy, site development and buildings
Entry Requirements
We are seeking candidates working towards the following qualifications, skills and attributes:
- Qualifications: Masters level (or equivalent) in Civil Engineering, Earth Sciences (inc. Geology & Oceanography), Ground/Geotechnical Engineering; Data Science/Engineering.
- Areas of Expertise: Geotechnics; Geotechnical Engineering; Geology and Contaminated Land.
- Core Attributes:
- Changemakers: A passion for sustainable development and creating a better world.
- Innovative minds: Critical thinkers who embrace new ideas and challenge the status quo.
- Growth seekers: A growth mindset, always eager to learn and explore new ways of working.
- Adaptable adventurers: Ready to take on any challenge.
Start Date
You should be able to start this opportunity on 1 September 2027.
Application Process
The process includes an online application, psychometric testing, application review, case study, interview and offer stage.
What We Offer
- Competitive, fair and equitable pay.
- A career where you can belong, grow and thrive.
- Benefits that support health and wellbeing.
- A wide range of learning opportunities.
- Profit Share.
- Flexible working approach.
- Private medical insurance, Life assurance, Accident insurance and Income protection cover.
- Access to flexible benefits.