Job Description
About The Role
We are Balfour Beatty, you may not know us by name but you definitely will have seen what we do. We are one of the UK’s largest construction companies building iconic buildings and structures that will last for generations to come.
Have you graduated recently or are graduating soon? Are you keen to start your career with one of the UK’s biggest construction companies? If you're searching for a graduate program that not only fosters your personal development but also offers a chance to collaborate with fellow graduates, Balfour Beatty is the perfect employer for you.
If you would like to leave your own legacy and say to your family and friends, ‘I helped build that’ then #BEBalfourBeatty and we can build the future together.
BElong at Balfour Beatty and join our Early Career development programme.
What you'll be doing
As a Mechanical Design Engineer Placement, you’ll gain practical experience in designing mechanical systems for major projects and learn how these designs come to life. You’ll support design tasks, explore engineering techniques, and understand how mechanical systems integrate into complex projects. It’s about applying your knowledge, learning from experienced engineers, and developing skills that will shape your future career.
Based in a Maxim office near Motherwell with a requirement to travel to support various project sites across the UK.
Who we're looking for
Our Year in Industry placements are targeted at students enrolled in a university degree programme, and offers the chance to gain real-world experience while fulfilling academic requirements. This placement allows you to apply your learning in a practical environment and build valuable professional skills.
Why work for us
Kickstart your career at Balfour Beatty, where you’ll join our Early Careers development programme and receive tailored support from day one. You’ll join a community of likeminded individuals whilst developing essential career and life skills.
Alongside a great salary and benefits package, you'll gain invaluable experience and skills that pave the way for exciting opportunities and career progression. This is more than just a job—it's a pathway to a promising future.