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Year in Industry Placement
Role Description
Bridges Electrical Engineers Ltd is offering a range of Year in Industry placements across multiple departments and locations:
Delivery West x 2 roles
Locations: Midsomer Norton & Swansea
- Support the delivery of engineering projects on-site and in the office
- Assist with installation, commissioning, and project coordination
- Work alongside engineers and project managers on live infrastructure projects
Delivery East x 3 roles
Locations: Midsomer Norton, Poole & Maidstone
- Support the delivery of engineering projects on-site and in the office
- Assist with installation, commissioning, and project coordination
- Work alongside engineers and project managers on live infrastructure projects
Estimating x 1 role
Locations: Swansea or Midsomer Norton
- Support the preparation of cost estimates and tender submissions
- Analyse project requirements, specifications, and drawings
- Work with senior estimators to develop competitive project bids
Planning x 1 role
Location: Midsomer Norton
- Assist in developing and maintaining project schedules
- Use planning software to track progress and performance
- Support coordination between engineering teams and project stakeholders
What You Will Gain
- Valuable hands-on experience in a leading engineering company
- Exposure to real-world infrastructure projects
- Development of technical and professional skills
- Opportunity to work within multidisciplinary teams
- Potential pathway to a graduate role
Who Should Apply
- Students studying Engineering, Project Management, or related degrees
- Individuals with strong problem-solving and teamwork skills
- Those interested in practical, site-based engineering environments
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Placement Details
- Duration: 12 months (Year in Industry)
- Start Date: Typically Summer intake
- Locations: Multiple UK sites as listed above
Role Details
- 40hrs per week, Monday to Friday.
- 1 Year in Industry Placement
At Bridges we are more than Engineers
We are listed on the Sunday Times Top 100 Places to Work 2024.
As a team we shape and support engineering and construction for our clients who in turn touch the daily lives of millions of people across the UK. We have a large diverse team of talented Safe & Happy People, combining their strengths and ambition to bring innovation and evolution which ensures Sustainability for all stakeholders.
Across our key sectors – Water, Power, Energy and Aggregates, and supported through our regional office network supported by our manufacturing hub located in the heart of Somerset which forms part of our 60,000ft head office complex – we deliver diverse and interesting projects and programmes throughout UK infrastructure.
Our projects range in value from £5k to £15m, taking the role of Principal Contractor and Principal Designer on various schemes, and supporting our valued Tier 1 contractor clients in a subcontractor and off-site manufacturing capacity.
Requirements
Our placements are open to Undergraduates only. Therefore, it is mandatory for candidates to be an undergraduate for the whole duration of the placement. Please inform your graduation date on your application.
Your application should include a CV along with a Cover Letter outlining your motivation and suitability for the role.
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Benefits
Benefits of Working for Bridges
RoSPA Gold Medal winner, Bridges - is an excellent company to work for and a great place to develop your career. Our goal is to exceed the very highest standards and ensure our people work in a culture of health, safety, and well-being.
We are currently holders of the Armed Forces Covenant Gold Award, which reinforces our commitment to supporting the armed forces community.
We are a family-run business with a friendly and welcoming culture, and we are dedicated to helping our employees learn, develop, and achieve success - along with us and throughout their careers.
Bridges Also Offers An Excellent Benefits Package
- Competitive salaries
- Health cash plan with Healthshield
- Standard Life Pension Scheme - 5% company contribution
- Life Assurance Scheme
- Employee Discount Scheme
- Bike 2 Work scheme
- Training and development opportunities
- Employee referral scheme - £1,000 if you successfully introduce someone
- Employee recognition schemes
- Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay
When you join us, you’ll be part of our exciting journey.
Wherever your journey begins with us, through mutual engagement, we’ll make sure you are supported and invested in. We believe in ‘team bridges’ and leadership at all levels with our guiding principles: Safe People, Happy People, Sustainable Business.
Come and be part of our team!
Bridges is an equal-opportunity employer and is committed to ensuring equality and diversity within the workplace.
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