Student Engineer
Pre-University Work Experience Summer Placement (July/August 2026)
Roots Systems Ltd are World Leaders in the design, manufacture and production of skid mounted rotary compressors for multiples process industries ranging from oil and gas, through to emerging green technologies such as CO2 capture and hydrogen.
We are proud to be a family-owned business with a strong focus on team spirit, and where we strive to create an environment where our employees feel a sense of inclusion, support and belonging.
If you are customer focussed, solutions orientated and strive for excellence then you could be just what our business is looking for.
The Student Engineer will assist the Sales Team in data entry and data analysis tasks, as required. Whilst this is largely an administrative role, it requires someone who is numerate, shows attention to detail and understands basic engineering principles.
The main duties of the role are:
· Maintaining and updating the company ‘Project Register’. This involves logging models, materials and operating conditions of equipment that has been despatched, correcting errors found in existing entries and researching missing data.
· Bringing the Sales Team ‘Blower Packages’ list up to date. This involves logging the basic details of equipment that has been bid to customers.
· Entering historical ‘slip’ test results into the test register, analysing the results and producing curves.
· Entering noise test results into the test register.
· Entering after-sales data into the sales register and producing charts to summarise trends.
You will need to be self-motivated with a desire to set high standards of work performance for yourself. You will also have a positive outlook and ‘can do’ approach to tasks.
Being organised, accurate and having an eye for detail is essential in this role. As is having good communication, verbal and written skills.
BENEFITS OF WORKING FOR THE ROTOLOK GROUP
- Competitive rate of pay
- Basic hours - Monday to Thursday 08.30 to 17.00 Friday 08.30 to 13.00
- 33 days annual leave (includes 8 days statutory bank holidays)
- Employee Support and Perks Package
- Free car parking
- Investment in our employees through learning and development
- Flexible and family friendly policies
Candidates will need to live within commuting distance of Stonehouse/Gloucester. Unfortunately, we are unable to sponsor a Visa Application for this vacancy.
We encourage early application as we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if suitable candidates are found. If you would like more information, please do not hesitate to contact David White, Sales Manager on 01453 826581.
CLOSING DATE: 24 July 2026
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Benefits:
- Company pension
- On-site parking
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Stonehouse GL10 2BJ: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Education:
- A-Level or equivalent (required)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
