Pell Frischmann is a specialist advisory and technical consultancy operating across the built and natural environment, helping to shape a better future for the communities in which we work. We offer consultancy services, with access to specialist sister companies and partners, to support both public and private-sector clients. We work across sectors encompassing buildings, infrastructure, and regeneration.
Originally formed in 1926, we have a unique heritage in delivering client-focused solutions that deliver value through our commercial awareness, sustainable aspirations, and innovative approach. Our distinctive future is defined by our ownership; Pell Frischmann is a part of RSBG SE, the patient capital investment arm of RAG-Stiftung. RAG-Stiftung is a foundation with the long-term public purpose to deal with the environmental and social commitments resulting from the closing of Germany’s coal mining industry. RSBG SE’s mission is to generate sustainable funds for the foundation; so, our work directly contributes to the challenge of fighting global pollution and climate change.
Appointment Type
Fixed Term
Full Time/Part Time
Full-time
Specialism
Project Management
We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic undergraduate to join our Highways / Transport infrastructure design team for a 12-month industrial placement as part of their degree programme. This role provides an excellent opportunity to gain practical design experience within a professional civil engineering consultancy, contributing to the delivery of real-world highway and transportation projects.
As a Highways Design Industrial Placement Student, you will work as part of a multidisciplinary team supporting the planning and design of highway and transportation infrastructure. Under the guidance of experienced engineers, you will contribute to the development of designs across various project stages, from feasibility and preliminary design through to detailed design and construction support.
Assisting with the design of highway schemes, junction layouts, and road alignments
Supporting the production of drawings using CAD software (e.g. AutoCAD, Civil 3D)
Assisting with drainage design, earthworks, and pavement design calculations
Supporting design checks and compliance with relevant standards (e.g. DMRB, Manual for Streets)
Preparing technical reports, drawings, and design documentation
Collaborating with other disciplines, clients, and stakeholders
An undergraduate student studying Civil Engineering, Highway Engineering, or a related degree
Eligible to complete a 12-month industrial placement as part of your course
Interest in highway design and transportation infrastructure
Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills
Willingness to learn and take on new technical challenges
Basic knowledge of CAD software and Microsoft Office
Hands-on experience working on live highway and transportation projects
Exposure to industry standards, design processes, and best practice
Support and mentoring from experienced highways engineers
Development of technical and professional engineering skills
A competitive placement salary and flexible working options (where applicable)
A strong platform for a future graduate engineering role
We are one of the UK's most influential and highly respected firms of infrastructure and built environment professionals. We provide a collaborative and supportive working environment, where you’ll have the freedom and flexibility to create your own pathway and make a real impact within the business and in the communities in which you will operate.
We'll support your ongoing personal and professional development as your career progresses, allowing you to reach your full potential. We are committed to providing equal opportunities for all, welcoming applications from all backgrounds and are delighted to be a part of the government's Disability Confident Scheme. We're happy to talk about flexible working, including hybrid working, and are committed to promoting the wellbeing of all our employees.
Please remove any personal details such as your home address and date of birth from your CV.
If you require any reasonable adjustments at any stage of the process, please contact us at [email protected].
As part of the application process, you will be asked to complete a diversity monitoring form. We are committed to recruiting, retaining and developing a workforce that reflects at all grades the diverse communities that we serve. By completing this form, you will help us to monitor and analyse diversity information so that we can ensure that our recruitment processes are fair and identify opportunities to improve them. Any information provided on this form will be treated as strictly confidential and will not be seen by those involved in the selection process.
