2025 Professional Apprentice - Technician Engineer (Structural Engineering)

Laing O'Rourke; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the construction sector is offering a Professional Apprenticeship for a Technician Engineer in Structural Engineering. This role, based in Worksop, focuses on producing structural calculations and sketches while assisting live projects under the mentorship of experienced engineers. Successful candidates will receive comprehensive training, leading to a funded HNC or degree, and will gain valuable industry experience, preparing them for a successful career in engineering.

Benefits

Fully funded apprenticeships

Bespoke development modules

Technical training opportunities

Qualifications

• Applicants must be working towards or have achieved grades of ABB in their A Levels.
• Modules studied must include ‘Further Engineering Mathematics' and preferably ‘Calculus to solve Engineering problems'.
• Eligibility to work in the UK with a valid work permit.

Responsibilities

• Produce calculations and sketches for precast elements under senior engineers guidance.
• Follow company QA procedures and ensure safety in design.
• Prepare engineered solutions according to latest Eurocodes.

Skills

Computer literacy

Education

3 A Levels including Maths and a Science subject

BTEC Extended Diploma in a construction related subject

IB Math's HL5 and another science subject HL5

T level in Design and Development for Engineering and Manufacturing

Job description

Professional Apprenticeship - Technician Engineer (Structural Engineering)

We're looking for bright and committed graduates who will bring energy, new ideas and a fresh perspective to help us become the recognised leader and transform the construction and engineering industry.

Role Overview

A Technician Engineer (Structural Engineering) is responsible for production of calculations and associated sketches for a diverse range of precast elements, as well as the provision of buildability, construction methodology and value engineering advice for live projects and tenders, as required by the business.

They work within the Centre of Excellence for Modern Methods of Construction for the Design Centre team in Worksop under the guidance of Senior Engineers.

Structural Engineers are part of the Engineering Job Family and Technical Function, which is there to ensure technical excellence, assurance and performance across all projects and opportunities from pre-project, early engagement and work winning through to detailed delivery. All of our engineers are part of our Engineering Enterprise and are aligned with our overall strategy to maximise DFMA, Digital Engineering, and Early Engagement.

You will receive the appropriate on and off the job training to allow you to become an experienced Laing O'Rourke engineer.

Key Deliverables and Accountabilities of a Structural Engineer Trainee

• Work closely with the Senior Engineers to produce calculations, ensuring safety in design and good practice.
• Preparation of sketches/drawings communicate designs.
• Preparing engineered solutions to latest Eurocodes and relevant industry guidance.
• Ensure company QA procedures are followed.
• Computer literate (MS Office including MS Word, Excel, Outlook & PowerPoint, PDF Editors).

Location

Worksop – CEMC

Apprenticeship Provider

Laing O'Rourke collaborate with trusted and approved training providers (Universities) for our apprenticeship delivery. Successful candidates will be required to make an application to our preferred provider for the apprenticeship route you have chosen.

Apprenticeship level and standard

Civil engineer / Institute for Apprenticeships and Technical Education

Entry Grades

Applicants must have either:

• 3 A Level's working towards or achieved grades of ABB. A Levels must include Maths and a Science Subject (preferably Physics)
• BTEC Extended Diploma in a construction related subject (Engineering, Civil Engineering, Construction and Built Environment etc) working towards or achieved grades of DMM. Modules studied must include ‘Further Engineering Mathematics' and preferably ‘Calculus to solve Engineering problems'
• IB Math's HL5 and another science subject HL5
• T level in Design and Development for Engineering and Manufacturing – Distinction

The Laing O'Rourke Professional Apprenticeship Programme - what can you expect?

Our professional apprenticeship programme has been developed to ensure you are supported throughout every step of your journey, combining work-based experience with off-the-job training. You will be stretched, challenged and supported by a business that views your professional development and formal qualification as a priority.

Our programme will provide a fully funded day or block release Level 4 (HNC) and/or Level 6 (degree) apprenticeship in your chosen vocation, while working as a full time Laing O'Rourke employee. It will also include a series of bespoke development modules, and technical training opportunities, strategically placed to support you at key stages of your apprenticeship journey. During the programme you will work across a range of projects, which will offer the breadth and variety to support your occupational competency and will contribute towards the achievement of your apprenticeship and professional accreditation.

Entry requirements

We are looking for candidates who meet the following criteria:

• You must be eligible to work in the UK with a valid work permit
• Entry grades will be listed within each job description and they will differ from role to role
• To qualify for this programme, you will need to have a minimum of three A-Levels/or equivalent

**The Professional Apprenticeship Programme will commence in September 2025**