Engineering Management Placement

weServed; Walsall; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 15,000; Full time

Job summary

Babcock is offering an Engineering Management Undergraduate Placement Year in Walsall. You will contribute to planning, design, integration and testing across national defence and public safety projects, while developing leadership and project-management skills under experienced mentors.

This placement is designed to prepare you for a future engineering leadership role and may lead to a graduate programme. Applicants should be working towards an undergraduate engineering degree (Electrical or

Qualifications

• Studying towards an undergraduate degree in engineering (Electrical or Systems preferred).
• UK BPSS and SC security clearance eligibility required.

Responsibilities

• Support planning and delivery of engineering projects with design, integration and testing activities.
• Help manage project documentation, schedules, risks, changes and stakeholder requirements.
• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams and engage with suppliers and technical reviews.
• Develop communication and collaboration skills for future engineering leadership.

Job description

Engineering Management Undergraduate Placement Year

Programme title: Engineering Management Placement Year

Location: Stockton Close, Walsall, WS2 8LD

Application closing date: 20 October 2026

Start date: September 2027

Role ID: 74734

What you’ll do

You’ll play a vital role in delivering engineering solutions that support national defence and public safety. From enabling specialist vehicle programmes for the Metropolitan Police to supporting complex armoured and civilian platforms, your work will help ensure these assets are safe, reliable, and ready for deployment.

Throughout your placement year, you’ll gain exposure to a wide range of engineering management activities. You’ll support the planning and delivery of projects, working alongside engineers and project teams to coordinate design, integration, and testing activities to meet programme requirements. You’ll also contribute to project documentation, track progress against schedules, and help manage risks, changes, and stakeholder requirements.

Working within multi-disciplinary teams, you’ll develop strong communication and collaboration skills while gaining an understanding of how complex engineering programmes are delivered. You’ll engage with suppliers, support technical reviews, and contribute to problem-solving and continuous improvement initiatives that help keep projects on track.

Throughout the programme, you’ll be supported by experienced mentors and a structured development plan designed to build your confidence across engineering and management disciplines, helping you develop the skills needed for a future career in engineering leadership.

What you’ll get out of it

Our placements are about more than work experience – they’re an opportunity to immerse yourself in life at Babcock, form meaningful connections, and develop skills that will set you up for your future career. You’ll work alongside supportive colleagues and gain guidance from experienced professionals every step of the way.

We value the fresh perspectives and innovative ideas that placement students bring to our team. We believe you have the potential to shape the future of our business. But we also understand that this placement is as much about you assessing what’s right for you as it is about us getting to know you. Perform well, and you could be considered for a position on our graduate programme – your journey with Babcock could just be getting started.

What you’ll need

You’ll need to be studying towards an undergraduate degree in engineering. Degrees in Electrical Engineering or Systems Engineering are preferred.

Many of our programmes are subject to Security Clearance and Trade Control restrictions which mean that your place of birth, nationality, citizenship, or residency you hold or have held may impact which programmes you are eligible for. For this programme, you must be able to achieve and maintain Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) and Security Check (SC) clearance. For further details, visit GOV.UK and search ‘United Kingdom Security Vetting: clearance levels.

Application process and important information

We're a Disability Confident Employer. If you require additional support or adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know when you apply. Our team will contact you after receiving your application to discuss your requirements and the support available.

We’re committed to building an inclusive culture where everyone’s free to thrive. We are happy to talk about flexible working – please ask about alternative patterns of work at interview.