Mechanical Engineering Placement – Nuclear Infrastructure

Cooper & Hall Limited; West of England; Hybrid; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Cooper & Hall Limited in Bristol is offering a Mechanical Engineering Industrial Placement on the Sizewell C project. This 12-month programme lets you work on real-world challenges under the guidance of experienced engineers, with mentors to support your development.

You will gain hands-on experience across the full lifecycle of a major infrastructure project, learn to review drawings, calculations and specifications, and collaborate with teams across engineering, construction and project

Qualifications

• Studying towards a degree in Mechanical Engineering or closely related discipline.
• Interested in applying engineering principles to real‑world challenges.
• A logical thinker with an analytical approach to problem solving.
• Able to communicate technical information clearly.
• Keen to learn, ask questions and take responsibility for development.
• Passionate about developing a career in engineering and major infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Supporting mechanical engineers with the development, review and delivery of engineering solutions.
• Building your understanding of mechanical systems, equipment and components used within a major infrastructure project.
• Reviewing technical information, drawings, calculations and specifications.
• Supporting engineering assurance and helping ensure work meets appropriate quality and safety requirements.
• Working with colleagues across engineering, construction, project management, supply chain and other technical disciplines.
• Attending technical meetings and contributing ideas as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Skills

Mechanical engineering

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication

Team collaboration

Willingness to learn

Education

Pursuing Mechanical Engineering degree

Job description

Cooper & Hall Limited in Bristol is offering a Mechanical Engineering Industrial Placement on the Sizewell C project. This 12-month programme lets you work on real-world challenges under the guidance of experienced engineers, with mentors to support your development.

You will gain hands-on experience across the full lifecycle of a major infrastructure project, learn to review drawings, calculations and specifications, and collaborate with teams across engineering, construction and project