Summer Electrical Engineer Placement - Field Design

Kier Group; Lewes; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Practical experience

Skill improvement

Networking

Career insight

Employment opportunities

Job summary

Kier Group is offering a Summer Placement Electrical Engineer Student role in Falmer, East Sussex, connected to our Infrastructure team. The placement runs 8 weeks at 40 hours per week, with a July 2027 start and a starting salary of £27,976 per annum.

You will work on the Southern Water framework and gain hands-on experience in electrical design and project delivery. You will be mentored by experienced professionals, develop practical knowledge across electrical systems, and build a foundation

Qualifications

• Pursuing a degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Must be returning to university after placement.
• Strong interest in electrical engineering and project management.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Hold a full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the design and development of electrical systems for projects.
• Support preparation of detailed drawings, specifications and reports.
• Conduct site visits to monitor progress and ensure design compliance, safety and quality.
• Collaborate with project managers, architects, engineers and contractors to facilitate communication.
• Assist in the preparation of technical reports and project updates.

Skills

Electrical engineering interest

Project management

Organizational skills

Time management

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Driving licence (UK)

Education

Electrical Engineering degree

Returning to university

Job description

Kier Group is offering a Summer Placement Electrical Engineer Student role in Falmer, East Sussex, connected to our Infrastructure team. The placement runs 8 weeks at 40 hours per week, with a July 2027 start and a starting salary of £27,976 per annum.

You will work on the Southern Water framework and gain hands-on experience in electrical design and project delivery. You will be mentored by experienced professionals, develop practical knowledge across electrical systems, and build a foundation