The apprentice will be supporting the engineering team in producing technical drawings for overhead lines. This includes:
The MicroStation 2D/3D CAD:
Production of Scheme layout plans and OHL route plans.
Production of insulator set drawings from individual components.
Production of earthing diagrams from engineer’s sketches.
Production of stage-by-stage diagrams from scope documents.
Production of Condition Assessment templates.
Production of Panel Weight drawings.
Production of tower & gantry wire frame models from general arrangement drawings.
Creating 3D pole models – and associated GA drawings and Material lists.
Solid Edge 3D CAD:
Tower modelling from original GA drawings or site measurements.
Production of new tower GA drawings, material/ bolt lists & piece small details.
Production of component drawings and fabrication details.
LV wood pole Assemblies.
Due to the nature of the business and the typically ongoing nature of projects, you will be expected to undertake additional duties outside the general description outlined above.
Training Outcome:Career progression within the CAD team can progress from apprentice to Draughtsperson, to Senior Draughtsperson, Principal Draughtsperson and Technical Lead.
Other career routes including overhead line engineering and planning.Employer Description:LSTC is an engineering consultancy offering services to the UK’s energy sector. We specialise in planning and consents, land surveying, land investigations and testing, design services and engineering consultancy for overhead line, underground cables and substation systems together with earthing and lightning protection in the UK.
Our challenge is linked to the rapid expansion of Nationally Significant Infrastructure Projects required to support the UK’s Net Zero commitments. With government targets to reduce emissions by 81% by 2035, demand for power infrastructure has significantly increased, placing pressure on engineering consultancies to deliver complex projects at scale.
At the same time, the UK faces a shortage of skilled professionals – 1 million engineers by 2030. This creates a clear risk to our ability to resource projects, particularly within Overhead Line where specialist technical skills take years to develop and are extremely difficult to recruit.
It is therefore imperative that we invest in training our own engineers. In additional to on-the-job training for all employees, we have an established apprenticeship programme, taking school/college/UTC leavers through to degree, master’s and chartered status, if applicable.Working Hours :08:00 – 16:30 Monday to Thursday. Friday TBC.Skills: Communication skills,Team working,Initiative,Willingness to learn,Adaptability,Resilience,Reliability,Time management....Read more...
Mechanical AssociateAbout the RoleA large multi-office consultancy is seeking a Mechanical Associate to join their growing team. This is an exciting opportunity for a technically strong and commercially aware professional to lead multiple projects, manage client relationships, and support the development of engineering staff within a dynamic consulting environment.The successful candidate will demonstrate excellent project management capability, strong leadership skills, and a commitment to delivering high-quality engineering solutions to clients.Key ResponsibilitiesAct as the primary point of contact for clients, ensuring projects are delivered to the highest standards and client expectations are exceeded.Lead and support engineering consultants across multiple projects to ensure successful delivery on time and within budget.Build and maintain strong relationships with existing and prospective clients to support business development opportunities.Manage project workloads, resources, and staff allocation to maximise efficiency and productivity.Mentor, support, and develop junior and trainee engineers through effective leadership and technical guidance.Collaborate closely with Project Managers, technical teams, and support staff to ensure coordinated project delivery.Ensure all work complies with internal Quality Management Systems, ISO standards, and relevant legislation.Review and approve technical documentation in line with company procedures and industry standards.Maintain up-to-date knowledge of building services engineering systems and emerging industry developments.Deliver presentations to project teams and clients where required.Monitor project fee input, resource allocation, and man-hour commitments, reporting as necessary.Uphold all security procedures and commercial confidentiality requirements.Support the Directors and wider business in achieving operational and strategic objectives.About YouYou will be a proactive and driven professional with strong technical expertise and excellent communication skills. You will thrive in a collaborative environment and be confident managing both people and projects.Skills & ExperienceDegree qualified in Engineering (BEng Hons or equivalent).Chartered Engineer status preferred, although equivalent industry experience will also be considered.Proven experience within a consulting engineering environment.Strong project management and organisational skills.Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.Demonstrated leadership capability with experience managing and developing engineering teams.A strong sense of ownership, accountability, and professional responsibility.Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities effectively.What They OfferOpportunity to work on a diverse portfolio of exciting projects.Supportive and collaborative working environment.Professional development and career progression opportunities.Competitive salary and benefits package.If you are looking to take the next step in your engineering career and play a key role in delivering high-quality building services projects, we would love to hear from you.....Read more...
