Step Into the Future of Engineering
Student Placement Programme
After a dynamic onboarding experience, you'll dive straight into delivering hands-on training sessions and supporting customers via our technical helpdesk. You’ll be part of a collaborative team of expert engineers, solving real-world design challenges and helping users get the most out of SOLIDWORKS.
Applications are now closed!
Placement Programme Details
At Solid Solutions, you’ll gain practical experience, build lasting connections, and work on meaningful projects from day one. You’ll be part of a culture that values flexibility, innovation, and inclusivity—where your ideas matter and your growth is supported.
Qualification: Currently studying an Engineering or Product Design related course.
What You'll Get
- Salary - £24,500 + performance bonuses
- Benefits - Flexible perks + company-wide social events
- Training - Extensive SOLIDWORKS certification & mentoring
- Career Progression - Potential conditional offer for graduate programme
Placement Type: 12 - 14 Months Available
Location: Opportunities available across our UK and Ireland offices, including, Leamington Spa, Furness Vale, Chepstow, Fareham, Leeds, Sheffield, Durham, Chilton, Belfast, and Dublin.
Your Mindset and Approach
Who We're Looking For
£2,544/ 12 month term
We’re building the next generation of technical talent. If you’re driven, curious, and ready to make an impact, we want to hear from you. Ideal candidates will demonstrate:
- A proactive mindset and eagerness to learn
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Initiative and problem-solving ability—especially when the path isn’t obvious
- Confidence in tackling engineering and CAD-related challenges
- A passion for teaching and empowering others through training
Your Professional Strengths
Professional Experience and Skill Set
£3,156/ 12 month term
You don’t need prior SOLIDWORKS experience, we’ll provide world-class training and ongoing technical development.
Essential qualifications include:
- Some familiarity with CAD tools
- A customer-first attitude
- A hunger to grow and succeed in a dynamic tech environment
- Lateral thinking and a desire to support real engineering design teams
Why Work for Solid Solutions?
Solid Solutions is a fast-paced, energetic workplace where innovation meets opportunity. Most of our placement students return as full-time team members after graduation, and many now lead in senior roles across the business.