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Building the next generation of engineers
Founded in 2008, Elite Precast Concrete Ltd has earned a reputation as one of the UK’s most trusted manufacturers of high-quality precast products. Its portfolio spans interlocking blocks, barriers, drainage solutions, agricultural infrastructure, EV foundations and security systems, used on major national projects including HS2, motorway upgrades, the Olympic and Commonwealth Games, Buckingham Palace and Hinkley Point.

In 2022, Elite partnered with Lloyds Animal Feeds (LAF Holdings) to expand into new sectors while maintaining core values of quality, rapid lead times and exceptional customer service.

Sustainability sits at the heart of operations, with a focus on energy efficiency, recyclability and responsible sourcing to ensure durability and environmental integrity.

About the Product Development Placement
This placement offers a Harper Adams engineering student practical experience in the design, development and delivery of new precast products, particularly for the agricultural market.

Based at Elite’s Telford headquarters, the successful candidate will support projects from concept and market analysis to production efficiency and cost optimisation, with exposure to product trials, competitor benchmarking, industry exhibitions and training.

Key aspects include:

• Conducting market research and identifying opportunities

• Designing and developing practical solutions for agricultural customers

• Supporting innovation across the product range

• Collaborating with operations and supply chain teams to streamline production

• Gaining real-world insight into commercial manufacturing and sustainability

The 52-week placement is paid at minimum wage and provides invaluable experience for a career in engineering, product design or manufacturing management.

Why Harper Adams students are a great fit
Elite values the strong engineering foundations at Harper Adams and the university’s emphasis on agri-tech innovation, sustainability and industry collaboration.

Louise Chouhan-Hodges said: “We’re really looking forward to meeting Harper Adams students and sharing the opportunities available through our Product Development Placement. It’s a chance to work on live projects that make a tangible difference—developing sustainable, practical solutions for the agricultural and infrastructure markets.”

Join Elite in shaping the future of precast innovation
Elite Precast Concrete is proud to invest in the next generation of engineers and innovators, helping them build rewarding careers while contributing to the UK’s infrastructure and agricultural progress.

To learn more or apply, contact:
Louise Chouhan-Hodges
Email: lou@eliteprecast.co.uk
Elite Precast Concrete Ltd, Unit 0, Halesfield 9, Telford, Shropshire, TF7 4QW
www.eliteprecast.co.uk