Early Career STEM Positions - Expression of Interest
At BRE, we're always looking to connect with talented individuals who are passionate about science, engineering, testing, quality, and innovation.
We're inviting expressions of interest from candidates with a STEM background who would like to be considered for future opportunities across our teams.
About BRE
BRE is a world-leading building science centre, helping improve buildings, infrastructure, products and systems through testing, certification, inspection and research. Our teams work with manufacturers, developers and industry stakeholders to ensure products and systems meet rigorous quality, safety and performance standards.
Who We're Looking For
We're keen to hear from individuals who have qualifications, experience or a strong interest in STEM-related fields, including:
Engineering (all disciplines)
Physical or applied sciences
Building technology and construction
Product testing and certification
Quality assurance
Laboratory sciences
Technical operations
Manufacturing and production environments
Candidates may have gained experience through:
Laboratory work
Engineering roles
Technician positions
Product testing environments
Quality control or assurance activities
Research and development projects
Industrial placements, apprenticeships or graduate programmes
What Makes a Great Candidate?
We're interested in people who:
Enjoy solving technical problems
Have strong attention to detail
Can analyse data and interpret results
Communicate clearly with technical and non-technical audiences
Thrive in collaborative environments
Have a passion for quality, safety and continuous improvement
Are keen to build a career within a leading technical organisation
Why Register Your Interest?
By submitting an expression of interest, you'll become part of our talent community and may be contacted when suitable opportunities arise.
How to Apply
Please submit your CV and a brief summary outlining:
Your STEM background
Relevant technical experience
While this is not for an immediate vacancy, we're excited to hear from individuals who are interested in future opportunities and building a rewarding career with BRE.
Why Join BRE?
At BRE, we offer a competitive salary, reviewed annually, along with a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your financial security, well-being, and career development.
Financial & Security Benefits
Pension scheme – 5% employer-matched contribution
Life assurance – 4x your basic salary
Enhanced maternity package
Health & Wellbeing
HealthPartners cashback scheme – Reclaim costs on prescriptions, physiotherapy, dental care, and more
Onsite facilities – Restaurant, nursery, and free parking, including at-cost EV charging points
Career Development
Learning & development – Free access to BRE Academy and our online learning platform
Professional membership reimbursement
For full details on our benefits, visit: BRE Employee Benefits
Work Location Options
Most of our Assurance roles require a full-time presence at our Watford based Science Park. However, some roles are of a hybrid nature and may be able to work from home 1-3 days per week. As part of this process we are ideally looking for interest from candidates within a commutable distance of our Watford site.
Our Recruitment Process
As part of our recruitment process we will be conducting 10-30 minute phone screening calls via an AI recruiter called Ryan with all suitable candidates. The information gathered from this screening will be used to help assess your suitability for any future positions.
Note to Employment Agencies
At BRE, we value the relationships we have built with our preferred recruitment partners. We do not accept unsolicited CVs from employment agencies. Any CVs submitted directly to a BRE employee or hiring manager without a signed BRE Employment Agency Agreement and an active engagement for the specific role will be considered unsolicited. In such cases, no fees will be payable should the candidate be hired through this or any other means.
Equal Opportunities Statement
BRE is an equal opportunities employer. We assess all qualified applicants based on merit and do not discriminate on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristics.
- Locations
- Watford
About BRE
BRE contributes to a thriving and sustainable world by developing science-led solutions to built environment challenges. Our vision is to be the world-leading innovation, science, and data hub for the built environment. We’re ambitious in terms of quality and global scope. We want governments and commercial markets to recognise us and demand our services, products and solutions. We want to be world-class, innovative, science-led and provide solutions.