UNDERGRADUATE Product engineering
PRODUCT ENGINEERING UNDERGRADUATE
Duration: 12 months
Location: West Midlands (Multiple Sites), Manchester
Salary: £19,492
Our strong heritage in engineering means we’re best placed to power the future of movement. And right now, we’re putting more energy than ever into reimagining what that looks like. It makes for meaningful work that’s always evolving in an environment that is collaborative, open, diverse and dynamic. We’re engineering the future of movement.
The scale of our knowledge and expertise informs our ambition. So the scope to take us even further, faster, is unlimited. Our Engineering undergraduates don’t just get to define modern luxury design that is better for the planet. We invest in them with an ever-evolving range of training and technology, wrapped up in a collaborative approach to developing their skills and knowledge where career development is decided in consultation.
Here, you’ll get to put your theory into practice on real life projects. You’ll start to build a professional network that is as supportive as it is social: there’s a wealth of expertise to share and a willingness to help each other learn. And from the start, you’ll be guided to make sure you get out as much as you put in.
Pathways
Software
Applications closed
Our future-focused vehicles incorporate some of the most advanced technology in everyday use on the planet, utilising software that is essential in advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS), Infotainment and new electric propulsion. That puts our Software Engineers at the heart of innovating world-class products, and at the forefront of moving automotive.
As a successful undergraduate in this area of engineering, you will work alongside experienced engineers who will guide and support your growth into becoming an experienced member of the software engineering community.
During your placement, you’ll work within one of our software teams to deliver best quality, reliable features that delight customers – gaining valuable insight into robust design and implementation and advanced validation techniques or developing tools and processes to support the work of our engineering teams. Along the way, you could find yourself operating within our body chassis, vehicle engineering, engineering operations, powertrain, digital products platform (DPP) or research divisions.
CESS
What you'll need
You will need to be on track to achieve at least a 2.2 degree in software engineering, computer science, cyber engineering or a related discipline.
Equally importantly, you will require a real passion for problem solving and the curiosity to understand business challenges and deliver innovative solutions, backed by strong numerical and interpersonal skills and the confidence to champion new initiatives.
what you'll need
Please note that our undergraduate placement opportunities are open only to penultimate-year students (those who will be returning to their final year of study after their placement with us). All our undergraduate programmes have a fixed start date, commencing 3 July 2023.
You need to be on track for a 2:2 or above. Please only apply to one of our undergraduate programmes. We want you to be confident in the path you’ve chosen – using your qualifications, developing your skills and appealing to your interest.
WHY JOIN?
Develop
Engage in a learning programme, delivered by an industry-recognised provider. Develop core skills and technical learning to excel on your placement.
Experience
Learn and grow from industry-leading experts with your personal and professional development as their focus – together, we achieve great things!
Community
Join a community of Undergraduates and early careers hires. From rock-climbing and football to coffee roulettes and festive fun – there’s lots to enjoy!
Apply
Deliver on crucial projects. Gain real experiences to enhance your degree. Make an impact and you’ll fast-track your offer to join our Graduate scheme.
DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION
At Jaguar Land Rover we are passionate about our people. We are committed to fostering a more diverse, inclusive and unified culture that is representative of our customers and the society in which we live; a culture where every one of our employees can bring their authentic self to work and feel empowered to reach their full potential.
Find out more about our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion at Jaguar Land Rover.
Meet some undergraduates
The Undergraduate Programme allows for the freedom to explore roles within Jaguar Land Rover, from shadowing for just a day to venturing on a placement and delving into a unique project over the course of several months. This breadth of experience has allowed an unparalleled expansion of my skillset and has broadened my knowledge of the internal workings of Jaguar Land Rover, enabling me to realise and develop my strengths, ultimately finding the best career path for me.
DYLAN
Product Engineering, Hardware and Mechatronics Undergraduate
I have recently joined Jaguar Land Rover on the Design Undergraduate Programme. It’s a real ‘pinch yourself’ moment walking into the Design studios every day, seeing the future of Jaguar and Land Rover being created around you. It’s an amazing place to learn whilst being part of a talented and diverse team – I’m so excited to be spending the year here and seeing what the future holds for me.
HARRY
Design Studio Modelling Undergraduate
CONTACT
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