Design & Development Engineer Placement 2027 (Onsite)

Cummins; Cwmbran; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Full time

Job summary

Cummins is seeking a Student Engineer for the Drivetrain and Braking Systems team in Cwmbran, Wales. The placement provides hands-on design and development experience within a global organization, with exposure to real automotive projects.

The role is available to placement-year students, starts Summer 2027, and is onsite. You will learn about industry standards, simulation techniques, and contribute to an individual project to advance your engineering skills.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in an accredited engineering degree; Mechanical preferred or transferable.
• Demonstrate adaptability and ability to work independently within a team.
• Interest in automotive industry and global corporate environment.

Responsibilities

• Work on live projects under supervision of an experienced engineer.
• Participate in detailed design of components to industry standards.
• Create construction or tolerance layouts and test physical components for performance.

Education

Currently studying for an accredited engineering degree, preferably Mechanical Engineering or transferable

Independent working

Teamwork

Adaptability

Interest in automotive industry

Job description

Cummins is seeking a Student Engineer for the Drivetrain and Braking Systems team in Cwmbran, Wales. The placement provides hands-on design and development experience within a global organization, with exposure to real automotive projects.

The role is available to placement-year students, starts Summer 2027, and is onsite. You will learn about industry standards, simulation techniques, and contribute to an individual project to advance your engineering skills.