Electrochemistry Placement 2027

Cummins; Wolverton; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Cummins invites applications for a placement year in Battery Technology within the Accelera unit in Milton Keynes. The role runs Summer 2027, onsite three days per week, with travel/relocation as needed. You will gain exposure to design, testing, and data analysis of lithium-ion systems.

You’ll work with scientists and engineers on lab instrumentation, develop software tools, and learn how battery performance ages under real-world conditions.

Qualifications

• Currently studying towards a BEng or MEng degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Physics or a related discipline. Ideally, a student who has completed 2 years of the degree.
• Familiarity with CAD software and engineering design principles would be beneficial.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Good work ethic, sense of ownership and responsibility.
• Enthusiasm for experimental engineering and hands-on laboratory work.
• Good communication and presentation skills.
• Excellent organisation and time management skills.
• Experience using Python, MATLAB or other technical computing tools would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Support the design, assembly and operation of experimental lithium-ion battery test systems.
• Learn how advanced battery cells are characterised, validated and evaluated throughout their life cycle.
• Assist in the development of laboratory equipment and instrumentation used to investigate battery performance and ageing.
• Plan and execute experimental investigations involving battery cells and supporting hardware.
• Analyse large datasets using engineering and data analysis tools to identify key trends and insights.
• Develop software-based tools and visualisations to support interpretation of experimental results.
• Present findings and recommendations through technical reports and project reviews.
• Collaborate with Scientists, Engineers and Technicians on advanced battery development projects.
• Develop an understanding of how mechanical, thermal and electrical factors influence battery performance and durability.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Communication

Time management

Hands-on laboratory work

Education

BEng or MEng in Mechanical/Automotive/Aerospace/Electrical/Mechatronics or Physics (2 years completed)

Tools

CAD software

Python

MATLAB

Job description

We are looking for an enthusiastic student to join our team specializing in Battery Technology within our Accelera business unit in Milton Keynes.

During your placement with us, you will learn how a major global organization operates, gaining the tools and exposure you will need to become an expert in the industry and power your potential!

This role is available to candidates who qualify for a placement year and will commence in Summer 2027. The requirements are to be onsite for 3 days per week so you will need to be able to travel or relocate to the location on your own behalf.

External Qualifications and Competencies

In this role, you will make an impact in the following ways:

• Support the design, assembly and operation of experimental lithium-ion battery test systems.
• Learn how advanced battery cells are characterised, validated and evaluated throughout their life cycle.
• Assist in the development of laboratory equipment and instrumentation used to investigate battery performance and ageing.
• Plan and execute experimental investigations involving battery cells and supporting hardware.
• Analyse large datasets using engineering and data analysis tools to identify key trends and insights.
• Develop software-based tools and visualisations to support interpretation of experimental results.
• Present findings and recommendations through technical reports and project reviews.
• Collaborate with Scientists, Engineers and Technicians on advanced battery development projects.
• Develop an understanding of how mechanical, thermal and electrical factors influence battery performance and durability.

Additional Responsibilities Unique to this Position

To be successful in this role you will need the following:

• Currently studying towards a BEng or MEng degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Physics or a related discipline. Ideally, a student who has completed 2 years of the degree.
• Familiarity with CAD software and engineering design principles would be beneficial.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Good work ethic, sense of ownership and responsibility.
• Enthusiasm for experimental engineering and hands-on laboratory work.
• Good communication and presentation skills.
• Excellent organisation and time management skills.
• Experience using Python, MATLAB or other technical computing tools would be advantageous.

About the Company

Cummins is an equal opportunity employer. Our policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to race, sex, color, disability, national origin, age, religion, union affiliation, sexual orientation, veteran status, citizenship, gender identity, or other status protected by law.