Engineering Graduate Scheme 2027

McLaren Automotive Ltd; Woking; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days' holiday

Enhanced pension scheme

Discretionary annual bonus

Private medical insurance

Life assurance

Wellbeing initiatives

Experience our cars

Discounted shopping

Employee assistance programme

Financial & mortgage advice

Job summary

McLaren Automotive Ltd seeks talented graduates for a two-year Engineering Graduate rotational programme at the McLaren Technology Centre in Woking, Surrey. You will design, develop, and deliver next-generation high-performance vehicles, gaining broad engineering experience across multiple teams.

Through four six-month rotations you’ll work on real projects with industry-leading engineers, developing technical capability and leadership skills for a future permanent role within McLaren

Qualifications

• On track to achieve, or have achieved, a 2:1 or above in a relevant Engineering degree.
• Passion for high-performance vehicle design, engineering, and innovation.
• Strong analytical and structured problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a collaborative, fast-paced team.

Responsibilities

• Gain hands-on experience across McLaren's Engineering teams through four rotations.
• Contribute to design, development, and validation of products.
• Work on components and systems integration for vehicle programmes.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate concepts into production-ready solutions.
• Assist in prototype builds, testing, and data analysis to validate designs.
• Use CAD and simulation tools to optimise components for weight and manufacturability.
• Support engineering change processes to implement design improvements.
• Coordinate with suppliers and manufacturing to meet cost, quality and timing.
• Engage in performance testing and data-driven refinements.
• Participate in professional development, innovation challenges, and knowledge-sharing.

Skills

Engineering mindset

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Collaboration

CAD experience

AI proficiency

Education

Engineering degree (2:1 or above)

Tools

CAD software

Simulation tools

Job description

What to Expect

We are recruiting talented and driven Graduates to join our world-class Engineering team at the McLaren Technology Centre in Woking, Surrey. As an Engineering Graduate, you will play a key role in designing, developing, and delivering the next generation of McLaren's high-performance vehicles - pushing the boundaries of automotive innovation, performance, and quality.

This is a two-year rotational programme (4 x six-month placements) designed to give you broad experience across McLaren's Engineering function. You'll work on real projects, alongside industry-leading Engineers, developing your technical expertise, creativity, and leadership skills - preparing you for a future permanent role within McLaren Engineering.

Please note this is an on-site position.

What You'll Do

Through four diverse rotations, you will gain hands-on experience across McLaren's Engineering teams, including Vehicle Development, Design Engineering, Project Management, Powertrain, Chassis & Vehicle Technology, Body Engineering, and Electrical Systems & Controls.

You will contribute directly to the design, development, and validation of our products. Potential areas of focus include:

• Supporting the design, analysis, and integration of components and systems into new and existing vehicle programmes.
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to translate engineering concepts into production-ready solutions.
• Assisting in prototype builds, testing, and data analysis to validate designs against performance, durability, and quality targets.
• Using CAD and simulation tools to develop, model, and optimise components for weight, strength, and manufacturability.
• Contributing to engineering change processes to implement design improvements.
• Working with suppliers and internal manufacturing teams to ensure designs meet cost, quality, and timing requirements.
• Supporting problem-solving activities for engineering issues during build and testing phases.
• Participating in vehicle performance testing, capturing and analysing data to feed into engineering refinements.
• Alongside your rotations, you'll take part in professional development activities, innovation challenges, and knowledge-sharing sessions to sharpen your technical capability and leadership potential.

What You'll Bring

• On track to achieve, or have achieved, a 2:1 or above in a relevant Engineering degree.
• Passion for high-performance vehicle design, engineering, and innovation.
• Strong analytical and structured problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a collaborative, fast-paced team.
• Experience with CAD software, engineering analysis tools, or simulation packages is advantageous.

You must also bring a passion for cars, and a desire to work at the cutting edge of the automotive industry within our R&D business area.

Personal Attributes

• Engineering mindset – a passion for precision, performance, and problem-solving.
• Innovation drive – enthusiasm for creating and refining cutting-edge engineering solutions.
• Attention to detail – meticulous in design, analysis, and documentation.
• Continuous improvement focus – motivated to challenge the status quo and seek better ways of working.
• Adaptability – comfortable working across different technical disciplines and project phases.
• Collaboration – strong team player, building productive relationships across disciplines.
• Resilience – thrives in high-pressure, time-critical situations.
• Ownership – takes responsibility and follows through on commitments.
• Clear communication – able to explain complex technical information to diverse audiences.
• AI Proficiency – Comfortable using AI tools ethically and effectively to support learning, productivity, innovation, and problem-solving.
• Passion for performance engineering – aligned with McLaren's vision and dedication to excellence.

What We'll Do for You

• 25 days' holiday, plus bank holidays. Annual buy & sell up to five days.
• Enhanced company pension scheme
• Discretionary annual bonus award
• Private medical insurance and health cash plan
• Life assurance benefit
• Benefits you can adapt to your lifestyle, such as discounted shopping
• A range of wellbeing initiatives, such as employee assistance programme and free financial & mortgage advice
• Opportunities to experience our fantastic cars
• Qualifying criteria apply

Who Are We?

No restraints. No limitations. We don't simply push boundaries. We completely rethink them. McLaren Automotive exists to create breath-taking performance road cars.

It takes a community to do what we do. A diverse group of people with many areas of expertise, united by their passion to deliver visionary products and set new benchmarks.

McLaren Automotive commits to equal opportunity for all. Diversity, Equality and Inclusion is at the heart of our impact. It drives our innovation and enables us to truly create something special. Join us on our journey.