Engineering Industrial Placement - Real-World Engineering

ExxonMobil; Fawley; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

ExxonMobil UK invites applications for a 13-month Industrial Placement commencing July 2027. You will join a diverse engineering team at the Fawley Petrochemical Complex or nearby Hythe Fuel Terminal, tackling real projects from day one.

We seek candidates with a minimum 2:1 in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering, strong personal effectiveness, and the drive to influence outcomes through collaboration with operations and engineering teams.

Qualifications

• Be expecting a minimum of a 2:1 Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering.
• Be seeking a 13 month Industrial Placement commencing in July 2027.
• Demonstrate strong personal effectiveness, leadership potential and the ability to influence outcomes through collaboration.
• If studying a different engineering discipline, provide additional context around degree discipline in a cover letter.

Responsibilities

• Complete onsite inspections and develop repair plans for critical equipment.
• Troubleshoot plant issues and provide technical support for daily operations.
• Design new equipment to improve safety, efficiency and reliability of plants.
• Take ownership from day one in a supportive learning environment, developing technically and professionally.

Education

2:1 Bachelor’s degree in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering

Job description

ExxonMobil UK invites applications for a 13-month Industrial Placement commencing July 2027. You will join a diverse engineering team at the Fawley Petrochemical Complex or nearby Hythe Fuel Terminal, tackling real projects from day one.

We seek candidates with a minimum 2:1 in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering, strong personal effectiveness, and the drive to influence outcomes through collaboration with operations and engineering teams.