Mechanical Design Engineering Placement – 12‑Month Intern

Sensata Technologies; Newtownabbey; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free onsite parking

Comprehensive induction programme for

33 days holidays (pro-rated)

Job summary

Sensata Technologies is seeking high-calibre placement students for a 12 Month Placement in Newtownabbey, supporting development of world‑leading mechanical products. You will contribute to component and assembly design, CAD work, prototyping, testing, and design changes within a dynamic global team.

Essential criteria include enrolled Honours in Mechanical Engineering, 3D CAD and 2D drawing experience, strong communication, and a proactive, team‑oriented approach.

Qualifications

• Enrolment and partial completion of Honours degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• Experience in 3D CAD packages & 2D drawing preparation.
• Excellent communication (both written and verbal) & interpersonal skills.
• Initiative, team working, research & problem-solving skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Component & Assembly Design, CAD studies and 2D Drawings.
• Organising & building of prototype components.
• Conducting mechanical component testing & report writing.
• Processing design changes using PLM system.
• General Engineering Team support activities.

Skills

3D CAD packages

2D drawing

Communication

Teamwork

Problem solving

Education

Honours degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

CATIA

Microsoft Office

Job description

Sensata Technologies is seeking high-calibre placement students for a 12 Month Placement in Newtownabbey, supporting development of world‑leading mechanical products. You will contribute to component and assembly design, CAD work, prototyping, testing, and design changes within a dynamic global team.

Essential criteria include enrolled Honours in Mechanical Engineering, 3D CAD and 2D drawing experience, strong communication, and a proactive, team‑oriented approach.