Mechanical Engineering Industrial Placement

Phillips 66; South Killingholme; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free daily lunch on site

Free accommodation for first 6 weeks

Onsite gym access

Job summary

Phillips 66 Humber Refinery invites applications for a one-year Mechanical Engineering Industrial Placement starting summer 2027. You will work on projects across central engineering, rotating machinery, business support and fitness-for-service roles, mentored by experienced engineers.

You will gain hands-on experience, document competencies for IMechE Chartered Status, and may be considered for a graduate position after graduation. Accommodation and meals are provided during the first weeks.

Qualifications

• Motivated engineering student seeking hands-on experience in energy/engineering.
• Willingness to travel between site locations with a UK driving licence.
• Strong teamwork, problem-solving and communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Support maintenance project work, including equipment and piping repairs and upgrades.
• Develop understanding of design codes and project engineering practices.
• Gain exposure to refinery operations and multi-disciplinary teams.
• Contribute to safety and reliability initiatives across fixed equipment.

Skills

Mechanical engineering

Communication skills

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Safety awareness

Self-organisation

Education

2:1 in Mechanical Engineering degree

Full UK driving licence

Job description

Phillips 66 & YOU - Together we can fuel the future

Phillips 66 has been operating in the UK for over 65 years and we are as excited about our future as we are proud of our past. We are committed to improving lives, and that is our promise to our employees and communities. We are sustained by the backgrounds and experiences of our diverse teams, which reflect who we are, the environment we create and how we work together. Our company is built on values of safety, honour and commitment. We call our cultural mindset Our Energy in Action, which we define through four simple, intuitive behaviors: We work for the greater good, cultivate an environment of trust, seek different perspectives and pursue excellence. Our employees are the heart of our success, and there is a reason why we continue to attract great talent and it’s not just the excellent benefits package, or the opportunities for personal growth, it’s also the caring and committed culture of the organisation that makes everyone feel like they can bring their authentic self to work and be truly part of our team.

Mechanical Engineering Industrial Placement

If you want work experience that really counts, consider a placement with Phillips 66. We are now looking for Mechanical Engineering students to join us for a one-year industrial placement starting in summer 2027. This is a fantastic opportunity to put your theoretical skills into practice and gain invaluable experience within a dynamic business environment.

During your placement, you will work on specific projects alongside our experienced Mechanical Engineers. Should you do well during your time with us, you may be considered for a graduate position upon completion of your degree.

The placement provides an excellent opportunity for the candidates to commence recording experiences that contribute as evidence towards IMechE Chartered Status. We run an approved MPDS Scheme for our graduates and will provide you with a mentor throughout the placement. We will assist with all aspects to ensure your competencies are fully documented so this experience is permitted when you come to register.

Candidates will obtain an appreciation in at least 2 positions from the 4 below:

Central Engineering Role– Join our team accountable for completion of Maintenance Project Work including equipment and piping repair, modification and replacement. This will provide an opportunity to develop your understanding of pressure vessel/heat exchanger design codes, piping design codes, project engineering & budgeting practices.

Rotating Machinery Role– Join our team accountable for the mechanical integrity and reliability of machinery repair, modification and replacement, providing an opportunity to improve your knowledge of pumps, compressors, gas and steam turbines used on a refinery.

Business Team Role– Working as part of a business team, you will gain experience of how maintenance and operations function as one team on a large complex industrial plant. With support you will provide technical assistance to the refinery operations & maintenance teams. Troubleshooting emergent problems on all the Business Unit mechanical assets (pumps, compressors, heat exchangers, pipework etc.).

Fitness for Service Role– Working with the Lead Fixed Equipment Engineer, who is accountable for the assessment of mechanical defects found through our continued inspection programs, process hazard analysis programs and equipment repairs and upgrades. This includes technical hand calculations as well as use of modern software applications across all types of fixed equipment located on a refinery (Heaters, Storage Tanks, Pressure Vessels, Piping, Heat Exchangers). Ultimately this department ensures the safe and reliable operation of the refinery.

Qualifications And Education

• You are a motivated and proactive engineering student who relishes a challenge, as well as having an interest in Mechanical Engineering in the energy sector.
• Working towards a minimum 2:1 in a Mechanical Engineering discipline degree (recent graduates also considered)
• Good engineering/technical knowledge
• We really value previous work experience gained through industrial summer placements, internships, and work experience. Make sure you tell us about this if you have it, particularly where you have developed your team-working, organisation, and problem-solving skills
• Full UK driving licence required to be able to travel to different site locations as part of the role.

What are we looking for?

• Good communication skills (written and verbal),
• Ability to apply knowledge to real-life challenges and create innovative solutions,
• Ability to work in multi-disciplinary teams,
• Good safety awareness,Self-organizing to meet deadlines and deliver on projects.
• Confidence to work on your own initiative.

What Phillips 66 Can Offer You

• Competitive Salary ranging between £29,580 and £36,408 per annum pro-rated, dependent on level of study completed and degree.
• Opportunity to get real industrial experience with responsibility and accountability.
• Ability to integrate and learn from experienced professionals.
• Opportunity to become part of our Early Careers Network and take part in fun, informative and social activities.
• Free daily lunch whilst working on site
• Free accommodation for the first 6 weeks of your placement so you can get to know the area and other students.
• Free access to our onsite gym

Providing Energy. Improving Lives.

The Humber Refinery is playing its part of the UK’s decarbonisation efforts.

As a part of the UK Government’s net zero ambition, the Humber Refinery is on a journey to become the Refinery of the Future. With proposed plans for a number of projects including to implement a first-of-a-kind FCC carbon capture project, the Humber Refinery is part of Humber Zero, a world-scale concept to reduce UK industry carbon emissions, saving up to 8 million tonnes of CO2 by 2030 from the Immingham industrial area.

On top of this, the Humber Refinery is the UK’s only refiner producing Sustainable Aviation Fuel at scale. It is also the only European facility producing battery anode coke, which forms a critical component for lithium-ion batteries used in electrical vehicles and in consumer electronics. Our current production of battery anode coke is equivalent to placing 1.3 million EVs on the road every year, and we are developing multiple projects to expand this capability.

We are on an exciting journey, are you ready to join us?

Phillips 66 has more than 140 years of experience in providing the energy that enables people to dream bigger and go farther, faster. We are committed to improving lives, and that is our promise to our employees and our communities. We are sustained by the backgrounds and experiences of our diverse teams, which reflect who we are, the environment we create and how we work together. We have been recognized by the Human Rights Campaign, U.S. Department of Labor and the Military Times for our continued commitment to inclusive practices and policies in the hiring and retention of those in the LGBTQ+ community and military veterans. Our company is built on values of safety, honor and commitment. We call our cultural mindset Our Energy in Action, which we define through four simple, intuitive behaviors: We work for the greater good, cultivate an environment of trust, seek different perspectives and pursue excellence.

Learn more about Phillips 66 and how we are working to meet the world's energy needs today and tomorrow, by visiting phillips66.com.

Phillips 66 is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Closing date: 11/08/2026