Placement student - Electrochemistry

Cummins Europe; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

Cummins Inc. in Milton Keynes is offering a placement student position in Electrochemistry within Battery Technology. The role is on-site, requires 3 days per week, and starts Summer 2027. You will work closely with scientists and engineers to learn how to design, test and analyse lithium-ion battery systems.

The placement aims to develop practical and theoretical skills, including data analysis, software tools, and experimental methods, in a global engineering environment.

Qualifications

• Currently studying towards a BEng or MEng degree in Mechanical, Automotive, Electrical, Mechatronics or related fields.
• Ideally completed 2 years of the degree before placement starts.
• Comfort with experimental engineering and lab work is preferred.
• Good communication and presentation skills are expected.

Responsibilities

• Support the design, assembly and operation of battery test systems.
• Learn how battery cells are characterised, validated and evaluated.
• Assist in developing laboratory equipment and instrumentation.
• Plan and execute experiments on battery cells and hardware.
• Analyse datasets with engineering and data tools to spot trends.
• Develop tools and visualisations to interpret results.
• Present findings through reports and project reviews.
• Collaborate with scientists, engineers and technicians on battery projects.
• Understand how mechanical, thermal and electrical factors affect performance.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Time management

Hands-on lab work

Education

BEng/MEng in Mechanical/Electrical/related

Tools

CAD software

Python

MATLAB

Job description

Placement Student – Electrochemistry

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.

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.

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.Closing Date - 12th November 11:59PM

Closing Date - 12th November 11:59PM

• Job: Engineering
• Organization: Cummins Inc.
• Role Category: On-site with Flexibility
• Job Type: Student - Cooperative/12 Month Placement
• ReqID: 2434945
• Relocation Package: No
• 100% On-Site: No