Product Engineering: Future Propulsion Systems Undergraduate Programme

Jaguar Land Rover; Lighthorne; On-site; GBP 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive manufacturer in the UK is offering a Future Propulsion Systems Undergraduate Programme. This one-year placement will immerse you in engineering roles involving diverse responsibilities from collaboration with teams to hands-on experience with cutting-edge technologies. Ideal candidates are penultimate-year students pursuing degrees in mechanical, electronic, or related fields, with a salary of £24,998, along with generous benefits such as a holiday allowance and discounts.

Benefits

Generous holiday allowance

Discounted car purchase and lease scheme

Excellent pension scheme

Wide range of retailer and sports club discounts

Qualifications

• Must be on track for at least a 2.2 degree in relevant disciplines.
• Strong problem-solving capabilities and curiosity about business challenges.
• Essential interpersonal skills and the confidence to champion initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with programme management, purchasing, and manufacturing teams.
• Gain hands-on experience with industry tools and methodologies.
• Contribute to the delivery of propulsion systems and other engineering solutions.

Skills

Problem-solving

Numerical skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Relevant degree in engineering or related fields

Job description

As a Future Propulsion Systems undergraduate, you'll learn what it takes to deliver the high-quality propulsion systems of the future. You'll work in diverse environments, utilising engineering tools such as Computer Aided Engineering (CAE), Computer Aided Design (CAD), and data analysis techniques, while collaborating closely with various customer groups.

You'll gain a systems view of the entire delivery landscape for commodities and systems. Collaborating with our programme management, purchasing, and manufacturing teams, as well as external engineering service providers, you'll contribute to creating and delivering final products that meet quality, cost, and time targets. We value new ideas and fresh perspectives - we encourage you to challenge our thinking and influence what we do.

During the year-long programme, you'll rotate through a number of placements to help you develop your technical knowledge. You'll collaborate closely with your managers to identify the right placements suitable for your learning and growth.

Explore the different teams you could be a part of below. The team you're placed in will depend on your personal preferences and business needs.

VEHICLE PLATFORM TEAM - Gaydon, Whitley, NAIC, Solihull

The Vehicle Platform team is where engineering meets innovation - delivering world class automotive experiences. We engineer and deliver the core systems that define the customer experience - everything from Body Interiors, Body Exteriors, Body in White, Chassis, EDU, Powertrains and Accessories. We are a large, highly skilled team with a focus on integrating cutting‑edge technology and engineering excellence to create vehicles that set new standards in performance, comfort and safety.

As a Future Propulsion Undergraduate at JLR, you'll join one of our specialist engineering teams‑such as Lighting, Electric Drive Units, Accessories, Transmissions, Body Structures, Cooling Systems, Suspension, or Chassis. Working alongside experienced engineers, you'll help design, develop, and test real‑world solutions that shape the future of mobility.

You'll gain hands‑on experience with industry‑leading tools and methodologies, from concept design through to development and verification. Whether you're working on new products or improving existing ones, you'll make a real impact while learning from experts across the business. This placement will accelerate your growth as an engineer, build your professional network, and prepare you for the challenges of tomorrow's automotive industry.

ENERGY PLATFORM TEAM - Gaydon, Whitley, NAIC, Solihull

The Energy Platform team unite power, performance, and connectivity to shape the future of exceptional and environmentally friendly driving experiences. Our iconic brands are the foundation of exemplary British engineering, and now we're leveraging cutting‑edge research and innovation to develop the next generation of electric drive units, energy storage systems, engines, batteries, transmissions, and drivelines. As a global team, we're focused on advancing battery technology and integrating the best available solutions to deliver exceptional Battery Electric Vehicle (BEV) experiences and performance.

YOUR DEVELOPMENT

Our undergraduate programmes are designed to set you up for a lifetime of success, developing your curiosity and creativity over a period of 12 months.

From day one, you'll be surrounded by an innovative and dedicated team that care about your development. You'll build essential business skills, including resilience, personal branding, and self‑care. Working alongside experienced professionals, you'll gain valuable industry insights while bringing your academic knowledge to life. Shadowing opportunities will further deepen your understanding of our business and enhance your technical expertise.

Throughout your journey, our Early Careers Delivery team will provide continuous support and guidance, ensuring you make the most of every opportunity. By the time you finish, you'll be equipped to tackle the challenges of a rapidly changing industry and ready to make a meaningful impact.

To join the Future Propulsion Systems Undergraduate Programme, you'll need to be on track to achieve at least a 2.2 degree in mechanical, electronic, software, chemical, aeronautical, automotive, materials or environmental engineering, aerospace computer science, mechatronics, maths or physics.

You should be a skilled problem‑solver with a curiosity for understanding business challenges and a drive to deliver innovative solutions. Strong numerical and interpersonal skills, along with the confidence to champion new initiatives, are also essential.

Please note that our undergraduate placement opportunities are open only to penultimate‑year students (those who will be returning to their final year of study or on an integrated master's after their placement with us). All our undergraduate programmes have a fixed start date, commencing 6h July 2026.

Your placement year at university could not have come at a more exciting time. The undergraduate placement at JLR launches you into the heart of automotive innovation. Apply your learning, satisfy your curiosity and prepare for a long, successful career alongside industry experts. Arrive curious. Discover opportunity. At JLR, we're passionate about our people. They are at the heart of our business. We're committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive culture that is representative of the society in which we live; a culture in which every one of our employees can bring their authentic self to work and reach their full potential.

JLR is committed to delivering equal opportunities for all. We understand candidates may require reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process. Please discuss these with our recruitment team so we can accommodate your needs.

Our 2026 undergraduate programme salary will be £24,998. You'll also enjoy a generous holiday allowance, a discounted car purchase and lease scheme for you and your family, an excellent pension scheme and access to a wide range of deals and discounts from retailers and sports clubs.