Test Engineering Intern — Vehicle Systems & Testing

Cessna Aircraft Company; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company is seeking a Test Engineering Intern for a placement year in Ipswich. The role involves supporting engineering test plans and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure product reliability and performance. Ideal candidates are currently enrolled in an engineering program, possess good CAD knowledge, and demonstrate strong communication skills. This position offers a nine-day working fortnight, 30 days holiday, and various employee perks.

Benefits

A nine-day working fortnight (every other Friday off work)

30 days holiday inclusive of Bank Holidays

Company pension scheme (6% employer contribution)

On-site golf course and football pitch

Employee Assistance Programme

Learning and development opportunities

Qualifications

• You should be enrolled in an Engineering related degree that offers a placement year opportunity.
• Comfortable with engaging in discussions around product performance.
• Prior internships/work experience is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Support the creation and development of engineering test plans.
• Ensure that all tests can be carried out in a safe efficient manner.
• Assist in the development of test regimes to validate design elements of a project.

Skills

Good knowledge of CAD (ideally UG NX)

Good communication skills

Ability to work in a team

Self-motivating

Education

Enrolled in an Engineering related degree

Job description

A leading manufacturing company is seeking a Test Engineering Intern for a placement year in Ipswich. The role involves supporting engineering test plans and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure product reliability and performance. Ideal candidates are currently enrolled in an engineering program, possess good CAD knowledge, and demonstrate strong communication skills. This position offers a nine-day working fortnight, 30 days holiday, and various employee perks.