Thermofluids Engineering Placement

Mercedes AMG High Performance Powertrains; Brixworth; On-site; GBP 29,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive engineering company is seeking a Performance Development Engineer for a 12-month placement in Brixworth. The role involves generating Power Unit performance ideas and running test programs to improve performance. Successful candidates will have a strong academic background and excellent communication skills. The position offers competitive salary, mentorship opportunities, and various benefits including onsite gym and generous leave.

Benefits

Salary of £29,000 p/a

Collective bonus

Company lease car scheme

36 days annual leave

Generous pension scheme

Onsite Gym

Staff discounts

Qualifications

• Curious and driven individual eager to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent understanding of engineering first principles.
• Practical, hands-on experience complementing academic studies.

Responsibilities

• Generate and develop Power Unit performance ideas.
• Plan and run test programs in Single Cylinder and V6 dynos.
• Analyze results and report learning to the business.

Skills

Communication skills

Self-motivation

Adaptability

Creativity

Education

2.1 degree or above in Mechanical / Automotive / Mechatronics / Motorsport / Aeronautical or related degree

Strong academic background in A-Level Maths or Sciences

Job description

Placements take place in many areas of the organisation, some with specialisation that require a dedicated placement engineer. One such area is the Thermofluids group, which focus on ICE performance. Within the Thermofluids group, the Performance Development team require placement engineers.

The placement will work as a Performance Development Engineer, who is responsible for generating and developing Power Unit performance ideas that lead to an on‑circuit performance improvement. These performance improvements can come from many areas of development, such as increased power unit output, reduced heat rejection, improved driveability and better use of fuel/electrical energy budget.

As well as the creation of new ideas, the Performance Development Engineer is responsible for planning and running test programmes both in Single Cylinder and V6 dynos, analysing results and reporting learning and conclusions to the business.

In order to deliver top class results in a tight timeframe, the Performance Development engineer interacts with a number of departments such as Simulation, Product Engineering, Test, Engine Build, Programme Management, making teamwork a key factor in the role.

The placement within the Thermofluids group will last for 12months. Subject candidate aptitude & task availability, there may be the possibility to rotate within the Thermofluids team, moving to work alongside the simulation department. This opportunity to rotate will be reviewed the.

What can we offer you?

We offer the opportunity to work in a state of the art Technology centre, being involved in exciting technological challenges alongside some of the world’s best engineers. You will get the opportunity to engineer solutions in world class facilities and, having been thoroughly proven at our Technology Centre you may be able to see your ideas raced in F1! You will also have the opportunity to work towards chartered status with the IET, and will be assigned a personal mentor who will support you throughout.

Our Benefits Package Includes

• A salary of £29,000 p/a
• Collective bonus
• Company lease car scheme
• 36 days annual leave
• Access to a generous pension scheme
• Onsite Gym
• A variety of other benefits and staff discounts

What do we need from you?

• A curious, tenacious and driven individual with a hunger to work in a fast paced environment
• On track to achieve a 2.1 degree, or above, in a relevant Mechanical / Automotive / Mechatronics / Motorsport / Aeronautical or related degree e.g. Science or Maths
• A strong academic background in relevant A-Level, or equivalent disciplines, for example Maths or Sciences
• An excellent understanding of engineering first principles
• Practical, “hands‑on” experience to complement your academic studies
• Excellent communication skills
• Self‑motivation, adaptability and creativity
• The courage to challenge and desire to be challenged, to expand your technical knowledge and skills

The Application Process

• Submit your on‑line application, CV and covering letter
  • Within this we would like to learn as much about you as possible. Tell us about your hobbies and passions; related and unrelated to the scheme or degree you are studying as this will help you stand out against candidates that may have the same qualifications and grades as you.
  • Please remember to list the grades you have achieved against the respective qualifications, employment and project experience.
  • As part of our Diversity and Inclusion policy please do not put a photo of yourself on your CV.
• Your application will be screened by HR and the hiring manager
• If successful you will be invited to attend an onsite interview at our factory.
• If successful your scheme will start in September 2026

During your application process we are committed to providing additional support where it may be needed. If you need additional financial support to help attend Assessment Centres and Interviews you can apply to be considered to receive our Interview Travel Bursary which will provide full reimbursement for any travel expenses incurred. At the point of a successful invitation to interview please raise this with your Recruitment contact at HPP.

HPP does not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status or group or class protected by any local law and we encourage applications from any background.

Please note, due to the volume of applications we receive, there may be periods of time during the process where you don’t hear anything from us. Don’t worry! We will advise you of the outcome of your application regardless of the result so please bear with us. Please be advised that we are unable to provide detailed feedback to applicants, apologies for any inconvenience.