Joining the Leonardo Graduate Scheme is the opportunity to be part of the next generation of our business. As a Graduate you will join us on £32,000 with a welcome bonus and could receive a generous Temporary Accommodation Allowance if you move more than 40 miles away from home for the role.
You will be provided with a wealth of development opportunities in both virtual and applied working environments. On our programme you will engage with challenging and exciting project work and deliver innovative business or technical solutions as part of a team of subject matter experts. Throughout the programme you will receive coaching and support from your team to achieve your objectives as well as your personal development goals. We are committed to developing our graduates into leading technical or business professionals, and as such we will also support you through your preferred route for chartership.
At Leonardo we value individuals who continuously demonstrate a dedication to their personal development, and this is no different for our graduates. We have partnered with Coursera, the world leading online training platform that offers around 4,000 courses you can sign up to, according to your professional and personal interests. Self-directed learning thrives in this environment.
The opportunity
We are delighted to be offering the opportunity for a Manufacturing Engineering Graduate. You will be part of the busy Manufacturing Engineering Team, working alongside an established team of highly knowledgeable Engineers, supported by on-going training to ensure you have the best opportunities to progress your career. We are looking for someone with a passion for developing high quality engineered products and innovative processes and has a keenness to learn.
What you will do
You will be working on new and existing hardware as a fully functioning member of the Manufacturing Engineering team. You will be involved with IPTs (Integrated Project Teams) to provide support to ensure long-term manufacturability and integration with the Manufacturing Operations department. You will be managing manufacturing process development, production easement and maintenance taking in to consideration DFx (Design for Manufacturing / Assembly / Test) and meeting Quality requirements. Sourcing new and developing existing equipment.
There will be collaboration with other sites within the Leonardo group in addition to structured Graduate Program activities. You will often be responsible for planning and completing work independently but have access and guidance from a Mentor and Team Leader.
What we need from you
- As a Manufacturing Engineer Graduate, you will have a good academic understanding in a technical related field.
- Your communication skills are excellent, both written and verbally.
- You have a practical ability to solve technical problems.
- You are comfortable with numerous engineering and business software packages.
- You have an aptitude and continuing interest in engineering and science.
- Practically minded with hands on experience.
Life at Leonardo
With a company funded benefits package, a commitment to learning and development, and a flexible approach to working hours focused on the needs of both our employees and customers, a career with Leonardo has never offered as many opportunities or been more accessible to as many people.
- Flexible Working: Flexible hours with hybrid working options. For part time opportunities, please talk to us
- Company funded flexible benefits: Access to private healthcare, dental schemes, Workplace ISA, Go Green Car Scheme, technology and lifestyle options (£500 annual allowance)
- Holidays: 25 days plus bank holidays, option to buy/sell leave and to accrue up to 12 additional flexi leave days per year
- Pension: Award winning pension scheme (up to 10% employer contribution)
- Wellbeing: Employee Assistance Programme with access to free mental health support, financial wellbeing support and network groups to demonstrate our ongoing commitment to diversity & inclusion (Enable, Pride, Equalise, Reservists, Carers)
- Lifestyle: Discounted Gym membership, Cycle to work scheme
- Training: Free access to more than 4000 online courses via Coursera
- Referral Incentive: You can earn a reward for successfully referring a friend or family member
- Bonus: Scheme in place for all employees at management level and below
For a full list of our Company benefits please visit our website.
Please note that in order to apply for this opportunity you must be eligible for UK Security Clearance. Normally this is to the level of Security Check (typically known as “SC”) for our business which includes having a minimum of 5 years permanent residency in the UK.
At Leonardo, we are strongly committed to supporting all our people, and, as society and the environment we work in changes, our approach to Inclusion and Diversity continues to evolve and adapt to reflect this. A culture of inclusion goes on to create an environment for greater collaboration, innovation and opportunities to develop as an organisation. If you are willing and able to commit to giving your best performance, you will find Leonardo a very rewarding place to work!