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    4. Engine Build Placement Brixworth 2023
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    As part of your Placement Scheme you will contribute to the final assembly and shipping of elements of our Hybrid Power Unit in Formula 1. In addition to this, we are also developing pioneering technology for the revolutionary Mercedes AMG Hybrid road car ‘Project One’.

    You will be involved in working with the trackside team and getting ‘live’ feedback on the success of the work completed at the factory; this includes providing bespoke tooling and any updated processes to the teams who work on our Power unit. Finally, you will contribute to assembly improvement projects that your new found skills will allow you to identify, analyse and implement.

    What can we offer you?

    We offer the opportunity to work in a fast paced, state of the art Research and Development centre, being involved in exciting technological challenges alongside some of Formula 1’s best engineers. You will have access to our latest designs, which will give you exposure to F1 Engineering drawings or CAD models of real products. You will be involved in product build processes, engaging with our team to suggest solutions for continuous improvement, and you will have the scope to work on both mechanical and electronic or hybrid products.

    Our benefits package includes:

    • A salary of £21,000pa
    • Collective bonus
    • Company lease car scheme
    • 36 days annual leave
    • Access to a generous pension scheme
    • 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
    • You’ll be on track to achieve a minimum of 2:1, or above, in an Electrical, Electronics or Mechanical Automotive degree
    • You will ideally have previous experience working with Catia or Visual Basic
    • You will need to be creative and innovative to overcome engineering challenges
    • You will be adaptable as no two days are the same when there are pressures to be race ready
    • You will be a team player, who can effectively communicate with senior managers as well as your peers.
    • An interest in cars or racing is not a prerequisite, although the thirst for knowledge will help you to deliver
    • A willingness to go the extra mile to help the team succeed

    What to do next:

    • Submit your on-line application, CV and covering letter
    • Your application will be screened by HR and the hiring manager
    • If successful you will be invited to attend an Assessment Centre which will take place between November 2022-March 2023
    • If successful your scheme will start in August/September 2023