Industrial Engineering Placement 2027/2028

AP Racing is offering an exciting 13-month placement for undergraduate engineers looking to gain hands-on experience within a globally recognised company. Starting in July 2027, you'll work on real engineering challenges, develop industry-relevant skills, and contribute to the development of cutting-edge products.

Role

- Reporting to the Manufacturing Engineer, this role is pivotal to the design of tooling and equipment for various production processes. - Undertake the design, delivery and commissioning of equipment required to manufacture and test component parts in line with business project requirements. - Liaising internally and externally; with multiple departments and suppliers. - Development and optimisation of existing equipment and processes to ensure production continues to be costeffective and to maintain the highest quality standards.

Desirable Skills

- Knowledge of small tooling for assembly and semi-automation - 2D Technical Drawing - 3D CAD Modelling - Microsoft Office suite

What We're Looking For

- An undergraduate who has completed at least two years of study and is on track for a 2:1 or above. - Studying Mechanical, Motorsport, Automotive, Aeronautical Engineering, or a related discipline. - Eager to learn new skills, with strong problem-solving abilities and a creative approach to challenges. - Passionate about engineering, self-motivated, and proactive in their work. - A strong team player with effective communication skills. - Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK for the duration of the internship. - Please note that AP Racing is unable to provide visa sponsorship for this internship.

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Industrial Engineering Placement 2027/2028

Location

Category

Salary

Job Posted

Closing Date

Coventry

Industrial Engineering

Competitive + Benefits

13 October 2026

20 November 2026

Job Ref: Industrial Engineering Placement 2027/2028

Job Description

AP Racing is offering an exciting 13-month placement for undergraduate engineers looking to gain hands-on experience within a globally recognised company. Starting in July 2027, you'll work on real engineering challenges, develop industry-relevant skills, and contribute to the development of cutting-edge products.

Role

- Reporting to the Manufacturing Engineer, this role is pivotal to the design of tooling and equipment for various production processes. - Undertake the design, delivery and commissioning of equipment required to manufacture and test component parts in line with business project requirements. - Liaising internally and externally; with multiple departments and suppliers. - Development and optimisation of existing equipment and processes to ensure production continues to be costeffective and to maintain the highest quality standards.

Desirable Skills

- Knowledge of small tooling for assembly and semi-automation - 2D Technical Drawing - 3D CAD Modelling - Microsoft Office suite

What We're Looking For

- An undergraduate who has completed at least two years of study and is on track for a 2:1 or above. - Studying Mechanical, Motorsport, Automotive, Aeronautical Engineering, or a related discipline. - Eager to learn new skills, with strong problem-solving abilities and a creative approach to challenges. - Passionate about engineering, self-motivated, and proactive in their work. - A strong team player with effective communication skills. - Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK for the duration of the internship. - Please note that AP Racing is unable to provide visa sponsorship for this internship.