Job Specifications
As a team, we pride ourselves on challenging and developing our Placement with a rotation plan that will provide exposure to a breadth of engineering across a range of exciting and challenging projects spanning Formula 1 and Advanced Technology. During your time on the Placement scheme, dependent on your skills, you may have time in some of the following departments;
Formula One
Calibration and Controls ; Define and deliver calibration and control system innovations that optimise energy flows to achieve the fastest Qualifying & Race laps and deliver outstanding driveability .
Mechatronics and Chassis Engineering; designing new concepts, managing the integration of the Powerunit with the chassis, developing the ERS pack (electronic and mechanical components)
Test Engineering; strive to recreate the racetrack and race-car environment to make each experiment as representative as possible. Engineer test rigs to push the components and systems of the Power Unit to their absolute limit and validate the underpinning simulations
Advanced Technology
In Advanced Technology, our mission is to help Mercedes be the technology leader in electric drives, in terms of performance, efficiency and sustainability.
Advanced Technology Software; Define and deliver calibration and control system innovations that deliver best performance, optimal energy deployment and deliver outstanding drivability.
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 will be able to see your ideas raced in F1, or powering pioneering road going Mercedes EV prototypes such as the EQXX. 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 PS29,000 p/a
Collective bonus
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
You'll be on track to achieve a 2.1 degree, or above, in a relevant Software Engineering, Controls Engineering, Electrical / Electronics Engineering or related degree
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.
Complete on-line psychometric testing
Your application will be screened by HR and the hiring manager
If successful you will be invited to attend an Assessment centre between November 2025 - February 2026
If successful your scheme will start in September 2026
We recognise that the ideal candidate for this role may not meet every requirement in this advert and understand that some applicants are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. Here at Mercedes AMG HPP our people are our strength and the diverse talents they bring are critical to our success. 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.
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.
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 outcom
About the Company
Mercedes AMG High Performance Powertrains compete at the pinnacle of motorsport, in the FIA Formula One World Championship.
Based in Brixworth Northamptonshire at a purpose built Mercedes-Benz Technology centre we are a highly talented, professional and ambitious team of people, responsible for the design, manufacture, testing and racing of Formula 1 power units for Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS, McLaren, Williams and Aston Martin.
Mercedes AMG High Performance Powertrains also undertake advanced, high technology projects in ord...
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