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Mechanical Engineering Twelve -Month Undergraduate Placement, Portsmouth
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Client:
CMS2
Location:
Portsmouth, United Kingdom
Job Category:
Other
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EU work permit required:
Yes
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Job Reference:
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Job Views:
6
Posted:
22.06.2025
Expiry Date:
06.08.2025
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Job Description:
Description
CMS2 is a specialist equipment manufacturer supplying maritime atmosphere control systems and life of system support services. We are experts in enabling high availability atmosphere management systems to generate breathable air for submariners, allowing boats to remain underwater for long periods of time. We do this by combining over sixty years of expertise with the latest technology and processes to design, build and support high quality systems and solutions.
We are looking for a Mechanical Design Engineering placement student to join our CMS2 team in Portsmouth for a twelve-month period. The Placement to commence in August 2025.
This is a fantastic opportunity to gain experience in a forward-thinking team, who are working on sharing innovative solutions or manufacturing bespoke engineering systems.
In return, you will be joining a company who are growing and looking to provide you with the opportunity to gain some excellent experience to support your future career. We will support you in expanding your skills and capabilities and the team around you.
We may also be able to offer some part time work during the final year of university and if we have space a graduate position upon graduation.
Key Responsibilities
To assist the design engineers on projects to ensure the design and performance requirements of a product are delivered successfully against the customer specification.
Key Responsibilities
• Create and update manufacturing and assembly drawings in line with company standards and best practices and in accordance with BS8888 using Solidworks.
• Support the development of new products and updates to existing products.
• Maintain project BOMs.
• Investigate component requirements to support with the creation and update to written component specifications and to make appropriate component selections.
• Undertake calculations and simulations to support design decisions.
• Work under the direction of the Design Engineers to ensure that activities undertaken align with the customer requirements and project deliverables.
• Provide support to production teams during the build process to clarify and resolve any design issues or queries.
• Follow CMS2 processes and procedures relating to the project activities.
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
To deliver this role you will be:
• Working towards completion of Mechanical Engineering Degree or similar.
• Flexibility, enthusiasm, self-motivated and able to work well under own initiative.
• Ability to interact with colleagues, customers and suppliers in a professional manner.
• A willingness to learn new skills and to take on new challenges.
• A confident communicator who is professionally presented
Nice to have but not a necessity:
• Experience of a project environment
• Adept with PC software applications (Word, Excel, MathCAD, Solidworks)
• Decision-making / problem solving skills.
• Practical competence in mechanical assembly
• Experience of working within a Defence environment
• Knowledge of BS8888 Technical Product Documentation and Specification
• Knowledge of ISO9000 or a similar QA system
• Experience with a Product Data Management system
If you are interested in applying for this role, you must have:
• Candidates must have an existing right to live and work in the UK.
• Candidates will need to undergo an internal BPSS check prior to gaining site access.
• Candidates will also need to either hold a current SC clearance or be willing and eligible to undergo a Security Clearance check (SC level) upon starting their employment with the company.
• To gain SC clearance you will normally need at least 5 years’ UK residency.
We offer a competitive salary along side a comprehensive benefits package
Managing the critical atmosphere on submarines and other key applications for over 60 years, CMS2, previously known as TPG Maritime, is a leading provider of atmosphere management solutions and critical systems engineering. We specialize in designing, developing, manufacturing, and supporting atmosphere management systems to ensure optimal conditions for life support. With a dedicated team of specialists and cutting-edge tech facilities, we deliver top-notch life of system support for all our products. As part of the Science Group, we are committed to innovation and excellence, collaborating with sister companies like Sagentia Innovation and Osprey. Connect with us to explore how our expertise in critical maritime systems can benefit your operations. At CMS2, we prioritize quality, reliability, and customer satisfaction above all.
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