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Graduate trainee - manufacturing engineering

Abercynon
Permanent
Internship
TT Electronics plc
Manufacturing
€30,000 a year
Posted: 10 February
Offer description

Company Overview

KICK-START YOUR ENGINEERING CAREER WHERE INNOVATION MEETS IMPACT. At TT Electronics, we’re looking for enthusiastic and ambitious graduates to join our Manufacturing Systems Engineering Graduate Programme – a brand-new, two-year scheme designed to accelerate your development and set you up for a meaningful, long-term career in engineering manufacturing.


Role Overview and Responsibilities

Starting in September 2026, based at our Manufacturing facility in Abercynon, Wales, this programme puts you right at the heart of our manufacturing operations. From day one, you’ll gain hands‑on experience and work on real projects that shape how our products are designed, built, and improved – all while supporting our global commitment to innovation and sustainability.

Through a series of structured rotations across Assembly & Test Engineering, Continuous Improvement, New Product Introduction, and Quality, you’ll own improvement initiatives, drive enhancement projects, support design change releases, and deliver problem‑solving close‑outs, making a measurable difference to performance, quality, and efficiency.

Upon successful completion of the two‑year scheme, you’ll have the opportunity to progress into a permanent role at TT Electronics, building a career that grows with you.


Supported Throughout Your Career

At TT, we’re committed to developing our graduates into leading technical professionals. From day one, you’ll be supported by a dedicated site buddy and functional mentor, giving you the guidance you need to thrive. Throughout the scheme, you’ll develop valuable skills and hands‑on experience, with exposure to Lean principles and problem‑solving techniques. You’ll receive professional membership and support obtaining relevant certifications, providing industry recognition, access to learning resources and publications, networking and event opportunities, and enabling you to engage in volunteering that enhances both your experience and professional profile. Depending on your chosen career path, we’ll fund and actively support your journey toward Chartered or Incorporated Engineer status, providing guidance, mentorship, and practical support every step of the way.


Within Your Two‑Year Graduate Role, You’ll

* Benefit from carefully designed rotations
* Earn a competitive, progressive salary
* Gain professional body membership and support towards Chartered or Incorporated status
* Be given exposure to senior leaders
* Participate in industry events and trade shows
* Take an active role in a sustainability or Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) project that makes a difference in our local communities


Qualifications, Skills and Attributes


Who We’re Looking For

* Curious, proactive, and eager to learn
* Great communicators and team players
* Passionate about innovation, people, and sustainability
* Excited by the opportunity to make an impact in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment


What We Offer You

* An annual starting salary of £30,000 with pay increments every 6 months
* Quarterly site incentive plan
* Sharesave Scheme
* Company pension scheme – up to 7% employer contribution
* Life assurance
* Free onsite car parking


Health & Wellbeing

* Company discounts and benefits with a variety of partners
* Lunchtime finish Fridays
* 25 days’ annual leave, calculated in hours, plus bank holidays
* Healthcare Cashback Plan, including reimbursements on dental, optical, physio and more
* Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
* Discounted Gym Membership
* Cycle‑to‑work scheme


Inclusive Environment

* An active charity committee and paid volunteering hours
* A dedicated Armed Forces policy, supporting Cadet Volunteers, Reservists, Veterans, and service families


Personal and Professional Development

TT Electronics are committed to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion and actively encourage applications from under‑represented groups. A personalised development plan and a site buddy and functional mentor will support you throughout your graduate journey.


Our Recruitment Process


Step 1: Online Application

Set up your candidate profile and apply using your CV. Here, you will be asked to answer a small number of application questions relevant to the role for which you’re applying. Please be aware that the closing date for applications is the 28th of February 2026.

Once you’ve submitted your application, the recruitment team will manually review it. We’ll review all applications after the closing date and aim to come back to you within 2 weeks.


Step 2: Assessment Centre

If your application is successful, you’ll be invited to attend an assessment centre. Our assessment centres will take place on the 24th of March 2026 at our Manchester facility and will include a group activity, an individual interview, and a presentation. Reasonable travel expenses will be reimbursed.


Nationality and Security Restrictions

Many roles at TT Electronics are subject to both security and export control restrictions which means that limitations relating to nationality may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates must achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). TT Electronics is unable to sponsor work visas for this role. All successful candidates will be required to pass a pre‑employment Drug and Alcohol Screening.


Solving Technology Challenges for a Sustainable World

We want the very best people in our TT family across the globe – so we welcome applications from everyone, to celebrate a diverse mix of experiences, backgrounds and identities. We are committed to equality of opportunity for all and you can rest assured that TT Electronics take positive steps to ensure we are an inclusive business, that will welcome and support you, from your initial application to wherever your career takes you!

Please get in touch if you’d like to discuss any reasonable adjustments to your application, in order that we can accommodate and support you in the process. You can do this by emailing TTRecruitment@ttelectronics.com.

If you want to work for a company where who you are is valued and respected, we’d love to hear from you.

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