Manufacturing engineer - 12 month student placement

Manufacturing Engineer - 12 Month Student Placement

About Camlin

Camlin is a global technology leader that operates with the vision of bringing revolutionary products to life for a wide range of industries, including power and rail, and also has interests in a number of R&D projects in a variety of scientific sectors.

At Camlin we believe in high quality engineering and design, allowing us to develop market leading products and services. In short, we love creating value for our customers by solving difficult problems. As of now, Camlin operates in over 20 countries worldwide. 🌐

We are excited to launch our Global Early Careers Programme to Engineer Better Futures, designed to attract and develop the next generation of talent across our regions. Through a range of opportunities—including internships, placements, apprenticeships, and summer programmes—we aim to provide aspiring professionals with hands‑on experience, essential skills, and the chance to contribute to impactful projects that align with our organisational vision.

This programme reflects our commitment to fostering a diverse and dynamic workforce, investing in early‑career talent, and empowering individuals to shape the future of our industry. To apply for our Placement/Intern programme you must be in education and looking a 1 year fixed term job through your sandwich year.


Manufacturing Engineer


1 year fixed term industrial placement

An exciting new opportunity currently exists within our operations department for a placement Manufacturing Engineer. The role will primarily support manufacturing engineering activities within production through process design and improvement. The successful candidate will be part of a highly skilled team of Engineers and production staff who work collaboratively to grow, develop, and support new and existing products within Operations. Many aspects of the role will be deeply involved in Continuous Improvement initiatives helping drive down waste, eliminate risk and increase quality.


What to expect day to day:

* Get first‑hand experience and insight into projects that have real‑world impact.
* Gain new skills and knowledge around advanced manufacturing processes.
* Have dedicated undergraduate support throughout the duration of your role.
* Receive regular performance and development feedback ensuring an optimal learning experience.
* Have a conditional offer to join Camlin on a graduate programme. No need to re‑apply, subject to performance and availability.


Responsibilities:

* Provide functional support to the manufacturing team related to assigned projects.
* S upport the team with project management and lead own projects.
* Analyse production processes to develop good understanding of process flow.
* Use initiative to identify waste and implement improvements.
* Interpret data to draw conclusions around business process.
* Create innovative methods and solutions to help reduce and eliminate waste.
* Support documentation processes throughout production.
* E nsure Camlin policies and procedures are maintained.
* Uphold Camlin company values.
* Studying towards a Bachelor or Master's degree (Mechanical, Manufacturing or Electrical)
* Predicted grade 2.1 or above.
* Excellent problem‑solving capability with demonstrated practical skills.
* Particularly high attention to detail.
* Demonstrated teamwork ability. Able to work on multiple assignments and within cross functional groups.
* Excellent communication skills with ability to influence and challenge ways of thinking.
* A keen interest in manufacturing and electrical engineering.
* A passion for Continuous Improvement
* W ell‑motivated, self‑starter with drive and enthusiasm.


Our Values

* We work together - We know that working collaboratively will help us reach our shared goals faster, so we always look for ways to help each other.
* We believe in people - Here at Camlin, our people are central to what we do and what we can achieve. And as we move towards becoming industry and customer ‘partners’ that’s even more important. We trust our team members to do their best and be supportive.
* We won’t accept the ‘way it’s always been done’ - Since Camlin’s inception, we’ve been curious, inquisitive and always want to improve. Thinking differently is in our DNA and we love solving tough challenges.
* We listen to learn - Whether it’s our customers, our markets, or each other, we ask questions and listen to the answers so we can learn and improve.
* We’re trying to do the right thing - We take responsibility for our actions and take decisions based on what’s right for people, profit, and planet.


Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Individuals seeking employment at Camlin are considered without regards to race, colour, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital states, ancestry, physical or mental disability, gender identity or sexual orientation.

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