Sensata Technologies in Antrim has five Mechanical focused Product Design & Analysis Teams consisting of Engineers, Technical Specialists, Managers, Technicians & Students. We require high calibre placement students to join our teams on 12 Month Placement, supporting development of our world-leading products, as part of a Global organisation.

This will be a full-time role based in Antrim, Northern Ireland for approx. 12 months duration.

Responsibilities include:
• Component & Assembly Design, CAD studies and 2D Drawings
• Organising & building of prototype components
• Conducting mechanical component testing & report writing
• Processing design changes using PLM system
• General Engineering Team support activities

Essential Criteria:

Enrolment and partial completion of Honours degree in Mechanical Engineering (Averaging 2:1) or equivalentExperience in 3D CAD packages & 2D drawing preparationExcellent communication (both written and verbal) & interpersonal skillsHighly computer literate / proficient in Microsoft OfficeInitiative, team working, research & problem-solving skills are essentialA valid driving licence and access to a car is required

Desirable criteria:

Knowledge of SolidWorks and/or CATIA Modelling PackagesExperience of plastics and/or rubber mouldingExperience of high volume manufacturing processesTechnical Interests / Hobbies including hands-on experience

Additional information:

Start times from 7:30 to 9:30 (fully flexible)33 Days Holidays (pro-rata)Overtime/Time off in Lieu: work extra hours and get paid them or switch into holiday hoursEnrolment onto our Placement ProgrammeFree onsite parking

Sensata is committed to the provision of training and development opportunities. A comprehensive Induction programme is also available to all our new placement students.

Please note that all successful candidates must undergo a medical examination which includes a drugs test.

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