Engineering Undergraduate Placement
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Position Overview & Specifications
Engineering Undergraduate Placement 2023
Power and Control Systems Ltd are a leading company specialising in the manufacture, electrical engineering and assembly of bespoke critical power solutions. The company are currently seeking to fulfil opportunities on our yearly Undergraduate Placement programme, commencing summer 2023.
This opportunity is open to applicants in the field of Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronic Engineering and Electrical Engineering, seeking 12 months Industrial Experience.
Our undergraduate programme provides individuals with the opportunity to gain valuable experience in the manufacture, through to electrical engineering of Industrial Control Panel Units.
Opportunities on this placement programme will include:
- Insight of the process involved in the manufacture and electrical engineering of Industrial control Panel Units.
- Practical experience will be gained using state of the art CNC Punching machines and CNC Press Brake equipment to form a range of different materials used during the manufacturing process.
- Interpretation and application of electrical/mechanical layout diagrams & schematics will form the basis of the training. This in turn will furnish students with an understanding of how to fully assemble the mission critical products that we manufacture, primarily for the data centre market.
Power and Control Systems Ltd are looking for highly/self-motivated students who are passionate about learning from industry experts.
At the end of the 12 months placement programme individuals will have acquired an in-depth understanding of what to expect from a career within the Critical Power Solutions industry.
Job Type: Fixed term contract
Contract length: 12 months
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Newry: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: PACS 002
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (Β£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Engineering Undergraduate Placement roles across Power and Control Systems Ltd's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked Salary Disclosed on Application bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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