Graduate Control Systems Engineer

At Prodrive, we believe there’s no limit to what can be achieved when the brightest minds come together. Joining one focused and driven team, you will challenge boundaries in order to change the game for our customers. Our Advanced Technology business is where we combine our pace and agility with free-thinking to deliver complex engineering solutions and specialist manufacturing programs to the automotive, aerospace, marine, and defense sectors, accelerating the net zero journey for our customers.

About the Role

We are looking for the next generation of Controls Systems Graduate Engineers to join our team of expert engineers on a wide range of interesting, complex, and diverse projects. This role will work alongside other departments in a highly dynamic environment across the full engineering cycle from concept through to production.

What You Will Be Doing

You will begin your Prodrive career with a 2-year graduate development scheme with continual professional and technical mentorship, where:

• You will be working on a variety of live projects, where our team will be counting on your work and your output will be delivered to customers.
• You will learn how a fast-paced engineering business works, delivering to its customers via unique processes and teamwork aligned to systems engineering principles and practices.
• You will understand how the different functional areas work together, from business development, through commercial, programmes, design & engineering, manufacturing, workshop, inspection, machine shop, and more. You will be placed on secondments to various departments, completing specific graduate development activities.
• You will learn about managing your time effectively working concurrently on multiple projects.
• You will develop skills in teamwork, communication, and stakeholder management in a professional setting.
• Appropriate training for specific tasks will be provided.
• You will be encouraged to find your area of future specialism.
• Your learning and development will be supported by all our different functional staff and ranges of experience.
• You will be encouraged and supported to acquire professional registration within an appropriate body.
• A professional, relaxed and supportive working environment will also ensure you have fun!

Who We Are Looking For

• A Masters/Bachelors degree or equivalent within a field of Engineering is essential.
• Strong involvement in projects is preferred.
• You will have effective spoken and written communication skills.
• The ability to operate both independently and in a collaborative, team environment.
• Excellent organisation, prioritisation, and coordination skills are required.
• Ability to work effectively and thrive in a fast-paced environment with proficiency in working under pressure.

What We Can Offer You

• An attractive salary which will grow in line with your ongoing development and impact.
• 25 days holiday (which increases with long service) with an opportunity to purchase up to 15 extra days.
• Training opportunities for continuing professional development.
• Onsite subsidised staff restaurant.
• Car and pension salary sacrifice schemes.
• Cycle scheme.
• Exercise classes.
• Paid time off for volunteering.
• Consultations with our Fit 4 Life expert.
• Social events throughout the year.
• Exclusive company discounts.
• Life assurance.

Equal Opportunities

We are an equal opportunities employer. At Prodrive, we are committed to creating an inclusive workplace which values diversity and ensures that everyone has the widest opportunities to maximise their potential. Studies have found that underrepresented groups such as women and ethnic minority groups are less likely to apply for roles if they do not meet all the requirements listed in the job description. If you feel that this role does not perfectly match your experience, we encourage you to apply as you may just be the candidate we are looking for.