The Company
AER are designers, manufacturers and builders of award-winning race engine solutions
that have led the way in the motor sports industry. Established since 1997, AER is based
on the Essex/London border. AER presents a small, yet exceptionally talented team driven
to reach exceptional standards in engine capabilities. Passionate about delivering success
and achieving outstanding results in reliability and performance.
The Opportunity
An exciting opportunity exists for a MEng business placement student to join the small,
talented team at AER. The business placement student will support the Design Office at
AER in the development, analysis, and delivery of high-performance engineering
components and systems. The placement student will gain firsthand experience in
motorsport and advanced engine design, contributing to real engineering projects while
developing technical and professional skills aligned with an MEng programme.
This is a firsthand position that will suit someone with strong desire to learn, attention to
detail, a proactive mindset, and a true interest in motorsport engineering.
What This Role Offers
- Real-world experience in a specialist motorsport engineering company
- Exposure to high-performance engine development programmes
- Direct mentorship from experienced design engineers
- Opportunity to contribute to live engineering projects.
- Strong foundation for a future graduate engineering role
Key Responsibilities:
- Support design engineers in the creation and modification of 3D CAD models and
2D technical drawings.
- Assist with the design and development of engine components and sub-systems.
- Participate in engineering change processes, including documentation and revision
control.
- Support analysis activities (e.g. FEA, tolerance studies, packaging reviews) under
supervision.
- Contribute to design reviews and project meetings, taking notes and tracking
actions.
- Liaise with manufacturing, assembly, and test departments to support design
validation.
- Assist in resolving technical issues during build and testing phases.
- Maintain accurate engineering records and documentation in line with company
procedures.
- Undertake specific project work aligned with business needs and academic
requirements.
Skills Required
Essential:
- Studying towards an MEng or BEng in Mechanical, Automotive, Motorsport, or
related engineering discipline
- Strong interest in engine design, motorsport, or advanced engineering systems
- Basic knowledge of CAD (e.g. SolidWorks, CATIA, NX or similar)
- Good understanding of core engineering principles
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Willingness to learn and take responsibility for tasks.
Desirable:
- Previous exposure to motorsport or automotive engineering
- Experience with FEA or engineering simulation tools
- Understanding of manufacturing processes
- Previous placement or internship experience
Personal Attributes
- Curious and proactive approach to learning
- Strong attention to detail
- Ability to work in a structured engineering environment.
- Good problem-solving mindset
- Able to manage multiple tasks under guidance.
Key Behaviours & Values
- Putting the customer first
- Takes responsibility & accountability.
- Open to Change and new ideas
Hours of work & Benefits
Standard full-time working week, 40 hours a week, 8 hours a day. When based at AER's
Essex facility, standard office hours are flexible between 7.30am to 5.15pm. To meet the
needs of the role and fast paced nature of the business, the successful candidate will
require a flexible approach to working hours.
Salary – competitive depending on experience.
Application Process & Closing Date:
- a covering email explaining why you are a suitable candidate for the role.
- current salary and salary expectations
- availability to start / notice period.
- Closing date: 15th June 2026 - interviews will commence as applicants arrive.
Candidate applicants only please – no agencies
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Sick pay
Work Location: In person
