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Electrical Engineering - 12 Month Placement Scheme

Caterpillar
£26,000
Larne

Expected closing date: Tuesday, 8 December 2026

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TL;DR

Key Takeaways

  • 12-month Electrical Engineering placement in Larne, Northern Ireland.
  • Earn £26,000 per year, with a share scheme, pension, and 25 days annual leave.
  • Must be on track for a 2:2 degree classification in a relevant engineering field and in your penultimate year of study.
  • Applications close on December 7, 2026.

About the Role

Caterpillar is offering a 12-month Industrial Placement Scheme in Electrical Engineering within the Electric Power Division (EPD) at their Larne, Northern Ireland site.

This role involves working on custom power product design of electrical controls and associated equipment for diesel- and gas-powered generators.

What You'll Do

  • Design of control systems for power generation applications
  • Wiring Schematics
  • Technical Calculations
  • PLC / SCADA programming
  • Component / sub-systems supplier review
  • Liaison with shop floor personnel on the assembly / manufacture of product
  • Complete and apply basic training on engineering standards
  • Carry out all work in accordance with company policies and procedures

What We're Looking For

  • Applicants should be working towards a relevant Electrical Engineering, Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering or similar relevant degree.
  • On target to achieve a minimum 2:2 classification.
  • A highly participative working style, thriving in a team of committed professionals.
  • Self-motivated individuals who can drive change through persuasion and influence.
  • Strong communication and presentational skills.
  • Experience in use of AI agents is an advantage.
  • Must be in your penultimate year of study unless enrolled in an integrated master’s program to be eligible for a placement commencing in summer 2027.

What We Offer

  • Salary: £26,000 per year
  • Share Scheme
  • Pension
  • 25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays)
  • Opportunity to work on strategic projects and solve real-world problems.
  • Collaboration with global teams.
  • A workplace mentor for professional development and skills acquisition.
  • Experience of how university learning is applied in the workplace.

Recruitment Process

  1. Online Application: Complete the online form and upload your CV.
  2. Online Assessments & Video Interview: If selected, you will complete online assessments and a video interview.
  3. In Person Assessment Centre / Interview: Successful candidates will be invited to an assessment centre/interview at the Larne facility (anticipated early February 2027).
  4. Offer: Offers will be extended to successful candidates.

Placement students will begin their placement in June 2027.

Key Dates

  • Application Closing Date: December 7, 2026
  • Assessment Centre/Interview: Early February 2027
  • Placement Start Date: June 2027