Student (Hourly) in Stonehouse

Working within the Manufacturing Engineering department in Product Lines. PHINIA offers placements across a range of engineering, manufacturing and support departments for students looking to pursue a career in engineering.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide technical support for Product and Manufacturing Engineering departments through practical and theoretical support of engineering processes and systems including hydraulics, manufacturing processes, inspection, and data analysis.
• Develop test equipment and instrumentation and run performance test procedures.
• Improve and modify test rigs.
• Increase manufacturing cycle up‑times.
• Support established assembly and test processes.
• Lead cost‑reduction exercises.
• Support the manufacturing line.
• Inspect components from warranty, customer testing, or internal testing.
• Interpret test data, synthesize results, and report findings.
• Problem‑solve through a methodical approach and innovative techniques.
• Ensure adherence to quality control standards and process documentation.
• Contribute to continuous improvement.
• Ensure a safe working environment in full compliance with relevant legislation.
• Apply AI technologies to improve processes.

Skills and Competencies

• Minimum one year of a degree‑level qualification (or equivalent diploma/experience) in engineering (industrial, automotive, aerospace, manufacturing, mechanical, IT/software/electronic, mechatronic).
• Self‑motivated with a strong, flexible attitude toward work; attention to detail; solid understanding of engineering fundamentals; analytical thinker with initiative.
• Strong IT and software experience in Microsoft Office; advantage if experienced with MATLAB or VBA.
• Genuine interest and enjoyment in engineering and resolving technical problems.
• Practical experience with mechanical systems preferred.
• Excellent presentation, communication, and interpersonal skills, with ability to work in a close‑knit team.
• Tenacious and enthusiastic about implementing new ideas and changes.
• Willingness to train and develop skills.

Attributes

• Strong and flexible attitude toward work.
• Ability to stay calm in high‑stress situations.
• Effective communication at all levels.
• Team‑oriented.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Prioritise and organise own workload.
• Comply with Health, Safety and Environmental regulations, including PPE.
• Respectful treatment of colleagues (Equality and Diversity).

Benefits

We provide compensation and benefits programs intended to attract, motivate, reward, and retain a talented, globally diverse workforce. Our packages include health and well‑being resources, family‑centric policies, an agile workplace program, and formal development opportunities across all levels.

Equal Employment Opportunity

PHINIA is an equal employment opportunity employer such that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Visa Sponsorship

PHINIA does provide sponsorship for employment visa status based on business need. For this role, applicants must be currently authorized to work on a full‑time basis in the country where the position is currently based.