Chassis​/Powertrain - Undergraduate Industrial Placement

LOCATION:

Banbury, Oxfordshire, England

Date Posted:

19th October 2026

Sector:

Motorsport

Job Type:

Temporary

Reference:

MSCPUIP
1026

At Prodrive, we are committed to continuous innovation. We allow our Industrial Placement students to explore and develop their talents in new ways. We provide you with the opportunity to take risks and learn from different viewpoints. This is a unique opportunity for you to contribute to shaping the future of Motorsport. We know what it takes to win, and we are not afraid to push the boundaries to do so.

The pursuit of excellence is what makes us different.

At Prodrive, innovation is at the heart of everything we do. As an Industrial Placement student, you will be encouraged to develop your skills, broaden your technical knowledge and contribute to challenging, real-world engineering programmes. Working alongside some of the industry's most experienced engineers, you will gain exposure to different perspectives and approaches, helping you grow both professionally and personally.

This is a unique opportunity to play a part in shaping the future of motor sport. We know what it takes to win, and we are continually pushing the boundaries of technology, performance and engineering excellence. Our relentless pursuit of improvement is what sets us apart.

Our current programmes include GT race cars, Dakar and the Rally Raid Championship, and a range of R&D work pioneering sustainable solutions for motor sport in the future. The variety of our challenging and diverse projects is unrivalled and through these placement opportunities, you will work alongside some of the best world-championship-winning motor sport engineers in the world. You will be exposed to a breadth and depth of experience that you are unlikely to get anywhere else with genuine responsibility and scope to make a real impact.

We are seeking 2 highly motivated and enthusiastic engineering students to join our Chassis and Engine Design team for a 12-month industrial placement. This role offers a unique opportunity to gain practical experience in either our Chassis or Powertrain Design team, working on cutting-edge projects that contribute to our motor sport programmes.

• Assist in the design and development of components and systems for high-performance vehicles.
• Utilise CAD software to create detailed models and drawings.
• Conduct simulations and analyses to ensure optimal performance and reliability.
• Support the preparation of technical documentation and design reports.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate designs seamlessly.
• Participate in testing and validation activities.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and innovative solutions.

• Currently studying for an accredited Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or related degree programme.
• Strong interest in motor sport and high-performance engineering.
• Proficiency in CAD software.
• Basic understanding of design principles and engineering fundamentals.
• Understanding of technical drawing standards and tolerancing.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively in a team and communicate clearly.
• Self-motivated with a proactive approach to learning and development.

If you want to become part of a winning team and if you want to build a fantastic foundation ahead of a career in motor sport, we’d love to hear from you.