Requirements
Candidates must be students currently studying Mechanical, Aerospace, or Electro-Mechanical Engineering who are required to complete an industrial placement year. You should have a strong understanding of engineering principles and experience with 3D CAD software.
Job Description
Evolito | Oxfordshire | 12 months
Help Shape the Future of Flight
Ready to gain hands-on experience developing the next generation of aerospace technology?
At Evolito, we're developing world-leading electric propulsion technology that is transforming aviation and helping create a more sustainable future. Our high-performance electric motors and controllers power some of the most exciting aerospace innovations, from electric aircraft to advanced unmanned aerial vehicles.
If you're an enthusiastic engineering student looking for a placement that offers real responsibility, exciting technical challenges and the opportunity to learn from industry experts, we'd love to hear from you.
What you'll do
As a member of our 12-month Mechanical Design Industrial Placement Programme, you'll work alongside experienced engineers on live customer projects from day one.
You'll have the opportunity to:
Contribute to the design and development of components and assemblies for electric propulsion products
Produce and modify 3D CAD models, 2D engineering drawings and supporting technical documentation
Support projects from requirements and concept development through to manufacture, testing and verification
Assist with material selection, design for manufacture and prototype build activities
Contribute to design reviews, DFMEAs, development testing and technical investigations
Receive mentoring and support throughout the programme
You could be involved in projects across:
Mechanical Design
3D CAD Modelling & Engineering Drawings
Product Development
Design for Manufacture & Assembly
Prototype Build & Development Testing
Design Verification
Engineering Risk Assessment & DFMEA
What we're looking for
We're looking for motivated students who:
Are studying Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Electro-Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline
Need to complete an industrial placement year as part of their course
Have a good understanding of fundamental engineering principles and an interest in product development
Have some experience using a 3D CAD package such as Siemens NX, CATIA or SolidWorks
Are practical, analytical, collaborative and eager to learn
Why Evolito?
This isn't a placement where you'll be sitting on the sidelines. You'll become part of a team of talented engineers working at the forefront of electric aviation. You'll be trusted to contribute, encouraged to innovate and supported to develop both technically and professionally.
By the end of your placement, you'll have gained valuable industry experience, built your professional network and developed skills that will help launch your engineering career.
Benefits
Competitive salary
30 days annual leave (pro rata)
Dedicated mentoring and development support
Real project ownership and responsibility
Experience in one of the UK's fastest-growing private technology companies
Ready to launch your career?
Join us and help develop the technologies that will define the next era of aviation.
Application Deadline: 9 November 2026
Interviews: December 2026 to January 2027
Are you Evolito?