The AMRC Cymru graduate programme is your gateway to a world of innovation and hands-on experience.
AMRC Cymru is part of the University of Sheffield Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre and a member of the High Value Manufacturing Catapult, a consortium of leading manufacturing and process research centres backed by Innovate UK.
You will be joining a state-of-the-art facility in Wales which focuses on advanced manufacturing sectors including aerospace, automotive, food & drink and nuclear in the key research areas of future propulsion, sustainability and digital manufacturing.
Over two years, you will participate in four, four-month placements in these different theme areas, allowing you to learn from experts and make a real impact on real-world projects. This is the ideal transition from university to a professional engineering environment. The programme is designed to meet the aspirations of the best graduates and help us shape the future of manufacturing engineering, research and development in Wales.
As an engineer at the AMRC Cymru, you’ll be working closely with our clients to help them access advanced technologies that will drive improvements in productivity, performance and quality.
Manufacturing engineering at AMRC Cymru can involve national and sometimes international travel depending on the area of work. Successful completion of the programme can lead to roles including manufacturing research, project management and data science.
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Course details
- Duration: 24 months
- Placements: 16 months in four four-month placements in theme areas
- Focus: The final eight months self-selected area of focus or graduate group project.
- Automation — Immerse yourself in the world of automated systems and learn how to develop and deploy them in manufacturing environments. You'll be learning and working on:
- System design and architecture
- Process simulation and optimisation
- Control systems integration
- Programming (for example robot specific, PLC, C#, Python)
- Integration of systems with cloud computing and IoT
- Safety systems and human factors for automation
- Collaborative robotics and mobile robotics.
- Design — Explore the art of product design and learn how to create products that are both functional and aesthetically pleasing. You'll be learning and working on:
- Design for X, design principles and design thinking
- Design review and specification
- Ideation and design development
- Computer-aided design (CAD), simulation and mechanical design
- Sustainability and design
- Rapid prototyping and additive manufacturing.
- Project management and operations — Master the art of efficient project management and learn how to optimise manufacturing processes. You'll be learning and working on:
- Scoping and development of grant applications and bids
- Delivery of project activities to time, cost and quality
- Reporting key metrics to stakeholders at all levels
- Build an awareness of the supporting functions (e.g. finance, procurement and contracts teams) and management of an integrated project team
- Familiarisation with the quality management system and operational compliance.
- Manufacturing intelligence — Harness the power of data-driven manufacturing and learn how to use data to improve decision-making. You'll be learning and working on:
- Data collection and analysis
- Real-time monitoring
- Machine learning and artificial intelligence
- Integration of IIoT
- Intelligent supply chain management
- Process optimisation through intelligence.
- Work on real-world projects with industry leaders and top researchers.
- Learn and apply a range of skills, from ideation to computer-aided design (CAD) and rapid prototyping.
- Contribute to product development processes and see your work come to life.
- Excellent multi-disciplinary working environment
- Competitive salary - Grade 5
- Chance to study for postgraduate qualification (MSc or PhD)
- Support to gain Chartership Engineering status
- Networking opportunities with academics and industry experts
- Ongoing Continuing Personal Development (CPD) support
- 28 Days holiday per year plus additional university closure days
- X% contributory pension benefits.
Successful completion of the programme could lead to a role within the AMRC Cymru or a similar organisation.
- A 2:1 degree in a relevant discipline such as Manufacturing Engineering, Production Engineering, Robotics, Automation, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace / Aeronautical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Software Engineering Cybersecurity, Mathematics or Physics
- Skills: creative problem-solving, excellent communication, self-motivation and teamwork
- Willingness to learn and demonstrate adaptability
- Eligibility to live and work in the UK.
- April 2025 — CV and covering Letter submitted through an online application form
- June 2025 — Online presentation with Q&A
- June 2025 — A two-day assessment centre, including a visit to a manufacturing process and a team challenge.
To apply for the Graduate Programme, please use the application form below, and email a covering letter and CV as a combined document to: @amrc.co.uk. Please ensure that your CV is up to date, and includes the following details;
- Full details of the qualifications you have and are currently studying towards, and where possible, include your predicted grades
- A current or recent job that you’ve undertaken that demonstrates your problem-solving ability, responsibilities and accomplishments
- Highlight your relevant skills, both technical and soft skills
- Highlight any achievements, awards or recognition you have received.
The covering letter should tell us;
- Why you are choosing to start your engineering career at the AMRC Cymru
- What interests do you have that will aid your career in manufacturing engineering?
Discover the beauty of North Wales, being very close to over 800 acres of the Eryri National Park which is Wales’ largest National Park (and previously known as the Snowdonia National Park.) together with a very vibrant social aspect of working at AMRC Cymru, including activities such as our weekly badminton group, indoor climbing and annual go-karting championships.
We’re looking forward to receiving your application and hearing more about you.
Applications
To apply for the Graduate Programme, please use the application form below, and email a covering letter and CV as a combined document to: gradprogrammecymru@amrc.co.uk. Please ensure that your CV is up to date, and includes the following details;
- Full details of the qualifications you have and are currently studying towards, and where possible, include your predicted grades
- A current or recent job that you’ve undertaken that demonstrates your problem-solving ability, responsibilities and accomplishments
- Highlight your relevant skills, both technical and soft skills
- Highlight any achievements, awards or recognition you have received.
The covering letter should tell us;
- Why you are choosing to start your engineering career at the AMRC Cymru
- What interests do you have that will aid your career in manufacturing engineering?
