At Mercedes AMG High Performance Powertrains our highly talented and ambitious team are responsible for the design, manufacture, testing and racing of Formula 1 power units and are pioneering in Advanced Technologies, transferring F1 technologies and know-how into high performance automotive projects and products such as the Mercedes AMG Project One and the Mercedes-Benz Vision EQXX.
We are extremely proud of our Early Careers Programme which is an integral part of our Talent Attraction Strategy however we recognise that we need to do more to create opportunities for talented women engineers who are significantly underrepresented in both Motorsport and Engineering. Diverse representation is a prerequisite for harvesting diverse ideas and perspectives, and we are committed to identifying, understanding, and removing the obstacles that inhibit Diversity, Equity and Inclusion and taking action to address the disproportionately low number of female engineers in our industry.
We are delighted to introduce our Accelerating Women in Engineering Programme which will offer a one year paid industrial placement to women engineers, providing exposure to a breadth of engineering within Formula 1 and Advanced Technologies working alongside some of the World’s best engineers. We are launching our application process today, with the programme commencing in September 2026.
The 12-month programme will offer:
- A salary of £30,000
- Full-time Work Experience in 2 areas of our Engineering facility (1 rotation)
- A mentor assigned to each participant on the programme
- Skills workshops throughout the year
- Opportunity to join our HPP Women’s Network and Women in Engineering Project Team
- Competitive salary and excellent benefits such as opportunity to join our car lease scheme and an onsite gym
Criteria:
- Our Accelerating Women in Engineering Programme has been created for women who are studying for a 2:1 degree or above in an Engineering discipline, and are able to commit to a 1 year paid industrial placement starting September 2026
- Available to attend our Accelerating Women in Engineering Programme Workshop on Friday 19th June 2026
- An excellent understanding of engineering first principles
- Curious and tenacious individuals who thrive in a fast-paced environment
- Practical, “hands-on” experience to complement your academic studies
- Excellent communication skills
- Self-motivated, thorough engineers that are adaptable, creative, and innovative
- The courage to challenge and desire to be challenged, to expand your technical knowledge and skills
The process:
- Submit your on-line application for a place on our 12-month programme, CV and covering letter
- Within this we would like to learn as much about you as possible. Tell us about your hobbies and passions; related and unrelated to the scheme or degree you are studying as this will help you stand out against candidates that may have the same qualifications and grades as you.
- Please remember to list the grades you have achieved against the respective qualifications, employment, and project experience.
- Closing date for applications is midnight 24th May 2026
- Your application will be screened by HR and our Engineering Leadership Team
- If shortlisted you will be invited to attend our Workshop & Assessment Day which will take place on Friday 19th June 2026 at our factory in Brixworth, Northamptonshire. At our Accelerating Women in Engineering Programme Workshop you will gain insight into F1 & Advanced Technologies at HPP. Taking part in activities such as speed networking, a tour of the factory, interactive practical group activities and hearing from inspiring role models. We will provide further information regarding the structure of the day in invitations.
- If successful, you will start on Monday 31st August 2026
During your application process we are committed to providing additional support where it may be needed. If you need additional financial support to help attend our Workshop & Assessment Day, you can apply to be considered to receive our Interview Travel Bursary which will provide full reimbursement for any travel expenses incurred. At the point of a successful invitation to attend please raise this with your contact at HPP.
