Who are we?

Based in Cranfield, Bedfordshire, NTCE (Nissan Technical Centre, Europe) is our UK Research and Development hub. We are home to the functions that help us lead the way in vehicle design and development of the vehicles manufactured in our European plants. With more than 900 people based here from over 25 different countries, it’s a hive of ideas, imagination, and vision, based in open-plan spacious offices designed to encourage cross-functional collaboration. The teams at the Cranfield Nissan Technical Centre work to develop engineering and design requirements for new car models across the world. Here you’ll find departments such as Research & Development, Product Economic Control, Purchasing, Legal, HR, Finance and Total Customer Satisfaction, all enjoying modern on-site facilities like our gym, sports, and social club.

Purpose

This 12 month Research & Development industrial placement, starting in August 2025, is a great chance to take theory from university and put it into practice in a fast-paced environment. This provides a chance for real responsibility and hands-on experience in a challenging and diverse environment.

Main Tasks & Responsibilities

You will spend a year  working with the Electronics and Electrical (E&E) test team who validate the overall vehicle  E&E systems.

The year is spent doing hands on E&E testing as well as benchmarking other Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEM)  vehicles  

• Perform testing in the vehicle related to the EE systems which includes but limited to:

  • Body Electronics Test

  • Power supply and Harness

  • Instrument clusters, Audio and park aid

• Defining test cases based on technical specifications of E&E systems.

• Confirming vehicle level quality, function & reliability standards are maintained when changes are implemented.

• Raise incident tickets in the incident management system and track them through to closure.

• Support automated test development

• Other OEM benchmarking of E&E systems

• Market quality investigations and countermeasure development, when needed

Skills you would develop:

• Software validation project management

• Software development process (V-cycle)

• Software risk analysis and test definition

• Software quality concern management and resolution (Jira, Test Rail etc)

• Software Test Automation methods

• Root cause analysis and problem solving

What you will need to be successful

• You should be studying for one of the below qualification(s): Undergraduate

  • Electronic/Electrical Engineering

  • Computer Science

  • Computer Networking

  • Telecoms and networking 

  • IT / Data analyst

The successful candidate should have the following skills, interests, or experience:

• An interest in vehicle electronics  

• Curiosity and passion for customer facing technologies

• Readiness to work in a multinational team

• Confidence when presenting  

• Methodical, systematic approach to solving problems  

• Good planning, organising and time management skills.

• Be self-motivating and self-managing, Pro-active, energetic, and flexible regarding working practice and working hours.

Sufficient evidence of your right to work in the UK will be required.

What we offer

We firmly believe that investment in our employees is integral to their growth and success. As a member of our team, you will have access to many of our benefits - because we want you to feel cared for, supported, and engaged at Nissan.

• Competitive base salary at £21,587

• Remote Working Policy (maximum 2 days per week WFH)

• Flexible Working Options

  • 39 hours per week

  • Standard Working Hours: Mon-Thurs 8am-5pm, Fri 8am-1:20pm

  • 2+/- flexible hour adjustments (Subject to manager approval)

• 26 days holiday + Bank Holidays

• Free onsite parking & subsidised restaurant

• Onsite Gym Facilities

At Nissan we believe that diversity gives us strength and is key to the success of our business. That’s why we pride ourselves on being an equal opportunities employer and have a range of Talent initiatives in place, such as high potential development, leadership, and career coaching to support our female workforce. In a male dominated industry, our UK data shows that on average, women’s mean hourly pay is more than men. We pride ourselves on being a transparent, cross-cultural, and competitive business.

Diversity and Inclusion:

All of us at Nissan - regardless of functional area or expertise - share a passion to design, manufacture and sell high-performance, fun to drive vehicles. Nissan is an Equal Opportunity Employer for all. Applicants will be considered for all positions regardless of race, gender, military status, disability, or any other status protected by law.

Please note, it is a mandatory requirement to include your CV with your application. A cover letter may be submitted at your discretion.

Closing date: 26th January 2025-  Nissan reserves the right to terminate this advertisement prematurely.

Cranfield Bedfordshire United Kingdom