Hardware Engineering Placement Student
Possible
Sponsorship likelihood
This employer issued few or no visas recently
Not disclosed
Salary
Not disclosed by employer
£46,100
Going rate
Skilled Worker going rate
This role likely qualifies for a Skilled Worker visa
SOC 2129 (70% match) is an eligible occupation, with a going rate of £46,100, and SWINDON SILICON SYSTEMS LIMITED is a licensed sponsor. That is our reading of the rules. Whether they issue a Certificate of Sponsorship is still their call.
This could also be SOC 3113 (Engineering technicians, Testing and laboratory work could be technician-level support) or SOC 2124 (Electronics engineers, Hardware/electronics development and testing focus). We read the code off the advert, so it is our best guess, not the employer's.
New graduate or PhD holder? Pick one of the lower rates.
What each route needs for this job
| Occupation code | New entrant 70% of going rate | STEM PhD 80% of going rate | Relevant PhD 90% of going rate | Standard rate 100% of going rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
2129 Engineering professionals not elsewhere classified Most likely code | £33,400 | £36,900 | £41,500 | £46,100 |
3113 Engineering technicians Also possible | £33,400 | £34,000 | £38,300 | £42,500 |
2124 Electronics engineers Also possible | £36,400 | £41,600 | £46,800 | £52,000 |
We use the lowest threshold across the plausible codes. Likelihood is Possible at most when the pay clears only a lower rate, or only under a less likely code. How the Home Office picks the code
About the role
What are we doing?
Sensata Technologies is developing and producing a broad portfolio of sensors for automotive applications. Car manufacturers today are faced with increasing challenges. Technological requirements are continuously stepped up, because of the demand for performance, safety, efficiency and clean emissions. With our innovative products we strive to contribute to an environmentally friendly industry. We describe our culture as dynamic, open, proactive, one Sensata, can do attitude, obsession to win, high flexibility, close to our custom
We are offering an exciting opportunity to be part of our Placement Development Programme within our Research and Development teams. The roles available encompass hardware and software development opportunities and activities, along with component and system testing in an automotive environment. As a placement engineer you will have the opportunity to apply new concepts and ideas, learn new development tools, avail of our highly specialised laboratories and gain technical knowledge to develop your career in these exciting fields of engineering.
We are currently recruiting for a range of roles which include Systems Verification, Hardware, Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC), Mechatronics and Technology Development across our Newtownabbey site.
There are a wide range of tasks/learning opportunities available within these roles which include:
- Understand how the hardware blocks within our products work together to provide a system level solution.
Essential Criteria:
- Currently working towards any relevant engineering degree
- High calibre students with drive, enthusiasm and ambition
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Proven ability to work both individually and as part of a team.
What do we offer?
- Intern programme.
- A friendly, open culture where you will work with people from all over the world
- Work with skilled subject matter experts. People committed to finding solutions for tough technical and business challenges
- A culture where results and performance matter. We are committed, but also take the time to celebrate milestones and get to know each other outside of work
- Working with state-of-the-art tools and processes on diverse projects with real world applications
Additional information:
- Start times from 7:30 to 9:30 (fully flexible)
- 33 Days Holidays (pro-rata)
- Enrolment onto our Placement Programme
- Free onsite parking
Sensata is committed to the provision of training and development opportunities. A comprehensive Induction programme is also available to all our new placement students.
Please note that all successful candidates must undergo a medical examination which includes a drugs test.
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Where this offer sits in the market
Engineering professionals not elsewhere classified (SOC 2129) · UK · ONS ASHE 2025 · basic pay · ~167k in sample- Middle half £37,856–59,488
- Median £46,280
- Going rate £46,100
- Threshold £41,700
- New entrant £33,400–41,500
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Does this job guarantee visa sponsorship?
Not necessarily. SWINDON SILICON SYSTEMS LIMITED holds a sponsor licence, but sponsorship for a specific hire is always the employer's decision. Be upfront in your application that you'll require it.
What salary is needed for this role to be eligible?
The offer must clear both the general threshold and the SOC 2129 going rate of £46,100. New-entrant and shortage discounts can lower it.