APPRENTICESHIP SCHEMES COSWORTH FOUNDERS Keith Duckworth and Mike Costin WHO ARE WE? Since Cosworth Was Formed in WRC, GT3 and Motogp
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APPRENTICESHIP SCHEMES COSWORTH FOUNDERS Keith Duckworth and Mike Costin WHO ARE WE? Since Cosworth was formed in WRC, GT3 and MotoGP. Cosworth is 1958 by Mike Costin and Keith a globally recognised brand that Duckworth, we have become the provides high-quality solutions most successful independent for a growing customer base. engine manufacturer in history, as The company is home to leading- well as one of the market leaders edge engineering, world-class in performance electronics. Our manufacturing and state-of-the- Motorsport pedigree remains art facilities. Our business is proud unrivalled with a string of driver to deliver smart solutions and and manufacturer titles to our exceptional service to vehicle credit in a wide range of series manufacturers, race teams and including: Formula 1, IndyCar, performance enthusiasts around Champ Car, BTCC, Porsche Cup, the world. WHY APPRENTICESHIPS? There are many routes into Applicants that are accepted onto engineering. However, an the Apprenticeship programme will apprenticeship with Cosworth study towards a full engineering will enable you to experience apprenticeship framework which the automotive industry while will include: developing extensive knowledge z NVQ3 Extended Diploma in a and a set of skills that are relevant skills area essential for a future career path in z Study towards a Level 3 engineering. Technical Certificate At Cosworth, we are proud to z Practical experience of the offer apprenticeships that start industry within their chosen skill people on the road to a long and area successful career. z Functional skills (Maths, English Each applicant is required to and ICT) have at least 3 GCSEs grades z Personal learning and critical A-C including Maths, English and thinking skills Science. You must also either be z Employment rights and working towards or have already responsibilities attained an Extended Diploma or a BTEC qualification in Engineering. SUPPORT NETWORK As a Cosworth Apprentice, member of our team. You’ll also The Human Resources Department you’ll have access to extensive have access to mentors who will is also closely linked with our knowledge and training support you through your studies, Apprentices and will be available opportunities. By working full- offering guidance to help you to assist you in choosing the time, you’ll become a permanent achieve your full potential. career path that is right for you. Hum er a in n a Re Tr s o e u ic t rc n e e e Kn r nc ow O p e f i le f p r i e d c A p g x e e E r t n e APPRENTICE e c m n e g e a d r i f u n o c o n C E r S e T upport g e a a n m a M ne Li JOB OPPORTUNITIES There are six domains in which an apprentice can work in at Cosworth: ELECTRONICS ENGINE (ASSEMBLY AND TESTING) MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN Working alongside members Working with other members of the Working with other members of the of the electronics team to: engine build team to: maintenance team to: z Populate printed circuit boards z Strip and build engines z Carry out electro/mechanical (PCB) using Surface-Mount z Build ancillary equipment repair of company assets Technology (SMT) z Test engines in the Dyno area z Perform preventative z Build motorsport products to a z Complete build documentation maintenance duties high specification z Liaise with engineering staff to z Liaise with manufacturing staff z Liaise with production staff to resolve build issues to resolve issues resolve build issues z Completion of maintenance z Test product using multimeters, logs oscilloscopes, and in-house test z Interact with suppliers for timely equipment arrival of components z Complete build and quality standard documentation MANUAL/CNC MANUFACTURING PRODUCTION ENGINEERING QUALITY Working alongside members of the Working with other members of the Working with other members of the manufacturing team to: production engineering team to: quality team to: z Produce components on both z Design tooling, jigs and fixtures z Programme and use a CMM manual and CNC (Computer z Write programs for CNC turning, (Coordinate Measuring Numerical Control) machinery milling and machining centres Machine) z Programme CNC machines for z Programme and use of CAD z Gauge and calibrate equipment one off prototypes (Computer Aided Design) z Collect and analyse data z Machine small production runs and CAM (Computer Aided z Liaise with manufacturing staff z Read third angle engineering Manufacturing) methods to resolve quality issues drawings z Write work instructions z Write quality reports and z Liaise with Quality and z Liaise with manufacturing staff process documentation Production Engineers to meet to resolve engineering issues delivery dates WHAT OUR APPRENTICES ARE SAYING MICHAEL, ELECTRONICS TECHNICIAN JACK, ENGINE BUILDER “I enjoy every aspect of my job, “Cosworth is a company with such particularly learning how complex rich history in motorsport providing components are put together and engines for the likes of Graham Hill, what they will be used for. It feels Ayrton Senna, Michael Schumacher great to be part of Cosworth.” and more. To then be able to work for the company and contribute to its future is incredible!” RYAN, QUALITY ENGINEER GABRIELLA, TEST TECHNICIAN “It’s exciting to work at Cosworth “Being part of Cosworth is a dream – you’ve got state-of-the-art come true and I’m very excited equipment, everyone is highly to be part of a team that puts in skilled and there’s a lot of 100% dedication and commitment. knowledge going around.” Being involved in something big is always a great feeling but when you’re working for Cosworth, you’re carrying on a legacy.” COSWORTH PROJECTS Cosworth has created engines and electronics for Aston Martin, Caterham, Chevrolet, Lotus, Porsche, and Renault Sport Technologies. An extensive description of these projects can be found on our website. RENAULT SPORT TECHNOLOGIES CORVETTE STINGRAY PDR ASTON MARTIN ONE-77 Renault Sport selected Cosworth The Cosworth PDR is an advanced Cosworth developed an ultra- to provide the technological vehicle data capture and display high performance supercar advancements demanded by system aimed at improving driver engine for one of the world’s modern racing. Cosworth chose performance. The system was most prestigious OEM’s. The its flagship ECU, the Pectel MQ12 engineered to pass General development team achieved to provide advanced control for Motors’ rigorous design and a 45% performance increase the new engine. Furthermore, new production validation processes. and a reduction in mass of over code was developed for the ECU Fully certified by General Motors, 10% compared to Aston Martin’s to control the Formula Renault 3.5’s it is available as a factory-fitted reference engine; this resulted in DRS system, bringing the series in option in a number of their vehicle one of the world’s most powerful line with F1 technology. lines, such as the Stingray. naturally aspirated road engines. APPLICATION PROCESS WHAT TO DO NEXT? qā Submit a copy of your CV to Cosworth via email: [email protected] wā Shortlisted candidates will then be invited to an interview at Cosworth eā A letter of “Intent to Employ” will be sent to the successful applicants rā Apprenticeship programmes begin in September each year FIND OUT MORE AT: www.cosworth.com/people/apprenticeships/ @cosworth @cosworth cosworth_official www.cosworth.com.