About The Role
We have an opportunity for a summer placement student with a proven interest in embedded electronic or mechatronic engineering to join our Engineering Department. The placement will last for approximately 3 months (with some flexibility) and will be based on-site at Reliance Precision Limited in Huddersfield, West Yorkshire. The successful candidates will report to the Head of Electronic Systems.
The Project
The focus of this placement will be to explore the use of ESP32 microcontrollers to support the activities of the embedded electronics team and the wider business.
You will work primarily within the electronics teams to:
- Understand the benefits and drawbacks of the ESP32 as a supporting technology.
- Learn and evaluate the tools need to program, debug and test code on the Esp32.
- Design and conduct experiments designed to test intended use scenarios.
- Identify, trial and propose the best IDE for the embedded electronics team and provide training materials accordingly.
Skills and Qualifications
The role is open to students of any year. The key attributes we are looking for are a passion for engineering and an aptitude for technical communication and learning new skills.
Useful knowledge and experience include:
- Knowledge of software engineering.
- Knowledge of electronic engineering.
- Experience working with micro controllers in general.
- Specific and demonstrable experience of using ESP32 devices would be beneficial.
Desirable Behavioural Attributes
Candidates should work in alignment with Reliance’s Blue Book Principles:
- Do right by people.
- Support each other and grow.
- Be proud to do the job right.
- Think, make and progress.
- Build a company together that lasts.
Hours of Work
This role is 38 hours per week for approximately 3 months. There is some flexibility around the start and end dates to suit the successful candidate.
Working hours are:
- Monday to Thursday: 08:00-17:00
- Friday: 08:00-12:00
About Reliance Precision
Founded in 1920, Reliance Precision Limited is a family-owned engineering company specialising in the design, manufacture, assembly and test of highly complex components and sub-assemblies that play a critical role in the performance of the final application. Reliance is an established supplier to a diverse range of global markets including aerospace defence, analytical instruments and space. We are committed to providing the highest quality of product and service.
Our company principles are underpinned by our vision: to build a company together that lasts. Reliance is committed to encouraging equality, diversity and inclusion amongst its workforce. We are one community to which everyone belongs.
Closing Date
Friday 10 April 2026
Apply For This Role
For more information or to apply for the role, please send a CV and covering letter to placements@reliance.co.uk.
Interview Process
The interview process will consist of two stages:
- The first round will take place during the week commencing 13 April and will be conducted online.
- The second round will be held onsite at Reliance, within two weeks of the initial interviews.