2027 Graduate Engineering Program

Launch Your Engineering Career and Turn Metals into Motion!

Are you a recent engineering graduate or completing your engineering degree by Summer 2027?

If you're passionate about manufacturing, eager to learn, and excited to solve challenges that move industries forward, our 2027 Graduate Engineering Program could be the perfect opportunity for you to turn your knowledge into real-world impact. 

Your future in engineering starts here!

Join our dynamic team through our structured 12–24 month Graduate Development Program, designed to develop the next generation of engineering talent. Gain hands-on experience, strengthen your technical skills, and learn from experienced professionals as you contribute to meaningful projects in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

At Doncasters, you’ll have the opportunity to transform ideas into action, tackle real-world engineering challenges, and build the skills and confidence needed to thrive in your career all while helping us turn metals into motion. Opportunities are available in Groton, Connecticut; Oxford, Alabama; and Long Beach, California.

If you’re driven, curious, and ready to make an impact, this is your opportunity to learn, grow, and shape the future of manufacturing.

Hours – 40 hours a week

Salary - Varies by geographical location and specialty.

Why join us?

Did you know that every time you take a flight, drive somewhere, or switch on a light, there’s a chance Doncasters played a part in making that happen?

We are a specialist manufacturer of complex precision cast components for aerospace engines and industrial gas turbines, supporting leading OEM programmes.

We excel in turning metals into motion, working in alloys and manufacturing complex product designs to offer an unparalleled range of solutions for high performance and specialist applications.

We employ more than 3,000 people across 14 core manufacturing facilities globally, providing the scale and expertise required to serve leading aerospace engine and IGT OEMs.

At Doncasters, we believe in doing things the right way. That means acting with integrity, delivering with commitment, and working as one team to achieve more, together. Whether you're developing precision-engineered components, running world-class manufacturing operations, or supporting our people and processes, your role is part of something much bigger.

Join us and contribute to a legacy built on performance, precision, and the values that drive us forward - excellence, commitment, integrity, and teamwork.

What we can offer you:

• An interesting and varied field to work in
• An environment where you can learn and grow through constant development opportunities
• Long-term career growth within the organization
• PTO
• Competitive 401K
• Competitive medical insurance
• A structured development program designed to build your skills and engineering capabilities.
• A mentor to guide your growth and help you navigate early career decisions
• Hands‑on exposure to the full aerospace investment casting process
• Cross‑functional rotations and opportunities to learn from experts

Exciting opportunities are on the way!

Graduate Product / Process Engineer

The Graduate Product / Process Engineer is an early-career role supporting aerospace investment casting operations, building a strong foundational engineering skillset, and developing a comprehensive understanding of the manufacturing process. Responsibilities include process monitoring and control, process ownership, production support and maintenance, tooling support, defining and executing process methods, and identifying opportunities for yield improvement.

The role provides broad exposure to the processes involved in manufacturing aerospace cast products, with a focus on understanding specific products and manufacturing processes, as well as their upstream and downstream impacts. Working alongside an experienced mentor, the graduate will develop the technical knowledge and practical skills required to take ownership of assigned processes and responsibilities, progressing toward independent performance.

As part of our Graduate Development Program, participants will also gain valuable cross-site experience, working with different teams, products, and manufacturing environments to broaden their engineering knowledge and support continuous improvement across our operations.

Graduate Ceramics Engineer

The Graduate Ceramics Engineer is an early-career role supporting aerospace investment casting operations, with a focus on the use and control of ceramic materials and components throughout the manufacturing process. The primary responsibility is the development and control of ceramic molds, created by repeatedly dipping wax assemblies into specific combinations of ceramic slurries and applying various grades of stucco to build a robust shell capable of withstanding dewaxing, mold firing, and molten metal pouring.

The role focuses on identifying, investigating, and controlling key process variables that influence mold integrity, performance, and compatibility with the alloys being cast. Responsibilities include managing slurry chemistry, optimizing robotic dipping, draining and stucco application processes, and controlling the thermodynamics of the drying environment to consistently produce high-quality molds while maximizing yield and maintaining production throughput.

The Graduate Ceramics Engineer will also contribute to troubleshooting, root-cause investigations, and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance process stability, product quality, and operational efficiency. Initially working alongside a ceramics subject matter expert, the graduate will develop the technical knowledge and practical skills required to take ownership of assigned processes and progress toward independent performance.

Graduate Metallurgist

The Graduate Metallurgist is an early-career role supporting aerospace investment casting operations through metallurgical laboratory activities, material testing, and validation across the manufacturing process. The role focuses on evaluating and verifying the properties and quality of alloys, cast components, and other materials used in the production of aerospace castings to ensure compliance with defined specifications and quality standards.

Responsibilities include hands-on laboratory work such as sample preparation, cutting, mounting, etching, and polishing, as well as metallographic examination, evaluation, documentation, and reporting of results. The Graduate Metallurgist will also support the coordination of external material testing, review and receipt of test reports, and verification of material certifications against applicable specifications and requirements.

The role will contribute to troubleshooting, root-cause investigations, and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance material quality, process reliability, and product performance. Initially working alongside an experienced mentor, the graduate will develop the technical knowledge and practical skills required to perform metallurgical evaluations independently and support the delivery of high-quality aerospace cast products.

Interested in Taking the Next Step?

Turn your engineering knowledge into real-world impact! If you have the qualifications below, we’d love to hear from you. Join our team and build your future in engineering and manufacturing.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, with graduation by Summer 2027.
• Basic knowledge of casting processes
• Effective communication, collaboration, and analytical skills
• Strong communication, teamwork, and analytical skills
• A desire to grow, take initiative, and solve problems

Equal opportunities:

Doncasters is committed to achieving workforce diversity and we pride ourselves on creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome all applications irrespective of social and cultural background, national origin, race, age, sex, gender identity, disability- physical or hidden, sexual orientation, veteran status, religious belief, or any other characteristics protected by law. We provide a fully inclusive and accessible recruitment process. We encourage all applicants to reach out if they require any support or accommodations to enable them to thrive throughout our recruitment process. Please contact [email protected].