EVera Recruitment Information Pack for The Advanced Propulsion Centre

What is The Advanced Propulsion Centre (APC)

The Advanced Propulsion Centre (APC) is a joint venture between the UK government and the automotive industry, established in 2013 to support the development and commercialisation of low-carbon propulsion technologies in the UK. The APC aims to make the UK a global leader in the design, development and manufacture of advanced propulsion systems, and to create economic and environmental benefits for the UK.

The APC operates through a series of funding competitions, which provide grants to collaborative projects that demonstrate the potential of innovative technologies to reduce CO2 emissions and improve air quality.

The APC also provides access to world-class facilities, expertise and networks, and supports skills development and supply chain growth in the UK automotive sector.

The APC is part of the Automotive Council, a strategic partnership between the UK government and the automotive industry, which sets the long-term vision and roadmap for the sector.

The APC is also aligned with the Industrial Strategy Challenge Fund (ISCF), a government initiative to invest in research and innovation that addresses the major societal and industrial challenges of our time.

The APC’s Vision & Mission:

The APC’s vision is to position the UK as a centre of excellence for low-carbon propulsion development and production.

Their mission is to accelerate the industrialisation of technologies capable of propelling vehicles from initial concept to market ready products.

Honors & Accolades:

As of October 2023, the APC has supported over 150 projects, involving more than 450 organisations, with a total investment of over £1.5 billion. These projects are expected to save over 270 million tonnes of CO2 by 2032, equivalent to the lifetime emissions of 10 million cars. They are also expected to create or safeguard over 50,000 jobs in the UK automotive sector.

Some of the successful projects supported by the APC include:

• The LEVC TX electric taxi, which has reduced CO2 emissions by 100g/km and improved air quality in London and other cities.
• The Jaguar Land Rover Ingenium engine family, which has increased fuel efficiency by up to 25% and reduced CO2 emissions by up to 20%.
• The Ford EcoBlue diesel engine, which has reduced NOx emissions by up to 55% and improved fuel economy by up to 13%.
• The Nissan Leaf electric vehicle, which has increased battery capacity by 67% and extended driving range by 50%.

Location:

Advanced Propulsion Centre UK Ltd, University of Warwick, Coventry, CV4 7AL

The APC is headquartered at the University of Warwick, where it operates a state-of-the-art hub facility that provides a collaborative space for innovation and knowledge exchange. The hub also hosts the National Automotive Innovation Centre (NAIC), a world-class research and development centre for advanced propulsion systems.

The APC also has four regional spoke facilities across the UK, each focusing on a specific area of expertise:

• The Electrical Energy Storage Spoke at the University of Warwick, which specialises in battery technologies and systems integration.
• The Electric Machines Spoke at Newcastle University, which specialises in electric motor design and manufacturing.
• The Internal Combustion Engines Spoke at Loughborough University, which specialises in engine efficiency and emissions reduction.
• The Thermal Propulsion Systems Spoke at the University of Bath, which specialises in thermal management and waste heat recovery.

Employee Benefits:

Pension:

• Employer contribution up to 8%

Holiday:

• 25 days + 8 statutory bank holidays (plus 2-3 days at Christmas)

Healthcare:

• Life insurance
• Private medical

Other Benefits:

• Hybrid working (role dependant)