Apprentice Projects Engineer

The apprentice on this Degree Apprenticeship programme will be training to become a manufacturing engineer, gaining both academic knowledge and practical experience across a wide range of manufacturing specialisms. Their average day or week will be varied and hands-on, involving technical work, project coordination, and interaction with customers and colleagues.

Typical tasks the apprentice could be involved in include:

• Supporting system changes and upgrades, while ensuring customer expectations are managed and any necessary disruption to production is clearly communicated and minimised
• Working professionally on-site, representing the company’s interests when dealing with customers and contractors
• Accurately recording time spent on-site and on production-related tasks using company-specified tools
• Completing project documentation on time and to company standards, including checklists, method statements, risk assessments, and electrical drawings
• Following health and safety regulations specific to the company and site, and reporting any issues or deviations
• Opportunities to travel to sites across the UK and overseas to commission system modifications and new installations
• Proactively working to meet deadlines and escalating any issues that might impact project timelines

On the technical side, the apprentice will:

• Create and update electrical schematics using AutoCAD LT
• Diagnose and resolve faults with a strong electromechanical understanding
• Apply their electrical knowledge to at least City & Guilds 18th Edition level to install, maintain, and support Promtek systems
• Read and interpret digital process trends and electrical schematics accurately
• Be competent in the design of control panels, using information such as schematic diagrams, I/O lists, or data gathered during project scoping

They will also be involved in project planning and execution, including:

• Planning project stages, from initial concept through to quality assurance
• Liaising with and outsourcing to subcontractors, suppliers, and service providers to ensure successful delivery
• Providing accurate hardware and labour costings to support precise quotations
• Monitoring budgets and updating order board progress, ensuring spending remains within agreed limits
• Troubleshooting issues to maintain smooth project progression
• Supporting the Head of Projects in maintaining high standards across all tasks
• Assisting in reporting project progress to senior staff or other stakeholders
• Ensuring the project remains compliant with all relevant internal and legislative regulations
• Helping to delegate tasks to team members, where necessary, to keep projects on schedule

Overall, this apprenticeship offers a comprehensive foundation in manufacturing engineering, combining hands-on technical training with project management, problem-solving, and customer service skills – all essential for a successful career in the field.

• Communication skills
• Organisation skills
• Problem solving skills
• Effective Time Management
• Adaptability and willingness
• Enthusiastic and Reliable
• Self-Driven

• English GCSE, grade Grade A*-C/4-9 or equivalent (Essential)
• Mathmatics GCSE, grade Grade A*-C/4-9 or equivalent (Essential)
• A Levels, BTEC or equivilant A Level, grade Minimum 112 UCAS Points (Essential)