Production Engineer Apprentice

Electronics production engineering role, supporting all aspects of assembly and testing of LED display devices for both military and commercial applications.

Role

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES · Assist with the development/improvement/rectification of production processes; the post holder will assist in the support of efficiency, productivity, quality and profitability and enable products to be produced at the rate needed to meet customer demand. · Undertaking detailed analysis using statistical methods process weakness will be evidenced and corrective actions applied; improvements will be measured and Key Performance Indicators (KPI’s) produced for management information. · Working alongside Design and Manufacturing departments, high quality production processes will be implemented for new products and day to day material process related issues resolved. · Enhance existing or development of new manufacturing processes. This will involve understanding how machinery and test equipment works and determining the right parameters, tools and materials to be used in the process. · Establish productive, dynamic, working relationships with the Engineering and Manufacturing departments, maintaining regular associations through meetings and communications to discuss any issues. PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

The ideal candidate will be proactive, analytical, result orientated and willing to take on new challenges. They will also have excellent people skills, be able to pay attention to detail.

Training

Off the job to be held at New College Swindon 

On the job to be held at the place of work

Design engineering & development engineering.

Apprenticeship Standard
Engineering and manufacturing support technician (level 3)
Training Provider
NEW COLLEGE SWINDON
Working Week
4 Days a week 7.30 – 5.30 Monday – Wednesday 7.30 – 5 Thursday.
Expected Duration
3 Years 10 Months
Positions Available
1
Closing Date
Wednesday, 7th October 2026
Start Date
Saturday, 10th October 2026

Desired Skills

  • Communication skills
  • IT skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Problem solving skills
  • punctuality

Qualifications

  • English GCSE, grade 4 or equivalent (Essential)
  • Mathematics GCSE, grade 4 or equivalent (Essential)

About the Employer

PRP OPTOELECTRONICS LIMITED
Develop, design and manufacture LED electronics and software for product that go in demanding applications such as aerospace, military, printing & more.

Job Details

Company
PRP OPTOELECTRONICS LIMITED
Location
2 WESTERN GATE, HILLMEAD ENTERPRISE PARK, LANGLEY ROAD, SWINDON, England, United Kingdom
Employment Type
Advanced Apprenticeship
Salary
£15,600 to £24,784.50 a year
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