Electromechanical Design Apprentice
Join SST as an Engineering Apprentice! Get hands-on experience designing and building real products for demanding environments. Rotate through key engineering areas, develop mechanical and electrical skills, use SolidWorks, and earn Level 2–3 qualifications while supporting vital national security work.
Role
Your job duties will include:
- Rotate through Design, Production, TEMPEST, Procurement and QHSE to learn core engineering processes.
- Support product design by creating/modifying 3D models and drawings in SolidWorks.
- Assist with developing electromechanical assemblies, prototypes and engineering documentation.
- Perform hands-on mechanical/electrical assembly, basic testing and use workshop/tools safely.
- Contribute to prototype builds, CNC/3D‐printed parts, BOM updates and engineering change activities.
- Follow security, configuration‐control and QHSE requirements while supporting continuous improvement.
Training
Potential position upon completion of the apprenticeship.
- Apprenticeship Standard
- Engineering and manufacturing support technician (level 3)
- Training Provider
- GLOUCESTERSHIRE COLLEGE
- Working Week
- Monday to Thursday-8hours. Friday-5hours. Start and finish times to be confirmed.
- Expected Duration
- 3 Years 9 Months
- Positions Available
- 1
- Closing Date
- Tuesday, 5th May 2026
- Start Date
- Monday, 7th September 2026
Desired Skills
- IT skills
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Problem solving skills
- Initiative
Qualifications
- English GCSE, grade 4 (Essential)
- Maths GCSE, grade 4 (Essential)
- Science GCSE, grade 4 (Essential)
About the Employer
SECURE SYSTEMS & TECHNOLOGIES LIMITED
Design and manufacture of TEMPEST certified IT equipment