Engineering Technician Apprentice

Join our team as an Engineering Technician Apprentice. At SMD, innovation meets excellence. You will learn to assemble cutting-edge Electrical Equipment, contributing to our legacy of pioneering technology for challenging subsea environments. Be part of a team shaping the future of engineering with safety, efficiency, and sensitivity.

Role

  • Perform assembly tasks for a variety of Electrical Equipment following set guidelines.
  • Gain practical experience in working safely and efficiently within an engineering assembly environment.
  • Conduct regular assessments and checks to ensure work meets quality standards and learn from feedback.
  • Interpret parts lists and drawings to assemble components accurately.
  • Ensure correct assembly of all electrical assemblies and sub-assemblies, including cable stripping, crimping, and termination.
  • Engage in continuous improvement activities to enhance assembly processes and product quality.
  • Proactively follow directions from Trainers or Team Leaders to complete tasks effectively.
  • Conduct testing of sub-assemblies and systems to ensure functionality and quality assurance.

Training

  • You will work towards a full Level 3 Engineering Technician standard. You will either be released to college 1 day a week or spend the first year of your course at college. All other training will take place at the employers premises.
  • 20% of your normal working hours will be spend doing off-the-job training, which includes attending technical courses, workshops, and shadowing experienced Engineering Technicians.
  • Upon successful completion of your apprenticeship, there will be an opportunity to stay on in a full-time, permanent position.
Apprenticeship Standard
Engineering technician (level 3)
Training Provider
CITY OF SUNDERLAND COLLEGE
Working Week
Monday to Friday (6:30am - 3:30pm). Lunch is provided everyday.
Expected Duration
42 Months
Positions Available
3
Closing Date
Friday, 28th June 2024
Start Date
Monday, 8th July 2024

Desired Skills

  • Communication skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Organisation skills
  • Problem solving skills
  • Number skills
  • Logical
  • Team working
  • Initiative

Qualifications

  • English GCSE or equivalent, grade Grade 9-4 or A*-C (Essential)
  • Maths GCSE or equivalent, grade Grade 9-4 or A*-C (Essential)

About the Employer

SOIL MACHINE DYNAMICS LIMITED
For 50 years, SMD has partnered with pioneers in industry and science to take technology and engineering to places that people have never been. We specialise in the design, manufacture and deployment of remotely operated and autonomous power and control solutions. They help our partners around the globe to harness the potential of the most challenging subsea environments with maximum safety, efficiency and sensitivity.
Company
SOIL MACHINE DYNAMICS LIMITED
Location
Turbinia Works Davy Bank, Wallsend, England
Employment Type
Advanced Apprenticeship
Salary
£10,296.00
Posted
Company
SOIL MACHINE DYNAMICS LIMITED
Location
Turbinia Works Davy Bank, Wallsend, England
Employment Type
Advanced Apprenticeship
Salary
£10,296.00
Posted