Summary
Our Level 6 Applied Professional Engineering Programme Degree Apprenticeship is aimed at those with a passion for learning and innovation. This apprenticeship takes four years to complete and adheres to the Institute for Apprenticeships & Technical Education (IfATE) Manufacturing Engineer (Degree) standard.
Wage
£26,092 a year
Training course
Manufacturing engineer (degree) (level 6)
Hours
Monday - Friday. Working hours to be confirmed.
37 hours a week
Possible start date
Monday 8 September
Duration
4 years
Positions available
2
Work
As an apprentice, you’ll work at a company and get hands-on experience. You’ll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff.
What you’ll do at work
* Manufacturing is at the very heart of JLR, with thousands of vehicles being produced every day across our production facilities. With a blend of hands-on experience and qualifications you will work on projects that are fundamental to our global success, providing the opportunity to influence the future of manufacturing.
* Throughout your apprenticeship you could be based in our plant teams within technologies such as MP&L, Press, Body in White, Paint, or Trim and Final or you could join our Global Manufacturing (GME) Department.
Halewood
* This is an exciting time to join Halewood, as we develop the new generation of electric vehicles, which will be delivered in 2026. This landmark launch will bring together diverse technologies to realise our innovative Electrical Modular Architecture (EMA) platform – and you will play your part in making it happen, delivering our new Modern Luxury vehicles.
* Halewood is home to the iconic Range Rover Evoque and Discovery Sport and is central to our manufacturing operations. Whether you focus on MP&L, Press, Body in White, Paint or Trim and Final, you will experience the end-to-end production of our vehicles.
Global Manufacturing Engineering (GME)
* Our Global Manufacturing Engineering team operates on Future Vehicle Programmes across our global Manufacturing & Product Design locations. Join us and you will be responsible for the design, installation and commissioning of manufacturing facilities and processes, to build the modern luxury vehicles of the future. You will be working with stakeholders across our enterprise including Design, Product Engineering, Procurement, Part & Facility Suppliers, and Manufacturing Operations to deliver new products into a complex manufacturing infrastructure.
* GME is Seven Technologies that work hand in hand to deliver whole vehicle manufacturing solutions; Stamping, Body, Paint, Trim, Propulsion, Dimensional Systems, Logistics & Construction. If you join GME, you could get involved in activities such as working with digital toolsets and systems to leverage VR and digitalisation to bring products and processes to life, work alongside colleagues in the wider industrial operations chapter (procurement, supply chain & manufacturing) as well as interfacing with the product development teams ensuring the product is designed to meet bill of process standards and requirements and deliver enterprise KPI's on Quality, Cost & Time to Market. Apprentices will also get involved in assessing
* feasibility for joining and assembly technologies, ensuring we deliver a capable process into a production facility.
* If you enjoy problem solving and being at the heart of making things happen then our GME roles give you the opportunity to work throughout the end-to-end product lifecycle, with multiple stakeholders internally and externally, and managing large capital investment change into our plants. Quickly gaining real-world experience in process and industrial engineering, you will play a key role in transforming our brands and develop as a fully rounded automotive manufacturing engineer.
Where you’ll work
Halewood, Liverpool
L24 9BJ
Training
An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.
College or training organisation
THE UNIVERSITY OF WARWICK
Your training course
Manufacturing engineer (degree) (level 6)
Equal to degree
Course contents
* Foundation Stage: Complying with statutory regulations and stringent organisational safety requirements
* Foundation Stage: Producing components using hand fitting, fabrication and joining techniques
* Foundation Stage: Producing Computer Aided Design (CAD) models (drawings) using a CAD system
* Foundation Stage: Preparing and using lathes, milling and other general or specialist machines and high tech equipment
* Foundation Stage: Preparing and proving Computer Numeric Control programmes
* Foundation Stage: Using computer software packages to assist with and evaluate engineering activities
* Foundation Stage: Producing and managing engineering project plans
* Foundation Stage: Producing assemblies using a wide range of materials and techniques
* Development Team: Project management and scheduling engineering activities
* Development Team: Securing appropriate resources and managing budgets and resources
* Development Team: Implementing, monitoring and evaluating engineering processes
Your training plan
During your apprenticeship, you’ll gain valuable hands-on experience and career-building skills while working at the forefront of the automotive industry. This exciting programme is designed to help you build practical skills, deepen your foundational knowledge, and develop essential business behaviours such as teamwork and
problem-solving. You’ll be supported by a JLR early careers cohort leader, the university team, and your line manager every step of the way.
You’ll achieve a BEng (Hons) in Applied Professional Engineering developed in conjunction with the University of Warwick. For more details on the degree course, please visit:
Please note during your apprenticeship you will be expected to attend a number of face-to-face block weeks in person at the University of Warwick based within the West Midlands. Please consider this on making your application.
Year 1 – 2
This programme is delivered through a combination of online study, face-to-face lectures, independent learning each week. This gives you the chance to apply your learning from University of Warwick to projects in a real-world environment. You’ll study a range of modules designed to build your essential knowledge, skills and behaviours, with regular process reviews along to way to ensure you’re getting the support you need from your tutors and line manager.
Years 3-4
In years 3 and 4 you will complete modules related to your chosen specialism –Product Design and Development. In your final year, you’ll complete a work-based project as part of your End Point Assessment (EPA). This is an opportunity for you to use the skills and experience you gained throughout your time on the programme and apply them directly to your role. And when you’ve successfully completed your EPA, you’ll achieve your Level 6 Apprenticeship and taking on new responsibilities and making a meaningful impact within the business.
Requirements
Essential qualifications
GCSE in:
* any subject (grade 5 or above)
* any subject (grade 5 or above)
* English (grade 5 or above)
* Maths (grade 5 or above)
* STEM Subject (science, technology or engineering) (grade 5 or above)
A Level in:
* Maths (grade B or above)
* Physics, Chemistry, Technology or Engineering (grade C or above)
Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.
Skills
* Interest in Engineering
Other requirements
Due to the hands-on nature of this role, hybrid working is not feasible. JLR is a multi-site business, and you will be required to work with various departments across multiple locations.