Summary
Lucy Electric is an international leader in intelligent secondary power distribution products and solutions, with features such as remote operation and monitoring. Linking energy generation to consumption, the business specialises in high-performance medium and low-voltage switchgear for utility, industrial and commercial applications.
Wage
£18,000 a year
Yearly salary reviews
Training course
Engineering technician (level 3)
Hours
Shifts to be confirmed
37 hours a week
Possible start date
Monday 1 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
* Ensure the safe and efficient performance of every production task in compliance with company procedures, approved engineering data and local Health and Safety requirements
* Ensure Safe Systems of Work and risk assessments (assisting as necessary in the completion of risk assessments) are adhered to for all engineering activities
* Producing Prototype assemblies for evaluation to Engineering instructions and legislation with the support of the Engineering team
* To prepare assembly and test documentation and reports by collecting and analysing information in collaboration with technical team
* Produce Prototype components using a variety of machinery, tools and materials
* Conduct both electrical and mechanical testing on prototype equipment in line with international standards and Engineering needs
* Produce and modify Engineering drawings in line with company standards
* Produce Engineering build instructions for Manufacturing sites UK and overseas with the support of Industrial Engineering team
* Feedback technical information to Engineering project teams to help make informed decision in a timely manner in-line with project goals
* Help support Prototype and design engineers on external testing in both UK and overseas facilities
Where you’ll work
Howland Road
Thame
OX9 3UJ
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
ENGINEERING TRUST TRAINING LIMITED
Your training course
Engineering technician (level 3)
Equal to A level
Course contents
Your training plan
Engineering Technician Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard:
* To become conversant in Engineering practice within the company, including Prototype assembly (electrical / mechanical) Prototype test (electrical / mechanical) Engineering drawing and design, Engineering reports
* This will be achieved by completing 10 months full time engineering college education, 12 months engineering rotations and then specialising in the prototype department for final 2 years
More training information
* This individual will enroll in 10 months full time engineering college education, 12 months engineering rotations and then specialising in the prototype department for final 2 years
* The Engineering Trust is a dedicated supplier to Lucy Electric who have developed and delivered or apprentices development for a number of years
Requirements
Essential qualifications
GCSE in:
* English (grade 4)
* Maths (grade 4)
Desirable qualifications
GCSE in:
* Design & Technology (grade 4)
* Science (grade 4)
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
* Communication skills
* IT skills
* Attention to detail
* Organisation skills
* Problem solving skills
* Number skills
* Logical
* Team working
* Initiative