Summary
Want to be at the forefront of advanced manufacturing, solving complex engineering challenges for the UK's submarine fleet? Our Manufacturing Engineering Degree Apprenticeship gives you the opportunity to lead cutting-edge projects that are essential to national defence.
Annual wage
£25,364 a year
Year 1: £25,364 Year 2: £28,528 Year 3: £34,326 Year 4: £36,572 Year 5: £39,120
Training course
Manufacturing engineer (degree) (level 6)
Hours
Monday to Friday, working hours TBC
35 hours a week
Possible start date
Monday 1 September
Duration
5 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
This degree apprenticeship will provide you with a comprehensive understanding of essential manufacturing and production skills while working within our Submarine Support Engineering team.
Our Submarine Support Engineering team plays a crucial role in ensuring that the entire UK submarine fleet delivers unrivalled strength and security for our nation - every minute of every day. In this team, you will be integral to launch planning and the seamless delivery of new designs and equipment for maritime vessels. Your focus will be on mastering advanced manufacturing techniques and developing the project management skills necessary for delivering products on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.
Throughout your apprenticeship, you will collaborate closely with engineers, functions, and managers across multiple Babcock sites, as well as engage with our customers and suppliers. In your first year, you will hone your expertise in key manufacturing techniques such as milling, turning, and fitting. As you progress, you will delve into more advanced techniques and rotate through various placements within the business, allowing you to work alongside skilled engineers and build valuable relationships with key stakeholders.
This practical experience will enable you to expand your skills and knowledge across a diverse range of manufacturing disciplines, including analysis, design, quality assurance, and project management - preparing you for a successful career in Manufacturing Engineering.
Where you’ll work
Unit 100
Bristol Business Park
Bristol
BS16 1EJ
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
UNIVERSITY OF THE WEST OF ENGLAND, BRISTOL
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
Manufacturing Engineer (degree) Level 6.
Requirements
Essential qualifications
GCSE in:
* Any subject (grade 4(C) and above)
* Any subject (grade 4(C) and above)
* Any subject (grade 4(C) and above)
* English (grade 4(C) and above)
* Mathematics (grade 4(C) and above)
A Level in:
* Mathematics (grade Grade C or above)
* Physics (grade Grade C or above)
* Science or Technology or Similar (grade E)
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
* Attention to detail
* Problem solving skills
* Team working
Other requirements
Many of our early careers roles are subject to Security Clearance and Trade Control restrictions which mean that your place of birth, nationality, citizenship, or residency you hold may impact which roles you are eligible for. You must be able to achieve BPSS (Baseline security) and many of them require you to be eligible for Security Clearance.