Apprentice Mechanical Design Engineer

What will the apprentice be doing?

Main duties:

• To work in the design team, report into and be supervised by your lead engineer.
• Work with client specifications and interpret design information.
• Produce and amend drawings on 2D/3D CAD software meeting the relevant engineering codes and standards.
• Produce simple calculations to underpin the design solution.
• Visit and survey client Sites and facilities.
• Always follow the company's H&S policies (on customer site & on company premises).
• Work in accordance with company management systems.
• Work as part of a team.
• Produce quality work.

What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?

• Nuclear technician Level 5 (Higher national diploma)

Year 1: 4 days PEO units (Performing Engineering Operations)
covering Electrical, Mechanical and Civils plus one day relevant HNC at Wigan & Leigh college.
Years 2 onwards: day release at Wigan & Leigh college with 4 days
working in Tenet office in Warrington.

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

Subject to performance, Tenet will sponsor the candidate through a
Degree qualification and support achievement of IEng through
IMechE.

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Number skills, Analytical skills, Team working, Initiative, Punctual, Reliable, Ambitious, Honest, Hardworking, Microsoft packages, Able to take direction, Eager to learn, Time Management, Passion for engineering

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent Maths & English (Grade 4/C or above) Essential
A Level or equivalent Maths (Grade B) Essential
BTEC or equivalent Engineering (Grade M,M,M) Essential
Other C,C,C (Grade Level 3) Essential
Other UCAS Points (Grade 96) Essential

Things to consider

The successful candidates must be able to get to the college / work for set times. Must have to pass a security clearance (DBS) for successful employment.