Apprentice Technician, Electrification & Propulsion United Kingdom
Job description
Apprentice role, 36.5 hours per week.
4-year Technical Apprenticeship Programme.
Year 1: £9,857 per annum (Increase currently being considered)
Year 2: £17,418 per annum
Year 3: £18,237 per annum
Year 4: £19,094 per annum
Monday to Friday, 8.00 a.m. – 16.30 p.m.
Including day release to Warwickshire College Group for theoretical and practical learning.
Are you looking for a new opportunity to start your career? Do you want to join a friendly team where you will be recognised and rewarded for your contribution?
We are offering an opportunity to join a highly innovative university department on a four-year modern technical apprenticeship where you will be part of one of Europe’s largest energy research facilities with the scope to build on your academic studies through your Level 4 college course. The apprenticeship will then allow you to enhance your skills and knowledge by joining an exciting and dynamic technical team and a ever growing apprentice network, where you will receive training in typical engineering practices with a particular focus on energy storage, battery technologies, such as manufacturing and recycling and electrical machines.
The work-based element of the training will vary right across the spectrum from motorsport to 3D Printing. You will have the opportunity to be trained in state-of-the-art battery, electric motor, and vehicle powertrain testing, CNC machinery, lasers, electrical/electronic systems, robotics, coordinate measuring machines, additive layer manufacturing, material testing, computer aided design and various other areas of Engineering. The areas covered during the apprenticeship will be closely linked with the disciplines covered by your Level 4 College Course.
WMG currently have a well-recognised apprenticeship programme, which has been in development over the last 12 years.
Following shortlisting, successful stage 1 applicants will be invited to WMG’s Technical Apprentice Assessment Day, taking place at the International Manufacturing Centre, University of Warwick
Technical Assessment Day: Saturday 25th March 2023.
Job Description
To participate in and complete a four-year modern apprenticeship. To attend college to complete relevant academic studies. The training received will help you develop skills in typical engineering practices with a particular focus on propulsion and electrical research.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. To complete an agreed Level 4 training programme over the four years of the apprenticeship provided by Warwickshire College Group, encompassing,
- Higher National Certificate in Electrical Engineering (Theory)
- 6x Foundation Competencies (Manual, Physical Skills)
- End Point Assessment (Portfolio & Evidence)
- Professional Engineering Institution Recognition
2. To undergo training in the various disciplines of engineering as found throughout WMG – including enrolling onto WMG’s Technical Apprenticeship Placement Programme. The placement programme will cover a wide variety of specialities such as, Advanced Machining, Additive Manufacturing, Metrology, Mechanical Testing, Automation, electronics, battery manufacturing, battery abuse and battery recycling, laser processing/welding, fabrication, and general safe workshop practice.
3. To attend Warwickshire College Group to conduct all required practical and theoretical studies.
4. To understand WMG and the University of Warwick’s health and safety policy and comply with current legislation, acting immediately on hazards, near misses and unsafe practices in conjunction with other staff.
5. To participate in the probationary process, annual review and work to achieve agreed objectives.
6. To undertake any other duties as required by the Technical Services Staff in accordance with grade and nature of job.
