Job description
Employees in Operations at Dow use science to build an exciting career. Currently we are looking to hire Degree Apprentices in Mechanical Engineering and Electrical Engineering to join our team in Barry, UK.
Are you ready to discover the science behind your career?
The role is based at Dow Silicones Barry site in South Wales and is one of the largest and most complex silicones sites in the world. Barry is situated less than 10 miles from Cardiff city center, which is home to Europe's largest waterfront development and combines the practical advantages of a small, friendly city with the cultural and recreational amenities of a successful modern capital.
What is a Dow Degree Apprenticeship?
Our degree apprenticeship provides the opportunity to combine working at our world class chemical manufacturing plant whilst completing part-time study at the University of Wales Trinity St David for your Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
You will work alongside our experienced Maintenance Engineers, Maintenance Technicians and Subject Matter Experts to gain practical and technical skills in the industrial environment whilst gaining your degree qualification. Dow will pay you a salary and your tuition fees will be funded.
If this opportunity excites you then below are the entry requirements for this program:
Why this program is for you:
- You have a keen interest in technology and engineering.
- You see yourself designing and installing innovative solutions to allow our chemical plant to run safely and reliably.
- You love to provide support and respond to issues by collaborating with your colleagues
- You are motivated to learn more about environmental and safety regulations and requirements
- 4 year Apprenticeship program.
- A Level results (or predicted results) of 112 UCAS points or grades BBC.
- Subject minimum requirements - Mathematics and Physics
- Initiative, curiosity and good communication skills.
- Aged 18+
- For CV’s to be considered, must have the qualification with grades/results, Year of Birth and current location
- You are allowed to work in the United Kingdom
- You can speak and write in English fluently
Why Dow?
- Competitive salary
- An international and diverse team that loves to collaborate to serve customers’ needs throughout Europe and Asia
- On-and-off-job training programs to build the fundamentals for your future career
- Exposure to the most advanced manufacturing processes in the world
- Have the office at one of Dow’s largest manufacturing sites worldwide
Where you’ll be:
Between Dow’s Barry site (UK) and Partnering College - University of Wales Trinity St David.
Application Information:
- Deadline for applying 03rd March 2023
- After we have received your application, take into account that it will take a few weeks to go through every letter and CV received. If we want to learn more about your background and skills, we will be in touch with you.
- First round of interviews: April 2023
- Second round of interviews (+ test): April 2023/May 2023
Apprentice Information:
- Salary: Approximately £16,188.00 per annum. (Increases each year)
- Start of Apprentice: September 2023
Note: No Relocation is aligned with this role.
Essential Links -
Engineering Degree Apprenticeships | University of Wales Trinity Saint David (uwtsd.ac.uk)
About Dow
Dow (NYSE: DOW) combines global breadth; asset integration and scale; focused innovation and materials science expertise; leading business positions; and environmental, social and governance (ESG) leadership to achieve profitable growth and deliver a sustainable future. The Company's ambition is to become the most innovative, customer centric, inclusive and sustainable materials science company in the world. Dow's portfolio of plastics, industrial intermediates, coatings and silicones businesses delivers a broad range of differentiated, science-based products and solutions for its customers in high-growth market segments, such as packaging, infrastructure, mobility and consumer applications. Dow operates 104 manufacturing sites in 31 countries and employs approximately 35,700 people. Dow delivered sales of approximately $55 billion in 2021. References to Dow or the Company mean Dow Inc. and its subsidiaries. For more information, please visit
www.dow.com
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As part of our dedication to the diversity of our workforce, Dow is committed to equal opportunities in employment. We encourage every employee to bring their whole self to work each day to not only deliver more value, but also have a more fulfilling career. Further information regarding Dow's equal opportunities is available on
www.dow.com
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Midland, United States
Jim Fitterling
$10+ billion (USD)
10000+ Employees
Company - Public
Chemical Manufacturing
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