Engineering Apprentice - September 2023

Engineering Apprentice - September 2023 Burgess Hill, England

Edwards Ltd
Full Time Burgess Hill, England 10.56 - 12.04 GBP Today
Job description

Empowering people, enabling Innovation

Are you practical, inquisitive and hands-on with a real curiosity about mechanical or electrical engineering? Do you want to work, earn and learn at the same time?


We’re looking for driven individuals who want to kick-start their career as an Engineering Technician whilst learning about the fascinating world of vacuum innovation technology. If this sounds like you, then we’d love to hear from you!


What is the Engineering Apprenticeship?

Edwards is part of Atlas Copco Vacuum Technique which is a global market leader in vacuum technology for industrial, pharmaceutical, chemical, scientific, glass coating and food packaging industries. We’re passionate about investing in our people and we ensure they have market leading skills. Our people love working here as we promote and encourage Curiosity, Collaboration and Commitment in everything we do.


Our four-year engineering apprenticeship is a great opportunity to learn on the job whilst getting paid. You’ll apply the theory you learn at college to real-life engineering problems in the workplace and gain a nationally recognised qualification with excellent career prospects! Our apprentices support the development and testing of new and innovative designs and technologies for deployment in vacuum pumping systems. Apprentices are involved in building and stripping a range of vacuum pumps and test rigs. You’ll also learn about systemisation, configuration and wiring, along with preparing for and performing tests to a pre-defined test plan and reporting the results.


From the very start you will be immersed in a world of real-world experience in our cutting-edge vacuum innovation team. You’ll be given all the support and training you need to equip you with world-class skills to be a successful engineering technician.


Where would I work?

You will be based in our Global Technology Centre in Burgess Hill, Sussex, a short drive/train ride from the vibrant seaside towns of Brighton and Hove.


About you

We look for candidates with:

  • A minimum of 5 GCSE’s at Grade 4 or above including English, Science and Maths.
  • Preferably a minimum of 3 A Levels at Grade C or above in relevant subjects.
  • A clear interest in Science and/or Engineering principles.
  • Effective communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Problem solving skills and the ability to analyse information and apply knowledge to make suggestions.
  • The ability to carry out tasks correctly and efficiently with minimal assistance to a high quality.
  • Good working knowledge of Microsoft applications (Word, Excel, Outlook).
  • The ability to clearly and precisely record data, conditions and test variables.
  • Proactive and conscientious, with a strong commitment to academic/college studies.


Benefits & Rewards

Some of our benefits include:

  • A competitive salary, annual bonus, health cash plan, competitive pension, ride-to-work scheme, 25 days holiday plus bank holidays.
  • A robust career development plan, including online learning modules and on the job technical training.
  • Early Careers Community forum and a global network.
  • Mentoring programme.
  • Health and wellbeing initiatives.
  • Continuous support and coaching.


About Edwards

Edwards is a leading developer and manufacturer of sophisticated vacuum products, exhaust management systems and related value-added services. Edwards solutions are integral to manufacturing processes for semiconductors, flat panel displays, LEDs and solar cells. They are also used within an increasingly diverse range of industrial processes including power, glass and other coating applications; steel and other metallurgy; pharmaceutical and chemical; and for scientific instruments in a wide range of R&D applications.

Edwards has over 4,000 employees worldwide engaged in the design, manufacture and support of high technology vacuum and exhaust management equipment. Edwards has state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities in Europe, Asia and North America.

Engineering Apprentice - September 2023
Edwards Ltd

https://www.edwardsvacuum.com
Burgess Hill, United Kingdom
Geert Follens
$2 to $5 billion (USD)
5001 to 10000 Employees
Company - Public
Machinery Manufacturing
1919
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