Mechanical Engineering With Manufacturing Apprentice 2027 - Bristol

About the role

🚀 Mechanical Engineering with Manufacturing Apprenticeship (5 Years) 🚀

Ready to kickstart an epic career in engineering? Our 5-Year Mechanical Engineering with Manufacturing Apprenticeship throws you straight into the action on some of the UK's most important and cutting-edge projects. 🇬🇧 From day one, you'll be contributing to work that's crucial for national security, all while earning a recognized engineering degree. 🎓

What's the Gig?

As a Mechanical Engineering with Manufacturing Apprentice, you'll be a key player in designing, building, and improving essential mechanical systems and equipment. Think of it as bringing complex ideas to life! ✨

• Get Your Hands Dirty: You'll spend time in our dedicated Apprentice Workshop, mastering core manufacturing skills like milling, turning, and fitting. This is where you'll learn the real-deal of how things are made and why quality is non-negotiable. 🛠️
• Dive Deep into Marine: As you progress, you'll rotate through different parts of our Marine business. This means you'll get to support the design, development, and delivery of super complex engineering solutions. We're talking about designing cutting-edge submarines for the UK and international navies! 🚢
• Skill Up: You'll build awesome problem-solving, troubleshooting, and collaboration skills. Plus, you'll have experienced engineers, mentors, and team leads in your corner, all hyped up to help you grow. 🌱
• Impactful Work: With their guidance and your own drive, you'll help ensure our designs meet the absolute highest standards of safety and performance. 💯
• Future Ready: By the end of this program, you'll have a killer mix of practical experience, technical smarts, and industry knowledge to confidently step into your next adventure. 🗺️

Your Education Journey:

• You'll be studying for your BEng Mechanical Engineering with Manufacturing Degree through the University of the West of England (UWE). 📚
• Year 1: Expect 2 to 2.5 days a week at Weston College, building your foundational engineering knowledge and practical skills.
• Years 2-4: You'll attend UWE's Frenchay Campus one day a week, while still sharpening your expertise on the job. Your studies will cover key engineering topics like mechanics, thermofluids, manufacturing technology, and systems. 💡
• The Blend: We mix classroom learning with real-world application. You'll start hands-on, then move into placements covering analysis, design, quality, and more. Your final year is all about consolidating your knowledge and prepping for your career.

What's Next? Your Future Prospects:

• After your apprenticeship, you'll be well-prepared for an Assistant Engineer role at Babcock. 💼
• You'll have the chance to work towards professional registration, a recognized badge of engineering excellence, paving the way for advanced roles like Senior Engineer. 🌟
• Babcock is a global powerhouse with endless opportunities to boost your skills and advance your career. Our Babcock Role Framework clearly maps out roles, career paths, and development opportunities so you know exactly how to reach Senior Engineer and beyond.

What You'll Need to Bring:

• GCSEs at grade C/4 or above, including English and Mathematics (or equivalent like Functional Skills Level 2).
• 112 UCAS points, including specific A-Level, BTEC, Access to HE Diploma, International Baccalaureate, Irish Highers, or T Level qualifications in relevant subjects. *(Check our website for the full breakdown!)* 📊
• Important Note: Successful application is subject to acceptance by UWE.
• Security Clearance: This role requires you to achieve and maintain Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) and Security Check (SC) security clearance. Your place of birth, nationality, citizenship, or residency might impact eligibility, so please check GOV.UK for details on UK Security Vetting. 🛂

What You'll Get From Us:

• A supportive and dynamic environment to grow your career. 💪
• Fully funded qualification. 💰
• Personal development training and opportunities. 🚀
• Minimum 28 days holiday allowance (including bank holidays). 🏖️
• Competitive pension scheme. 📈
• Employee share scheme.
• Awesome flexible benefits including a cycle to work scheme and employee shopping savings portal. 🚲
• Chance to get involved in STEM outreach and volunteering – our apprentices love this! 🧑‍🏫

Your Career Development:

• Expect a variety of fantastic opportunities and real-world experiences on exciting projects that will help you define your career path. 🧭
• You'll be automatically enrolled onto our Apprentice Development Programme, featuring digital and face-to-face sessions with experts to equip you with the tools to thrive.

How to Apply:

Ready to launch your engineering career? Click the apply button! ➡️

• Apply Early: Applications are reviewed as they come in, and popular programs can close early. Don't miss out – submit your application and complete online assessments ASAP! 🏃‍♀️
• One Application Only: Please apply to just one program. We'll assess your first application. If your chosen program is full, we may reach out about other suitable options.
• Disability Confident: We're committed to inclusion. If you need any support or adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know when you apply.
• Flexible Working: We're happy to discuss flexible working patterns.

Good luck! ✨

Key responsibilities

• Support the design, build, and improvement of essential mechanical systems and equipment.
• Gain practical skills and learn core manufacturing techniques such as milling, turning, and fitting.
• Support the design, development, and delivery of complex engineering solutions.
• Develop problem-solving, troubleshooting, and collaboration skills.
• Study for a BEng Mechanical Engineering with Manufacturing Degree.

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