At a Glance
- Tasks: Create technical documents and support engineering projects while learning from experienced professionals.
- Company: Join Autochair, a leader in innovative mobility solutions with a commitment to quality.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, funded qualification, 23 days leave, and mentoring from industry experts.
- Other info: Exciting long-term career progression opportunities in a supportive environment.
- Why this job: Kickstart your engineering career and make a real difference in people's lives.
- Qualifications: 5 GCSEs at Grade 4/C or above, interest in engineering, and strong communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 18000 - 25000 £ per year.
Location: Alfreton, Derbyshire - DE55 7RG
Salary: Competitive Apprentice Salary (Above National Minimum Apprentice Rate)
Hours: 39 Hours per Week, Monday to Friday
Apprenticeship: Level 3 Engineering Design Technician
Duration: 42 Months
Start Your Engineering Career with Autochair!
Are you looking for an exciting opportunity to build a career in engineering while gaining a recognised qualification? At Autochair, we design and manufacture innovative mobility solutions that help improve people's independence and quality of life. Our products are trusted by customers across the UK and internationally, and we're proud to combine engineering expertise with a commitment to making a real difference.
We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Engineering Technical Author Apprentice to join our Engineering Department. This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on engineering experience while studying towards a Level 3 Engineering Design Technician qualification through day release at West Nottinghamshire College. Over the course of your apprenticeship, you'll develop valuable technical, engineering, and documentation skills while working alongside experienced engineers on real products and projects.
What You'll Be Doing
As part of our Engineering team, you'll learn how technical information supports the design, manufacture, testing, and release of engineering products. Your responsibilities will include:
- Working closely with engineers and other departments to ensure documentation reflects product changes and improvements
- Producing technical documentation to support new product releases
- Creating and maintaining installation, user, and service manuals
- Managing and maintaining Factory Acceptance Test (FAT) documentation
- Supporting document control processes and ensuring information is accurate and up to date
- Managing technical documentation across internal systems and platforms
- Assisting with product data setup and integration activities
- Supporting the communication of new product releases across the business
- Maintaining core engineering documentation, including:
- Installation Manuals
- User Manuals
- Factory Acceptance Test Documentation
- Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
- Fabrication Drawings and Models
What We're Looking For
This role would suit someone who enjoys both technical subjects and communication, and who takes pride in producing accurate, high-quality work.
Essential Requirements
- Minimum of 5 GCSEs at Grade 4/C or above, including Mathematics
- Interest in engineering, design, manufacturing, or technology
- Strong attention to detail
- Good written and verbal communication skills
- Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office applications
- Good organisational and time management skills
- Ability to work in a structured and methodical manner
- Positive attitude and willingness to learn
- Motivation to achieve high standards and develop professionally
Desirable
- Interest in technical writing, engineering documentation, or product development
- Full UK Driving Licence
What You'll Receive
- Competitive apprentice salary above the National Minimum Apprentice Rate
- Fully funded Level 3 Engineering Design Technician qualification
- Day release training at West Nottinghamshire College
- 23 days annual leave
- Life insurance
- Profit-related pay scheme
- Auto-enrolment pension
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Support and mentoring from experienced engineering professionals
- Exposure to real engineering projects and product development activities
- Long-term career development opportunities within a growing engineering business
Career Progression
This apprenticeship has been designed to provide a strong foundation for a long-term engineering career. Successful completion could lead to opportunities within:
- Technical Authoring
- Engineering Documentation & Configuration Control
- Engineering Design Support
- Product Development
- Engineering Technician Roles
- Manufacturing Engineering Support
Why Autochair
At Autochair, our products have a genuine impact on people's lives. You'll be joining a business where innovation, quality, and continuous improvement are at the heart of everything we do. We invest in our people and provide the training, support, and opportunities needed to help you build a rewarding career in engineering. If you're ready to take the first step towards an exciting future in engineering, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and start your journey with Autochair.
