Engineering Apprentice in Stafford

GE Vernova are offering fixed-term positions for Level 6 Substation Design Engineer Apprenticeships, starting in September 2026. This is a 4-year programme with GE Vernova, including a 3-year programme with an additional 3-month End Point Assessment (EPA) at the University of Staffordshire.

As part of the apprenticeship, you will be enrolled in the Level 6 Embedded Electronics Systems Design and Development Engineer Degree Apprenticeship at the University of Staffordshire, based in Stoke-on-Trent. Your university learning will include one block week of face-to-face teaching per semester (approximately four days) at the Stoke-on-Trent campus, along with one day of online sessions per week. After each online session, you’ll be given assignments and tasks to complete during your working hours, supporting the required minimum of six hours per week of off-the-job training.

Throughout the apprenticeship, you will be based at GE Vernova’s offices in Stafford and Redhill. You’ll rotate through various engineering departments to gain both practical experience and theoretical knowledge.

This structured programme offers a blend of academic study and hands-on experience, equipping you with the skills needed for a successful engineering career in the high-voltage substation industry. This includes:

• One week of face-to-face teaching per semester at the university
• One online learning day per week

Key Features and Learning Opportunities:

• Spend four days per week at GE Vernova’s Stafford offices, rotating through the engineering departments to gain a broad understanding of high-voltage substations
• Gain hands-on experience using CAD software to produce 2D and 3D designs
• Be mentored by experienced high-voltage substation engineers
• Visit equipment manufacturing facilities to learn how substation components are designed and built
• Take part in site visits to understand substation construction and commissioning processes
• Develop skills in managing subcontractors and working in cross-functional teams

This is a fantastic opportunity to kick-start your engineering career with a world leader in energy technology, while earning a degree and gaining valuable industry experience.

Education / Professional Experience:

• Must hold Level 2 GCSEs in English and Maths - certificates must be provided
• Must hold Level 3 BTEC (Electrical/Electronic Engineering biased) or A-Level (Physics and Maths) qualifications. Minimum of 112 UCAS points are required but may consider lower if suitable candidates with prior experience, skills to offset criteria.
• Must hold a UK passport.
• Must not currently be on another government funded programme or apprenticeship.

Language: Proficiency in English is essential.

About Us:

GE Vernova is a global leader in energy solutions, delivering innovative equipment, systems, and services that ensure power is transferred reliably and efficiently—from generation all the way to end users. Through advanced grid technologies, we are accelerating the global transition to cleaner, more reliable energy—and we want you to be part of that journey.

If you’re ready to help shape a more sustainable future and make a real difference, we invite you to join us. With over 10,000 employees across approximately 70 countries, GE Vernova supports utilities and industries around the world in managing electricity more effectively. Our technologies help maximize the reliability, efficiency, and resilience of high-voltage power networks. In fact, 90% of the world’s power transmission utilities are equipped by GE Vernova.

Now, our UK-based High Voltage (HV) Substation Design team in Stafford is offering a unique opportunity to become part of this global mission. We’re launching a Level 6 Degree Apprenticeship designed to develop the next generation of Substation Design Engineers. This is a challenging and rewarding path, offering hands-on experience in large-scale, real-world projects, supported by GE Vernova’s expert teams and educational partners. You’ll gain valuable qualifications and become a key contributor to powering a cleaner energy future.