Engineer Apprentice in North Shields

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Reporting to an Engineer manager, the D&P engineering apprentice will have the opportunity to develop both a practical and academic understanding of engineering. Throughout the apprenticeship, engineers at the beginning of their career will have the opportunity to apply their knowledge and learning to various business initiatives and engineering programs. D&P engineering apprentices primarily work on all stages of product creation and modification. They support activities ranging from early concept feasibility, design and development stages right through to final preparation for launch and customers. This includes working on rapid prototyping, assembly, testing, validating and analysing performance. Typically working closely with engineers to bring new concepts to life or supporting redesigns of existing products.

Development:

• Developing skills within an engineering apprenticeship will allow you to be involved in complex work. You will learn to be able to:
• Apply safe systems of working
• Make a technical contribution to either the design, development, quality assurance, manufacture, installation, commissioning, decommissioning, operation or maintenance of products, equipment, systems, processes or services
• Apply proven techniques and procedures to solve engineering/manufacturing problems
• Demonstrate effective interpersonal skills in communicating both technical and non-technical information
• Develop a commitment to continued professional development

Learning Specific Specialist Knowledge:

• Understand mathematical techniques, formula and calculations in a product design and development environment
• Understand material applications and methods of testing (destructive and non-destructive)
• Understand Computer Aided Design (CAD) methods and applications
• Understand material joining applications and systems
• Understand mechanical, electrical, electronic and process control systems
• Understand measurement, monitoring, testing and diagnostic methods and techniques

Learning Specific Specialist Skills:

• Read and interpret relevant data and documentation used in the design and development of components, assemblies and systems
• Produce components and prototypes using a wide range of hand fitting techniques
• Produce assemblies and jigs using a range of materials and techniques
• Prepare and use lathes, milling machines, as well as other general or specialist high technology equipment such as 3D printing/additive manufacturing techniques
• Use a range of mechanical, electrical and electronic testing devices and equipment
• Apply mechanical principles and joining techniques to develop products, devices and equipment
• Apply electrical and electronic principles to develop products, devices and equipment
• Identify, diagnose and rectify design problems through the whole creation process including design studio, workshops, test environments or under laboratory conditions
• Contribute to the business by identifying possible opportunities for improving working practices, processes and/or procedures

Responsibilities:

• To build a first-rate practical and theoretical understanding of mechanical engineering skills and processes in the context of mechanical failure and pressure systems while under the instruction of skilled engineering staff
• To be able to demonstrate these skills and processes as the apprenticeship period progresses by working independently or within a team, to undertake tasks as instructed and increasing overall contribution to the department
• To undertake and successfully complete suitable college courses throughout the apprenticeship, achieving the academic grades and practical skills to progress
• Learn and understand the importance of Health & Safety within the workplace
• To develop the skills and creative thinking required to solve complex problems and then articulate the solution with a high degree of precision
• To learn the skills required to construct and evaluate and problem solve equipment
• Develop solutions using the skills you will acquire.
• To maintain a learning log over the duration of the apprenticeship, recording projects undertaken and skills learned.
• To observe and comply with Good Housekeeping of the workplace and laboratory areas
• To maintain a smart appearance and to always act in a professional manner

In addition to the outlined responsibilities, all employees are expected to consistently uphold and embody our company's core values and behaviours in their daily work, fostering a culture of integrity, collaboration, and excellence.

Gained Qualifications:

• After a period of foundation skills and technical knowledge development all apprentices will be required to achieve the following qualifications: Level 2 Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (Foundation Competence)
• After a further period of skills and technical knowledge development all apprentices will be required to achieve the following qualifications: Level 3 Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (Development Competence) – Product Design and Development
• Level 3 Diploma or Extended Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (Development Knowledge) - for all starts from 1st July 2017

Required Qualifications:

• GCSE or equivalent maths and English (Grade 4 minimum) essential

This job description provides a comprehensive overview of the main responsibilities expected in this role. However, it is not an all-encompassing list and may be updated in the future to reflect changing role requirements and business needs.