Apprentice Assembly Technician in Brixworth

Based at our state of the art Research and Development Centre in Northamptonshire, we are responsible for the design, manufacture, testing and racing of the Quadruple World-Championship winning Formula 1 hybrid Power Units used by the Mercedes AMG PETRONAS Formula 1 team. We are also proud to supply Power Units to the Force India and Williams Martini Racing teams. In addition to this, we are leading the transfer of state-of-the-art Formula 1 technology into the revolutionary Mercedes AMG Road Car “Project One”.

As an Assembly Apprentice you will learn to assemble and disassemble precision components within a fast-paced environment whilst maintaining extremely high quality standards, ensuring we are in the best possible position to continue winning F1 World Championships. As a team we pride ourselves on sharing knowledge and will support you with a tailored 3 year development plan, designed to provide exposure to the breadth of engineering within F1, all whilst being supported by our mentoring program.

We are also pleased to have been awarded the 2017 Advanced Apprenticeship Provider by the Institute of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE).

What can we offer you?

• Opportunity to work and learn at the same time to achieve your Level 3 NVQ Extended Diploma in Mechanical Manufacturing Engineering and an HNC in Engineering (IMECHE accredited).
• By the end of your apprenticeship you will have developed the knowledge and skills to:

• Assemble engine and hybrid system (ERS - energy recovery system) components into sub-assemblies and complete power units.
• Disassemble power unit components to support failure investigation.
• Ensure all assembled components meet specifications and quality standards.
• Liaise with other departments (e.g. Quality, Engineering) to ensure the development of the product is optimised.
• Adhere to, create and maintain standard operating procedures for assembly processes and other operations.
• Contribute to Continuous Improvement activities.

Our benefits package includes:

• A salary of £18,500pa.
• Performance bonus.
• Podium bonus based on F1 results.
• Company lease car scheme.
• 36 days annual leave.
• Access to private healthcare and generous pension scheme.
• A variety of other benefits and staff discounts.

What do we need from you?

• Tenacious, curious and driven individuals who thrive in a fast paced environment.
• You should have completed (or be expecting to achieve by September 2018) a Level 3 (QCF) engineering course with good grades (typically merits or distinctions) in a BTEC or equivalent diploma.
• You should have achieved 5 GCSE’s at grade C or above to include; Maths, English Language and Science.
• Practical experience of assembling components, including an understanding of mechanical and electrical engineering principles.
• The ability to demonstrate enthusiasm, accountability, and initiative, along with taking pride in the quality of work you produce.
• A willingness to go the extra mile to help the team succeed.

Application Process:

• Complete online application form and CV.
• Hiring manager review.
• Assessment Centre’s will commence February 2019.

Remember when completing your application, think carefully about the relevant skills you can bring to the role from your academic career, work experience or extracurricular activities. We want to find out about you and what you are passionate about. Use plain English and make sure you give full details of your modules, your input into all relevant projects and work experience. We will want to see what your strengths are, what you’ve done and how this fulfils what we are looking for.

Please note, you must select your course code during the application process, this must be recognised by our external apprenticeship framework provider to make you eligible for the role you apply for. Please check with your school, or college, if you are unsure of your QAN course code before completing your application form. You must also meet the Skills Funding Agencies criteria for apprenticeship funding; please see this link for further information.