Digital Engineering Technician Apprentice

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Ramboll invite you to apply for a Technician Apprenticeship in our Transport Infrastructure Team, assisting the team in delivering design services across a wide range of projects. You will be provided full support to achieve a Level 3 qualification, typically on a day release basis, and create a solid foundation for a successful and satisfying career.

The Apprenticeship Programme Duration, Cost and Qualifications

• The duration of this apprenticeship is typically 24 months (depending on experience).
• The cost of the Apprenticeship is paid by Ramboll through the Apprenticeship Levy.
• Qualifications to be awarded:

• Level 3 Digital Engineering Technician Apprenticeship (Awarding Body – NOCN)
• Level 3 BTEC Diploma in Construction and the Built Environment (Technical Certificate)
• NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Built Environment Design (Awarding Body – Pearson)

On completion of the Apprenticeship you will have satisfied the requirements for registration as an Engineering Technician by the Institution of Civil Engineers in accordance with the requirements of the Engineering Council as the registration body. Potential onward career progression within Digital Engineering could be to continue work as a Digital Engineering Technician or study a Senior Technician Apprenticeship and subsequently complete a Degree (apprenticeship options are available) in Civil Engineering.

Apprenticeship Course Delivery

Ramboll are intending to deliver the Apprenticeship with Learning Skills Partnership. You would typically work for 4 days a week within your job delivery role and study would be 1 day a week via online tutor led sessions with a cohort of up to 16 other apprentices. Block release of up to 4 weeks over the duration of the course and you will be required to complete an End Point Assessment where you will need to demonstrate that during the apprenticeship you have learnt the required knowledge, skills and behaviours.

Inviting bright minds

Do you want to push the boundaries of your profession and develop your excellence in an open, collaborative and empowering culture? We work to create a sustainable future and our inspiring projects and innovative solutions strive to set the standard among our peers. You will join a global company that has been growing successfully since its founding in 1945. Together, we lead and leave a positive impact on societies, companies and people around the world.

You will join our Transport Infrastructure department. As our new Technician Apprentice you will be part of a fast growing, dynamic team in our London offices. You will be part of an exciting team of experts, who respect each other and work towards a common goal. You will be provided with on-the-job training and mentoring from our team of experienced, industry-leading professionals.

Your key tasks and responsibilities will be:

• Working on Small, Medium and Large projects, producing 3D models, visualisations, drawings and schedules that describe how to build our award-winning designs under the leadership of the discipline manager.
• You will learn to use an extensive suite of cutting-edge CAD applications and be challenged to improve the use of them.
• You will have an opportunity to explore digitalisation, automation and coding to streamline production procedures.
• You will be working alongside the rest of the Transport team and teams of all disciplines nationally and internationally across the Ramboll Group to deliver our projects.
• Promote the Ramboll brand, its core values and our strategy as The Partner for Sustainable Change.
• Apply and promote policies relating to health and safety, quality and the Environment.

Your starting point for constant growth

From the moment you join Ramboll, we will support your personal and professional development so that you grow with the company. For this role, we believe your starting point is:

• Typically have at least 5 passes at GCSE including Mathematics at grade 6 (B) and English at grade 5 (C) or above.
• A keen interest in the Built Environment.
• Capable of working independently and as part of a team.
• Strong technology skills.
• A completed cover letter which answers the application question listed at the bottom of the advert.

For insurance liability purposes, successful candidates will need to evidence that they are a minimum of 18 years of age on the day of appointment.

Personal qualities that will help you succeed in this role include:

• The ability to communicate strongly.
• Take personal responsibility for your work.
• Keen willingness to learn and progress.

Welcome to our Transport division

Ramboll is a global transportation consultancy and we work on some of the biggest and most innovative infrastructure projects in the world. We are close to 3,000 bright minds working within Transport worldwide, creating practical, sustainable and economic solutions for national transport authorities, private contractors and municipalities alike.

Work at the heart of sustainable change with Ramboll in the United Kingdom and Ireland

Ramboll is a global architecture, engineering, and consultancy company. As a foundation-owned people company, founded in Denmark, we believe that the purpose of sustainable change is to create a thriving world for both nature and people. So, that’s where we start – and how we work. Our history is rooted in a clear vision of how a responsible company should act and being open and curious is a cornerstone of our culture. Ramboll in the United Kingdom and Ireland has a proven track record of sustainable and responsible business and is a top ten engineering and environmental and sustainability consultancy in the UK, with more than 1,500 employees across 16 offices. Ramboll experts deliver innovative solutions across Buildings, Transport, Environment & Health, and Energy. In 2024, Ramboll was included in the Sunday Times’ list of Best Places to Work.

Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

Equality, diversity, and inclusion are at the heart of what we do. At Ramboll, we believe that diversity is a strength and that different experiences and perspectives are essential to creating truly sustainable societies. We are committed to providing an inclusive and supportive work environment where everyone is able to flourish and reach their potential. We also know how important it is to achieve the right balance of where, when, and how much you work. As a company, Ramboll recognises the importance of having a good work/life balance, both in terms of individual well-being and its positive impact with respect to the engagement and retention of our employees. We aim to support all employees to achieve a work/life balance which enables them to work in a supported manner while having the time to achieve personal aspects of their life outside of work. We invite applications from candidates of all backgrounds and characteristics. As a Disability Confident Committed employer, Ramboll ensures opportunities are accessible to candidates with disabilities. Please let us know if there are any changes we could make to the application process to make it more comfortable for you. You can contact us at job.advert.accessibility@ramboll.com with such requests.

How to apply

Apply online. Attach your CV and cover letter showcasing why you are the right fit for the role, and when you are available to start. In your cover letter we would like you to answer one question and include details of your academic qualifications or evidence of your predicted grades if you are yet to receive them (in which case a conditional offer may be made): In no more than 500 words, tell us why you are interested in working in Civil Engineering and studying for a Technician Apprenticeship?