Apprentice - Electrical Engineering

Siemens PLC; Manchester; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering company is looking for an Electrical Engineering Apprentice in Manchester. Join the Electrification Automation business to develop skills in design, build, and testing of electrical systems. The role includes completing a Level 4 Electrical Engineering qualification. Ideal candidates will have GCSEs in English and Maths, A Level Mathematics, and a BTEC in Engineering. Successful applicants will work with experienced engineers and use advanced tools for automation and power distribution.

Qualifications

• Must have GCSE in English language and Maths grade 4 or above.
• A Level in Mathematics grade C or above is required.
• BTEC in Engineering with Merit or above is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in designing, building, and testing electrical and automation systems.
• Learn to use industry-leading tools and technologies for power distribution.
• Work alongside experienced engineers to solve complex challenges.
• Develop skills in electrical engineering, automation, and digitalisation.

Skills

Problem solving skills

Team working

Initiative

Patience

Education

GCSE in English language and Maths (grade 4 or above)

A Level in Mathematics (grade C or above)

BTEC in Engineering (grade Merit or above)

Tools

Computer Aided Design (CAD)

Job description

About the Role

Siemens Smart Infrastructure intelligently connects energy systems, buildings and industries to adapt and evolve the way we live and work – our goal is to create environments that care. You will be joining the Electrification Automation business within Smart Infrastructure in Hebburn or Manchester.

Responsibilities

• Assist in designing, building, and testing electrical and automation systems.
• Learn to use industry‑leading tools and technologies for power distribution and smart grid solutions.
• Work alongside experienced engineers and technicians to solve complex challenges.
• Develop skills in electrical engineering, automation, and digitalisation.
• Complete a Level 4 Electrical Engineering qualification by attending college 1 day a week and undertake your End Point Assessment in your final year.
• Read and extract relevant engineering and manufacturing‑related data and information (such as work plans, project plans, schedules, drawings, specifications, production data, quality reports, costing data, statistical information) and draw accurate conclusions to make informed decisions.
• Use project management tools such as SWOT, stakeholder matrices, risk mapping, radar chart and summary risk profiles.
• Use problem‑solving tools such as Root Cause Analysis (RCA), Process Failure Modes Effects Analysis (PFMEA), Fishbone, Practical Problem Solving (PPS) and Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP).
• Analyse and interpret data to generate manufacturing engineering documentation such as Parts Per Million (PPM) quality adherence, cost analysis, and test data.
• Communicate using the appropriate method for the audience (formal and informal presentations, written reports, verbal, electronic, social media) incorporating relevant and appropriate data or metrics.
• Use the approved process and quality compliance procedure to create or amend engineering or manufacturing documentation.
• Use lean tools and techniques such as Six Sigma, 8 Wastes, 5S workplace organization (sort, set in order, shine, standardise, and sustain), Kaizen and Poka‑Yoke (error proofing).
• Apply documentation control processes and procedures such as format, location, access, and authorisation.
• Use financial planning, recording, and review processes and documentation such as departmental budgets, estimating, cost control, cost forecasting, and investment appraisal.
• Use computer‑based software systems or packages such as Computer Aided Design (CAD), data analytics, and databases.

Qualifications

GCSE in: English language and Maths (grade 4 or above) A Level in: Mathematics (grade C or above) BTEC in: Engineering (grade Merit or above) Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience.

Key Skills

• Problem solving skills
• Team working
• Initiative
• Patience