Apprenticeship - Engineering Design Level 3

CUMMINS GENERATOR TECHNOLOGIES LIMITED; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 14,000; Full time

Job summary

Cummins Turbo Technologies is offering an Engineering Apprentice role in Peterborough. You will work across engineering departments, learn from mentors, and contribute to alternator design while studying at Peterborough College.

The apprenticeship lasts 3 years and 6 months, leading to a Level 3 Engineering Design Technician qualification. You will develop skills in design, testing, and customer‑facing support, with a view to potential permanent employment.

Qualifications

• GCSE Maths 7+ and Science 5+ plus three other GCSEs 4+ or above.
• Interest in engineering from school projects, activities, hobby or work.
• Collaborative, curious, detail‑oriented and eager to learn.

Responsibilities

• Learn from a range of engineering departments and contribute ideas that help shape alternator design.
• Work with design teams to create efficient, reliable engineering solutions.
• Build confidence by managing tasks across teams with mentor support.
• Support customers by helping configure and size products to meet their needs.
• Participate in testing to ensure products meet international codes and standards.

Skills

Communication skills

IT skills

Attention to detail

Organisation skills

Customer care skills

Problem solving skills

Number skills

Analytical skills

Logical

Team working

Initiative

Non judgemental

Education

GCSE Maths 7+

Science 5+

3 additional GCSEs 4+

Job description

Introduction

The Engineering Apprentice role is a developmental position within our engineering department, during the apprenticeship you will work 5 days per week, inclusive of 1 day per week for study at Peterborough College. On completion of this apprenticeship, you will obtain a Level 3 Engineering Design Technician qualification.

About the Employer

Cummins Turbo Technologies is the only manufacturer focused solely on medium- to heavy-duty diesel engine turbo technologies. For more than 60 years, we have delivered innovative, reliable turbocharger solutions for our customers. Our vision for turbocharger solutions, thanks to our rich company heritage derived from our Holset® brand, sets us apart as a technology leader.

What You'll Do

Our culture believes in POWERING YOUR POTENTIAL. We provide global opportunities to develop your career, make your community a better place and work with today’s most innovative thinkers to solve the world’s toughest problems.

We believe in flexibility for you to explore your passions while making an impact through meaningful work within our inclusive workforce. That’s what #LifeAtCummins is all about.

Are you curious about how things work, enjoy solving problems, and want to build a future in engineering? We are looking for an enthusiastic Engineering Apprentice to join our alternator business in Peterborough, UK.

In this role, you will make an impact in the following ways, with support from experienced colleagues and mentors:

• Learn from a range of engineering departments and contribute ideas that help shape alternator design
• Work collaboratively with design teams to create efficient, reliable and sustainable engineering solutions
• Build confidence managing projects across different teams, with guidance and support throughout your apprenticeship
• Support customers by helping configure and size products to meet their needs
• Take part in testing alternators to ensure they meet international codes and standards

To be successful in this role, you will need the following. If you meet most of the criteria and are excited by the opportunity, we encourage you to apply:

• GCSE grade 7 or above in maths and 5 or above in Science, with at least three additional GCSEs at grade 4 or above. A GCSE in Engineering or a similar technical subject would be helpful, but we also welcome applicants who can show their interest in engineering in other ways
• An interest in engineering, design, problem solving or STEM, which could come from school projects, extracurricular activities, hobbies, work experience, or personal projects
• Confidence with maths and science, along with curiosity, attention to detail and a willingness to learn
• A collaborative approach, with the ability to ask questions, share ideas, take ownership of tasks and contribute to team goals

Why Cummins:

As an apprentice at Cummins, you will have the chance to develop your skills and knowledge in a supportive and dynamic environment. Our programme is designed to provide a comprehensive learning experience that prepares you for a successful career in the industry.

Training Outcome

Possibility of a potential permanent employment through open vacancies.

Skills Required

• Communication skills
• IT skills
• Attention to detail
• Organisation skills
• Customer care skills
• Problem solving skills
• Number skills
• Analytical skills
• Logical
• Team working
• Initiative
• Non judgemental

Qualifications

• Essential - GCSE - 3 other subjects - C/4 or above
• Essential - GCSE - Math's - 7 or above
• Essential - GCSE - Science - 5/B or above
• Desired - GCSE - Engineering - C/4 or above

Course Information

Course: Engineering design technician (level 3)

Level: 3

Route: Engineering and manufacturing

Apprenticeship Level: Advanced

Working Arrangements

Working Week: During the apprenticeship you will work 5 days per week, inclusive of 1 day per week for study at Peterborough College. The working hours are 8:30am to 5:00pm (Monday - Thursday) and 8.30am to 3.30pm (Friday).

Expected Duration: 3 Years 6 Months

Training Provider: INSPIRE EDUCATION GROUP

This employer is part of the Disability Confident scheme, committed to employing disabled people.