Automation Engineering Apprentice - 48 month fixed term contract

Amazon; Dunstable; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global online retailer in the United Kingdom is offering a 48-month Automation Engineering Apprenticeship. This program combines on-the-job training with industry-recognized study, focusing on robotics and automation systems. Ideal for candidates with strong academic backgrounds in Maths and science, this apprenticeship provides hands-on experience in advanced technologies and process improvements.

Qualifications

• Be 18 years or older before the start date.
• Have lived in the UK or EEA for the last 3 years.
• Provide a Statement of Comparability for non-UK qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Support maintenance and fault-finding on automated systems.
• Use diagnostic tools to ensure smooth operation of conveyors.
• Collaborate with engineers on process improvements.

Skills

Robotics

Automation programming

Data analytics

Predictive maintenance

Education

5 GCSEs C-grade (grade 4) or above

3 A levels at C (grade 4) or above or equivalent BTEC Level 3

Tools

PLC

Electrical tools

Job description

Automation Engineering Apprentice - 48 month fixed term contract

Secure an apprenticeship that blends on‑the‑job training with industry‑recognised study, and dive into Amazon’s world‑class automation network. You’ll spend 48 months progressing toward the Level 6 Control Technical Support Apprenticeship, gaining hands‑on experience in robotics, conveyors, sensors, IoT, predictive maintenance and machine‑learning driven automation.

Key job responsibilities

• Support maintenance and fault‑finding on automated systems and robotics
• Use diagnostic tools to keep conveyors and sortation equipment running smoothly
• Plan preventive maintenance and safety checks
• Collaborate with engineers to develop new process improvements and energy‑efficient solutions

What you’ll learn

• Advanced robotics systems and controls
• Industrial automation programming
• Smart sensor technology and IoT integration
• Predictive maintenance systems
• Data analytics and performance optimisation
• Safety systems for human‑robot collaboration
• Industry 4.0 technologies
• Machine‑learning applications in automation

Basic Qualifications

• Be 18 years or over before the start date (September 2026)
• Have the right to live and work in England
• Have lived in the UK or EEA for the last 3 years
• Be a UK resident for the duration of the programme
• Not be registered to study on a UK government‑funded course ending August 2026 or later
• Have at least 5 GCSEs C‑grade (grade 4) or above, including Maths and English
• Three A levels at C (grade 4) or above in Maths, IT, Physics or an engineering‑related subject, or an equivalent BTEC Level 3 engineering qualification of 180 credits
• Provide a Statement of Comparability for non‑UK qualifications
• Programme is a 48‑month fixed‑term contract; no prior higher qualification in a similar subject

Preferred Qualifications

• Maintenance or Engineering HNC/D qualification, ideally with PLC, automation, electronics or electrical bias

Equal Opportunity Statement

Amazon is an equal‑opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status. We value a diverse workforce, provide workplace accommodation for disabilities, and support a culture of inclusion.