Degree Apprentice Mechanical Engineering - Buildings - Plymouth (2026)

Stantec Consulting International Ltd.; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy is offering a Degree Apprentice (Level 6) Mechanical Engineer position in Plymouth, starting in 2026. This apprenticeship will support you in obtaining a BEng Electromechanical degree while providing practical experience in a collaborative team environment. The role entails 4 days in the office weekly to ensure proper support from colleagues, and comes with a competitive salary and benefits package.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Private medical insurance

Holiday buy and sell

Group income protection

Life assurance

Responsibilities

• Learn while you earn through an apprenticeship focused on Mechanical Engineering.
• Work alongside the MEP team specializing in building services.
• Engage with design teams to deliver effective engineering solutions.

Skills

Adaptability

Perseverance

Collaboration

Problem-solving

Education

128 UCAS tariff points minimum

A level: ABB including Mathematics grade B

BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma: DDM including Merit in Mathematics

GCSEs: At least 5 with grade 5 or 6 in Mathematics and English

Job description

Overview

With every community, Stantec redefines what’s possible.

Application Deadline: Recruitment is ongoing. Please apply as soon as possible as the advert may close once we have sufficient applicants.

We have an opportunity for a Degree Apprentice (Level 6) Mechanical Engineer to join our Apprentice Programme in our MEP team based in Plymouth, starting in 2026.

This apprenticeship will enable you to learn whilst you earn as you study for an academic qualification. You will gain a Level 6 BEng Electromechanical Apprenticeship degree in conjunction with our Training Provider, Exeter University (block release). This will be discussed further during the recruitment process.

Based in Plymouth, you\'ll work alongside a team which specialises in the delivery of building services, energy and sustainability services. We offer a fresh approach by getting involved early, working collaboratively with the design team, guiding design development and using our expertise to help clients make key decisions – an approach that always results in a building that delivers.

Take a look at some of our projects – Mechanical & Electrical Engineering Projects, and review the career journey of some of our Stantec apprentices here: Stantec Career Stories.

About you

Qualifications:

• UCAS tariff points: 128 points minimum.
• A level: ABB, including Mathematics at grade B or above and one other analytical subject (also with a grade B).
• BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma: DDM; must include a Merit or above in Mathematics and Further Mathematics in Construction Units. Excluding General Studies.
• Scottish Highers: 4 SQA Advanced Highers - BBB and SQA Highers - A, A, B, B, B (to include Mathematics).
• Irish Leaving Certificate: (Highers) H2, H2, H2, H2, H3, H3 (at least H3 for Mathematics and one other analytical science).
• International Baccalaureate: 32-34 points/655. HL5 in Mathematics (Analysis and Approaches) and HL5 in another Science subject, including Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Design Technology, Physics, Environmental Systems and Societies.
• Other equivalent qualifications may be considered.
• GCSEs: At least 5 GCSEs with a grade of 5 or 6 (B) or above in Mathematics and English Language. Functional Skills Level 2 in English and Mathematics are also accepted. You must fulfil our GCSE entry requirements as well as one of the requirements listed above.

We also look for someone who is:

• An Adapter — You\'re able to remain calm in new and changing situations, comfortably switching between a variety of dynamic and exciting tasks.
• A Perseverer — You stay composed in the face of setbacks, approaching challenges with confidence and determination.
• A Collaborator — You work effectively with lots of different people, considering others’ perspectives to shape better outcomes.
• A Problem-Solver — You love to give your thoughts based on what you see, being unafraid to challenge conventional thinking.

Please note, we ask our Apprentices to come into the office 4 days per week, to ensure that colleagues are able to provide the appropriate level of support.

What we can offer you

• A competitive salary
• Private medical insurance
• A range of benefits, including holiday buy and sell, group income protection and life assurance
• Permanent employment contract to demonstrate our commitment to your long-term career at Stantec
• Professional progression plan, supporting you to become chartered with a relevant professional body
• A supportive and collaborative team environment and Early Careers peer group and wider ERG network (see more on our ERGs here: Stantec Employee Resource Groups)

Applicants must have an unconditional right to live and work in the UK for an indefinite period without limitation.

Please take a look at the UK Apprentice brochure to find out more about life as an apprentice at Stantec. We look forward to receiving your application!

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