Electrical, Control and Instrumentation Degree Apprenticeship

Babcock; Warrington; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Babcock in Warrington offers an Electrical, Control and Instrumentation Engineering Apprentice programme. You will rotate through 6-month placements across Cavendish Nuclear to gain real experience across the engineering lifecycle.

You will study towards the Nuclear Scientist and Nuclear Engineer Degree Apprenticeship standard through the University of Derby. The four-year programme includes part-time academic learning at the Nuclear Skills Academy, Derby.

Qualifications

• GCSEs at grade 4(C) or above including English and Maths.
• Evidence of a strong work ethic and willingness to learn.
• Interest in engineering and practical problem solving.

Skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Education

GCSE Any subject (grade 4(C) and above) - essential

GCSE Any subject (grade 4(C) and above) - essential

GCSE English (grade 4(C) and above) - essential

GCSE Maths (grade 4(C) and above) - essential

GCSE Science (grade 4(C) and above) - essential

Job description

• This is your chance to gain real experience across the entire engineering lifecycle. As an Electrical, Control and Instrumentation Engineering Apprentice, you'll rotate through 6-month placements across different areas of our Cavendish Nuclear business. This structure is designed to help you build a well-rounded skillset and explore what excites you most within engineering.
• You could be designing control systems for nuclear decommissioning, supporting the infrastructure of the UK's submarine deterrent, or working on the development of cutting-edge facilities for future nuclear fusion reactors. Your week might involve working with PLCs, SCADA systems, reactor protection, or radiological monitoring equipment.
• Throughout, you'll be supported by experienced engineers and mentors who will help you develop the confidence, communication and technical skills you need to succeed. This programme offers you a chance to contribute to some of the most important and exciting engineering projects in the country.

Training

You will study towards the Nuclear Scientist and Nuclear Engineer Degree Apprenticeship standard through the University of Derby.

Your academic learning will take place at the Nuclear Skills Academy, located in Derby’s newly refurbished iHub building on Infinity Park. This cutting-edge facility serves as the central hub for all apprenticeship programmes and is managed by the University of Derby. The Nuclear Skills Academy is supported by a network of industry and education partners, including the Nuclear Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre, the National College for Nuclear, and Derby City Council - ensuring your education is grounded in the latest developments and best practices in the field.

The programme is delivered part-time over four years, with three semesters per year in the first three years and two semesters in the final year. As a work-based learning qualification, your apprenticeship integrates both off-the-job and on-the-job training. This structure allows you to apply your academic knowledge directly to your workplace experiences, helping you develop the skills, behaviours, and understanding required to succeed in the industry.

In your final year, you'll complete an integrated End Point Assessment (EPA), designed to evaluate your readiness for professional practice. By the end of the programme, you'll be equipped with a respected degree and re nuclear engineering experience.

What happens at the end

By the end of the programme, you will have earned your degree and gained the skills, experience and knowledge to thrive as an Electrical, Control and Instrumentation Engineer at Cavendish Nuclear.

You'll also have the opportunity to build on your progress toward professional registration as an Incorporated or Chartered Engineer, a recognised benchmark of engineering competence, which can support your journey into more advanced roles, such as Senior Engineer.

As a global organisation, Babcock provides countless opportunities to enhance your skills and advance your career. To support your growth, we've introduced the Babcock Role Framework, which outlines roles, career pathways, and development opportunities. With every job mapped to these frameworks, you'll have a transparent view of the steps needed to reach Senior Engineer and beyond.

Skills

• Communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Team working

Qualifications

• GCSE Any subject (grade 4(C) and above) - essential
• GCSE Any subject (grade 4(C) and above) - essential
• GCSE English (grade 4(C) and above) - essential
• GCSE Maths (grade 4(C) and above) - essential
• GCSE Science (grade 4(C) and above) - essential

Key details

• Wage: £23,598 a year
• Working week: Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm.
• Hours: 35 hours per week
• Duration: 4 Years
• Start date: 2027-09-01
• Closing date: 2026-12-07
• Apprenticeship standard: Electrical and electronic engineer (degree) (level 6)
• Training provider: UNIVERSITY OF DERBY

About the employer

Babcock is an international defence, aerospace and security company operating in our focus countries of the UK, Australasia, Canada, France and South Africa, with exports to additional markets with potential to become focus countries. We meet our customers' key requirements of affordability, availability, and capability by delivering engineering, support and critical systems to defence and civil markets.