Electrical, Control and Instrumentation Engineering Degree Apprenticeship

Babcock International; Carlisle; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking Electrical, Control and Instrumentation Engineering Apprentices to help design and maintain specialist nuclear facilities. This four-year apprenticeship combines technical learning with real-world engineering, preparing candidates for a career that makes a difference. Successful completion leads to a degree and a starting salary of over £43,000.

Benefits

Fully funded qualification

28 days holiday allowance

Competitive pension scheme

Employee share scheme

Flexible benefits including cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Minimum five GCSEs at grade C/4 including Maths, English, and Science.
• 104 UCAS points from A Levels including Maths and Physics.
• Willingness to achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard and Security Check clearance.

Responsibilities

• Support key projects at Sellafield.
• Shadow experienced engineers and build foundational engineering skills.
• Contribute to design, modeling, calculations, and documentation.

Skills

Mathematics

Physics

Computer-aided design (CAD)

Engineering Design

Problem Solving

Education

Five GCSEs at grade C/4 or above

104 UCAS points from A Levels including Maths and Physics

BTEC Extended Diploma: DMM in Engineering

International Baccalaureate: 104 points from Higher Level subjects

Tools

Autodesk REVIT

AutoCAD Electrical

Job description

Programme title: Electrical, Control and Instrumentation Engineering Degree Apprenticeship
Level: 6

Salary:

Year 1: £22,800

Year 2: £25,993

Year 3: £29,186

Year 4: £32,380

Post-apprenticeship salary: £43,343
Location: Fleswick Court, Cumbria

Application closing date: 18th December 2025

Programme start date: September 2026

Be part of shaping the UK’s nuclear future. As an Electrical, Control and Instrumentation Engineering Apprentice at Cavendish Nuclear, you’ll combine technical learning with real-world engineering as you help design, build and maintain specialist nuclear facilities. Over 4 years, you’ll gain the skills, knowledge and professional experience to kick-start a career that makes a meaningful difference.

About the programme

As part of our Cavendish Nuclear business, you'll be at the forefront of the UK’s nuclear decommissioning mission. From your base at Fleswick Court in Cumbria, you’ll support key projects at Sellafield, helping to develop innovative solutions that safely dismantle and clean up some of the country’s oldest nuclear facilities.

You’ll begin by shadowing experienced engineers and building a strong foundation in design, modelling, calculations and documentation. As you grow in confidence and skill, you’ll take on more complex tasks, supporting the full design lifecycle and gaining valuable exposure to engineering tools such as Autodesk REVIT or AutoCAD Electrical.

What makes this programme special is the sense of purpose. Every drawing, design or calculation you contribute to plays a part in protecting people and the environment. And you won’t be doing it alone – you’ll be surrounded by passionate colleagues who are there to mentor and support you.

Your education/training

You will study towards the Product Design and Development Engineer (Degree) Apprenticeship standard through the University of Lancashire.

Your training will be delivered through a blended learning model that combines in-person and online teaching. Each semester begins with a three-day block of face-to-face delivery, followed by weekly online sessions throughout the term. This structure is designed to support both academic learning and practical application.

The programme is tailored for engineers involved in product development and integrates key disciplines such as materials science, computer-aided design (CAD), systems integration, and prototyping. It focuses on equipping learners to create fit-for-purpose solutions in regulated environments.

Upon successful completion, you will be awarded a BEng (Hons) in Professional Engineering (Product Design) and a Level 6 Degree Apprenticeship qualification.

Future prospects

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 – with a competitive salary above £43,000.

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.

What you’ll need

• A minimum of five GCSEs at grade C/4 or above, including Maths, English and Science, plus one of the following:
  • 104 UCAS points from A Levels including Maths and Physics or another STEM subject at grade C
  • BTEC Extended Diploma: DMM in Engineering (must include Maths units)
  • Access course: 104 points including 15 Level 3 credits in Maths and Physics or STEM at Merit
  • International Baccalaureate: 104 points from Higher Level subjects, including Maths and Physics or STEM at HL6
  • T Level: Merit in an engineering T-Level discipline
  • IELTS: 6.0 overall with no component lower than 5.5
• Many of our graduate programmes are subject to Security Clearance and Trade Control restrictions which mean that your place of birth, nationality, citizenship, or residency you hold or have held may impact which programmes you are eligible for. For this programme, you must be able to achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) and Security Check (SC) clearance.

What you’ll get

We’ll provide you with a supportive and engaging environment where you can grow your career.

In addition, you’ll benefit from:

• Fully funded qualification
• Personal development training and opportunities
• Minimum 28 days holiday allowance including bank holidays
• Competitive pension scheme
• Employee share scheme
• Flexible benefits including cycle to work scheme and employee shopping savings portal

You’ll also have the chance to get involved in our STEM outreach activities and volunteering opportunities, which our apprentices find incredibly rewarding.

Your career development

It’s hard to beat the variety of fantastic opportunities and business experiences you’ll receive. You can expect real world encounters and exposure to exciting projects that will really help you navigate where you want to take your career.

Plus, when you join us, you’ll be automatically enrolled onto our Apprentice Development Programme. Through a series of digital and face to face sessions, presented by wellbeing and performance experts and our external partners, we will equip you with the knowledge and tools you need to thrive and perform at your very best on your programme and beyond.

Application process and closing dates

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, and the programme may close early if we receive a high volume of interest. To give yourself the best chance of being considered, we strongly recommend submitting your application and completing any required online assessments as soon as possible.