Electrical Engineer

Tetra Tech, Inc.; Penyffordd; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm based in the United Kingdom is seeking an Engineering Curriculum Innovation Officer to enhance partnerships with engineering and manufacturing employers. The role involves promoting apprenticeship schemes, developing innovative curricula in response to industry needs, and driving enrollment in T Levels. Candidates should possess excellent communication skills and a solid understanding of funding initiatives. This position is essential for supporting the growth of the next generation of engineers in a dynamic industry.

Qualifications

• Experience in developing partnerships within engineering and manufacturing sectors.
• Strong communication skills for engaging with stakeholders and employers.
• Knowledge of apprenticeship funding and government initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Build relationships with engineering and manufacturing employers.
• Coordinate and deliver employer engagement events and activities.
• Monitor and report on outcomes and employer satisfaction.

Job description

The Engineering Curriculum Innovation Officer will help drive growth and innovation within our engineering and advanced manufacturing offer across T Levels, study programmes, apprenticeships and higher education. The post holder will focus on building strong partnerships, developing industry‑responsive curriculum, and supporting the next generation of engineers and technicians to thrive in a rapidly changing sector.

Key Responsibilities

• Build mutually beneficial relationships with engineering and manufacturing employers and external stakeholders.
• Develop and maintain these collaborative relationships across Atom Valley and Greater Manchester.
• Support the drive to increase T Level applications and placements for Engineering and Manufacturing.
• Promote the Hopwood Halls engineering apprenticeship and training offer to new and existing employers and to prospective students.
• Coordinate and deliver employer engagement events, workplace visits, school presentations and partnership activities to showcase our learners and facilities.
• Maintain regular contact with employers to ensure ongoing satisfaction and identify new opportunities.
• Deliver outstanding customer service to all employers and stakeholders, acting as the initial point of contact for all new engineering and manufacturing business.
• Increase the number of employers engaged in the co‑design of apprenticeship standards to support and inform curriculum intent and implementation.
• Achieve targets linked to increasing the number of students enrolling on Engineering T Levels, increasing the number of engaged employers providing placement opportunities, and increasing the growth of businesses employing relevant skills and training.
• Work with curriculum leaders and teachers to ensure programmes reflect the latest technologies, standards and industry practices.
• Support the co‑design and continuous improvement of engineering and manufacturing apprenticeship standards and study programmes in line with employer feedback.
• Champion the integration of real‑world projects, site visits, live briefs and industry placements into learning delivery.
• Contribute to strategic targets for the growth of engineering apprenticeships and full‑time study programmes.
• Identify new opportunities for partnership, curriculum expansion and funding aligned to regional and national skills priorities.
• Monitor and report on outcomes, employer satisfaction and new business to support continuous improvement.
• Achieve recruitment and sales targets as well as other KPIs agreed with the Head of Engagement, Communications & Marketing.
• Maximise the use of market intelligence to inform strategic employer engagement opportunities and marketing.
• Report on impact and progress on a monthly basis.
• Ensure quality and accuracy of information provided to employers in line with relevant funding and guidance.
• Maintain an in‑depth knowledge of apprenticeship funding and other funding streams and government initiatives.
• Ensure continuous development and improvement of professional knowledge.
• Any other duties of a similar level of responsibility as may be required.