Electrical Engineering Apprentice: Hands-On Training & Rotation

Harwin plc; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 16,000; Full time

Job summary

Harwin plc in Portsmouth offers a three-year engineering apprenticeship, starting with year 1 at our purpose-built training academy, with day release to South Downs College. You’ll gain hands-on engineering skills as you rotate through our engineering and operations teams, preparing for years 2 and 3 placements.

This Electrical Engineering pathway covers Software Automation or Electrical Machine Design, with essential training, mentoring, and a clear route to full career progression within

Qualifications

• Essential GCSE English and Maths requirements.
• Desirable science and engineering qualifications.
• Willingness to study toward an officially recognised qualification.

Responsibilities

• Learn and apply engineering principles related to mechanical or electrical systems.
• Read and interpret technical drawings, plans, and specifications.
• Participate in routine inspections, troubleshooting, and repairs of machinery or infrastructures.
• Support ongoing engineering projects by preparing reports, documentation, and CAD drawings.
• Attend college / training provider as required and maintain up-to-date coursework.
• Comply with all health and safety regulations and company policies.

Skills

Communication

IT Skills

Attention to detail

Organisation skills

Problem solving

Presentation

Numeracy

Analytical skills

Logical thinking

Teamwork

Initiative

Patience

Education

GCSE English 5

GCSE Maths 7

GCSE Science 5

A Level Engineering C

T Level Engineering Pass

BTEC Engineering Pass

Job description

Harwin plc in Portsmouth offers a three-year engineering apprenticeship, starting with year 1 at our purpose-built training academy, with day release to South Downs College. You’ll gain hands-on engineering skills as you rotate through our engineering and operations teams, preparing for years 2 and 3 placements.

This Electrical Engineering pathway covers Software Automation or Electrical Machine Design, with essential training, mentoring, and a clear route to full career progression within