Electro-Mechanical Degree Apprenticeship

Babcock International; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully funded qualification

Personal development training

Minimum 28 days holiday including bank

Employee share scheme

Flexible benefits: cycle to work and e

STEM outreach opportunities

Job summary

Babcock International invites applications for a 5-year Electro-Mechanical Engineering Degree Apprenticeship at Devonport Dockyard. Starting salary is £27,381 with annual increases; on-site training includes university placements and hands-on work in submarine commissioning and mechanical handling groups.

Successful candidates will earn a BEng in Electro-Mechanical Engineering after completing the programme and gain exposure to a highly technical environment, aiming for professional registration

Qualifications

• GCSEs at grade C/4 or above in Mathematics and English or equivalent.
• A-levels in Mathematics and a Physical Science with an A in another subject, or
• BTEC Diploma in Eng./Electrical/Engineering with Distinction in Further Engineering Math/Further Math, or
• HE Diploma with 30 Level 3 Credits (Distinction) including Mathematics and another science subject, as applicable.

Responsibilities

• Engage in practical, real-world experience across electrical and mechanical systems.
• Learn system installation, operation, and maintenance under supervision.
• Undertake placements across Submarine Commissioning Group or Mechanical Handling Group to gain breadth of experience.

Education

GCSEs mathematics and English

A-levels in Mathematics and Physical Science with top grade in another subject

BTEC Diploma in Engineering (with Distinction in Further Engineering Mathematics or Further Mathematics)

HE Diploma or IB equivalent (if applicable)

Job description

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Electro-Mechanical Degree Apprenticeship

Location: Devonport, Plymouth, GB, PL2 2BG

Onsite or Hybrid: OnSite

Programme title: Electro-Mechanical Engineering Degree Apprenticeship

Level: 6

Salary: Starting at £27,381, with annual salary increases throughout the apprenticeship programme.

Role ID: 74971

Want a role that combines mechanical and electrical engineering skills to help solve some of the most complex and unique engineering challenges in UK defence technology? Our 5-year Electro-Mechanical Engineer Degree Apprenticeship is a rare opportunity to contribute to the commissioning of nuclear submarines or work on the cranes and lifting equipment that support them across Devonport Dockyard.

About the programme

This Level 6 apprenticeship will give you practical, real-world experience working on electrical and mechanical systems across our Submarine Commissioning Group or the Mechanical Handling Group.

You’ll work on the commissioning of nuclear submarines or work on all technical aspects of the Mechanical Handling assets across site, learning how to perform critical tasks such as system installation, operation, and maintenance, alongside fault diagnosis and rectification.

We’ll help you build fundamental skills such as drawing, calculations, specifications, scheduling and reporting. Working with teams from other engineering departments, you’ll also learn the fundamentals of electrical and mechanical design, from concept through to manufacturing.

Throughout the programme, you’ll undertake a series of placements to give you a breadth of experience in all areas of Electro-Mechanical Engineering, supporting you to achieve professional registration.

Your education/training

When you successfully complete your apprenticeship, you’ll have earned a BEng in Electro-Mechanical Engineering.

Your training will take place through a mixture of classroom learning and work placements. Each year you’ll spend four weeks at the University of Warwick for theoretical and practical training (attendance at the University for face-to-face sessions is mandatory), with the rest of your time spent onsite at Devonport Royal Dockyard within our Submarine Commissioning Group or Mechanical Handling Group.

At the end of your apprenticeship, you’ll have earned a BEng in Electro-Mechanical Engineering and gained valuable work experience in a highly technical and complex environment. This will put you on par with peers who have completed our graduate programme and are progressing towards taking their roles of responsibility.

At this stage, you can expect a salary exceeding £42,000 per annum.

What you’ll need

• You’ll need a minimum of five GCSEs at grade C/4 or above, including Mathematics and English or equivalent. Plus, one of the following:
  • A-level at Grade A or above in Mathematics and a Physical Science (Chemistry, Geology, Physics & Astronomy), plus an A in one other A-level subject.
  • EDEXCEL (BTEC) Diploma DDD in one of the following subjects: Aeronautical Engineering, Applied Science, Construction and the Built Environment, Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Engineering, Land-based Technology, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Operations and Maintenance Engineering. This must include gaining a Distinction in one of the following units: Further Engineering Mathematics or Further Mathematics for Construction. Please list the units that you are taking in your application.
  • Access: Achievement of the HE Diploma, to include 30 Level 3 Credits at Distinction including 15 in Mathematics and 15 in another science of technology subject. Please list the units that you are taking in your application.
  • Baccalaureate IB: To include a minimum grade of 5 in higher level Mathematics and Physics, and a 4 or above at higher level in one of the following subjects: Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Design Technology, Environmental Systems and Societies.
• Please note that a successful application for this apprenticeship is dependent on acceptance by our chosen University provider.
• Many of our 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 and maintain Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) and Security Check (SC) clearance. For further details, visit GOV.UK and search ‘United Kingdom Security Vetting: clearance levels.
• Under applicable national security legislation, this post may only be occupied by a sole UK national. This legal requirement is independent of our recruitment policies, and all eligible applicants will be assessed fairly and without discrimination.

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
• 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.

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.

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