Engineering Technician Apprenticeship

the programme; Bristol; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering apprenticeship provider in the UK is offering a Level 4 Engineering Technician Apprenticeship in Bristol. This four-year program provides the opportunity to engage in substantive engineering work while gaining valuable experience. Candidates will study for a Higher National Certificate and be involved in diverse projects, enhancing their analytical and problem-solving skills. Upon successful completion, graduates may earn a starting salary of over £38,000 alongside comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Fully funded qualification

Minimum 28 days holiday allowance

Competitive pension scheme

Employee share scheme

Personal development training

Flexible benefits

Qualifications

• Must achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) and Security Check (SC) clearance.
• Willingness to study for a Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Engineering.

Responsibilities

• Support submarine engineering projects with a focus on design and feasibility studies.
• Review CAD models and conduct engineering surveys.

Skills

Technical reporting

Analytical skills

Collaboration

Problem-solving

Quality assurance

Education

Five GCSEs at Grade 4 (C) or above including Maths, English, and a Science subject

Level 4 Engineering Manufacturing Technician Apprenticeship Standard

Job description

Engineering Technician Apprenticeship

Level: 4

Salary: Year 1: 21641

Year 2: 27412

Year 3: 32263

Year 4: 34087

Location: Bristol

Application closing date: 12th March 2026

Programme start date: September 2026

Role ID : 67807

Curious about a future in engineering Our 4-year Level 4 Engineering Technician Apprenticeship could be the perfect launchpad. This exciting programme offers real-world experience structured learning and the chance to support some of the most complex and important engineering work in the UK.

About the programme

As part of our 200-strong In-Service Submarine Engineering Team youll be joining a group of dedicated professionals who support both in-service and build-stage submarines. The work is varied and meaningful ranging from design investigations and feasibility studies to maintaining the technical records and configuration data that keep each vessel safe and operational.

Collaboration is at the heart of everything we do. Working alongside engineers and technical specialists youll contribute to real projects that combine design assurance and engineering delivery. Your time will be split between producing and reviewing 2D and 3D Computer-Aided Design (CAD) models carrying out engineering surveys and supporting data management and documentation. You may also have opportunities to visit submarines at HM Naval Base Clyde in Scotland gaining valuable insight into how your work supports the fleet.

As your knowledge and confidence grow youll take on more responsibility in areas such as change control technical reporting and quality assurance. Every experience will help you build strong analytical and problem-solving skills while developing a practical understanding of how engineering principles are applied to real-world challenges.

Your education / training

As part of your apprenticeship youll study for the Level 4 Engineering Manufacturing Technician Apprenticeship Standard through Weston College working towards a Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Engineering.

For the first two years youll attend college one day per week building your academic and technical knowledge while applying what you learn back in the your later years youll focus more on live projects developing practical and professional skills that will prepare you for a career as an engineering professional.

Future prospects

When you complete the programme youll move into a role as a Trainee Engineer or Configuration Technician. Youll have the technical understanding professional qualification and practical experience to take on complex engineering work with confidence.

Upon completion you can expect to earn a competitive salary exceeding 38000.

From there your development doesnt stop. Through the Babcock Role Framework youll have a clear view of how your career can progress with mapped-out pathways development opportunities and the tools you need to get wherever you want to go.

What you’ll need

• Five GCSEs at Grade 4 (C) or above including Maths English and a Science Technology or Engineering subject.
• Many of our apprenticeship 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. Further details are available at United Kingdom Security Vetting : clearance levels ().

What you’ll get

We will 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

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

Your career development

Its hard to beat the variety of fantastic opportunities and business experiences youll 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 youll 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.

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