Engineering Trainer- Mechanical

MTC - Manufacturing Technology Centre; Coventry; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Funding teaching qualification

Collaborative work environment

Career development opportunities

Cutting-edge technologies

Job summary

Manufacturing Technology Centre (MTC) is seeking an experienced Engineering Trainer to join the Advanced Manufacturing Training Centre in Coventry. You will deliver practical and theoretical training across Level 2, Level 3 and HNC programmes, aiming to help apprentices reach apprenticeship standards while developing their personal and professional skills.

Whether you hold a teaching qualification or are a practicing engineer transitioning into education, we provide full support and funding to

Qualifications

• Industry-related qualification such as Level 3 Apprenticeship or equivalent.
• GCSE Maths and English at grade 4/C or equivalent.
• Strong engineering knowledge from industrial experience.
• Experience in Mechanical Maintenance, Assembly, Fluid Power or Mechatronic Systems.
• Ability to communicate technical concepts clearly.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality training in Mechanical Maintenance and Assembly.
• Support apprenticeship and HNC learners to achieve programme outcomes.
• Create and develop engaging learning content, schemes of work and teaching resources.
• Manage training environments, equipment and learning resources effectively.
• Monitor learner progress and provide regular coaching and feedback.
• Promote a safe, inclusive and positive learning environment.
• Embed industry best practice and emerging technologies into training delivery.
• Support the development of learners' professional and employability skills.

Skills

Mechanical Maintenance

Mechatronics

Communication skills

Education pathway

Education

Level 3 Apprenticeship

HNC/HND

Engineering Degree

Job description

The Vacancy

The Role

We are looking for an experienced Engineering Trainer with a strong background in Mechanical Maintenance and Assembly to join our team at the Advanced Manufacturing Training Centre (AMTC) in Coventry. This is an exciting opportunity to inspire and develop apprentices by delivering engaging practical and theoretical training across Level 2, Level 3 and HNC programmes. You will play a key role in helping learners achieve apprenticeship standards while supporting their personal and professional development. Whether you already hold a teaching qualification or are an experienced engineer looking to move into education, we would love to hear from you. Full support and funding will be provided to gain a recognised teaching qualification if required.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality training in Mechanical Maintenance and Assembly subjects.
• Support apprenticeship and HNC learners to achieve programme outcomes and successful completion of their qualifications.
• Create and develop engaging learning content, schemes of work and teaching resources.
• Manage training environments, equipment and learning resources effectively.
• Monitor learner progress and provide regular coaching, feedback and support.
• Promote a safe, inclusive and positive learning environment.
• Embed industry best practice and emerging technologies into training delivery.
• Support the development of learners' professional and employability skills.

About You

You will be passionate about developing people and helping learners achieve their full potential. You will bring significant industrial engineering experience together with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Essential Requirements

• Industry-related qualification such as:
  • Level 3 Apprenticeship
  • HNC/HND
  • Engineering Degree
• GCSE Grade 4/C (or equivalent) in Maths and English.
• Strong engineering knowledge gained through industrial experience.
• Experience within Mechanical Maintenance, Assembly, Fluid Power, Mechatronic Systems or related engineering disciplines.
• Ability to communicate technical concepts clearly and effectively.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel when required.

Desirable Requirements

• Teaching or training qualification.
• Assessor qualification (CAVA or equivalent).
• Internal Quality Assurance qualification.
• Experience delivering apprenticeship training or education programmes.

What We Offer

• Opportunity to shape the next generation of engineers.
• Funded teaching qualification and ongoing professional development.
• Collaborative and supportive working environment.
• Career development opportunities within a leading manufacturing and training organisation.
• The chance to work with cutting-edge technologies and industry-leading partners.

Our Values

Everything we do is guided by our core values:

• One Team Together - Collaboration drives our success.
• Pursuit of the Best - Excellence is our standard.
• Insatiable Curiosity - We challenge convention and embrace learning.
• Enterprising Spirit - We innovate to create value.

Safeguarding Commitment

MTC Training is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be subject to safer recruitment checks, including employment and qualification verification, references, right to work checks, online screening, and an Enhanced DBS check with children's barred list check where applicable.

About The MTC

The Manufacturing Technology Centre (MTC) is an internationally renowned and respected research and development organisation, bridging the gap between academia and manufacturing, and is home to some of the brightest minds in engineering from around the globe.

The MTC's engineers, scientists and technicians work with some of the most advanced manufacturing equipment in the world in a supportive and collegiate environment for the development and demonstration of new technologies on an industrial scale, helping manufacturers of all sizes develop new and innovative processes and technologies.

Established to prove cutting edge manufacturing advances in an agile environment in partnership with industry, academia and other institutions, the MTC works with hundreds of industrial clients across a range of sectors including automotive, aerospace, rail, informatics, food and drink, infrastructure, construction and civil engineering, electronics, oil and gas and defence. The MTC helps businesses thrive by advancing their technological and engineering capabilities to improve their business efficiency, capability and competitiveness.

Supported by one of the largest public sector investments in UK Manufacturing, the MTC's engineering capabilities cover research and development, advanced manufacturing management, factory design and training for the skills of the future.

The MTC has world-class facilities in Coventry, Liverpool and Oxford, and is part of the UK's High Value Manufacturing Catapult, supported by Innovate UK.

Reference Checks and Security Checks (where applicable)

Due to the nature of our business, all employment is subject to satisfactory references being obtained alongside a level of security clearance checks.