Hardware Electronics Engineering Apprentice

MANPOWER; Dover; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Structured apprenticeship

On-site training in Dover

Job summary

Manpower is seeking an Apprentice Hardware (Electronics) Engineer to join a well-established company in Dover, Kent. This entry-level role is a 36-month apprenticeship combining formal training with hands-on product development experience.

You will learn across the full lifecycle, from concept through design, testing and transition into production, while supporting experienced engineers in prototype builds, testing and documentation.

Qualifications

• GCSEs in Mathematics and English required.
• Interest in electronics, engineering, science or technology.
• Willingness to undertake engineering apprenticeship.
• Demonstrable curiosity and motivation to learn.

Responsibilities

• Support Product Development team during apprenticeship.
• Assist with prototype builds and testing.
• Gain experience across the product lifecycle from concept to production.
• Develop skills in hardware/electronics engineering.

Skills

Curious to learn

Practical problem solver

Analytical thinker

Attention to detail

Team player

Eager to learn

Education

GCSEs Mathematics and English

Science desirable

A-Level / BTECs in Engineering or related

Tools

Arduino

Raspberry Pi

Soldering basics

Job description

Manpower is currently looking for an Apprentice Hardware (Electronics) Engineer to work with well-established company renowned in the electrical testing and measurement industry. The position is based at Dover (Kent). This is a temporary role for 36 months.

Core purpose:

To develop the knowledge and practical skills of an entry-level apprentice while supporting the Product Development team in taking Megger products from concept through development, verification and into production.

Role summary:

An entry-level apprenticeship role for someone with an interest in electronics and

engineering. The apprentice will combine formal apprenticeship training with practical

experience, working alongside experienced engineers across the product development

lifecycle.

Primary objectives:

• Develop the knowledge, skills and behaviours required for a career in Hardware / Electronics Engineering.
• Support the Product Development team with practical engineering activities as skills develop.
• Gain experience of the complete product lifecycle from concept and requirements through design, prototype, test, verification and transition into production.
• Successfully complete the relevant apprenticeship training and apply learning in the workplace.

Apprenticeship & Development

• Undertake the agreed apprenticeship programme and complete required learning and assessments.
• Build knowledge of electronics, engineering principles, product development and safe working practices.
• Apply learning to practical activities within the Product Development team.

Product Development Support

• Support experienced engineers with product development activities.
• Assist with prototype builds, component investigations, engineering documentation and practical investigations.
• Develop an understanding of how electronics, software, mechanical and systems engineering work together

Hardware Testing & Problem Solving

• Learn to use laboratory equipment such as multimeters and oscilloscopes.
• Support testing and verification of prototypes and products.
• Assist with fault finding, investigation of unexpected results and root-cause analysis.

Design for Production

• Gain exposure to schematic and PCB development, components, design for manufacture, engineering change and configuration control.
• Support the transition of products from development into production and assist with production-related engineering investigations.
• Follow Megger engineering, quality and safe systems of work.

Experience, Skills & Knowledge

Experience, Skills & Knowledge

Technical Skills

Essential:

• GCSEs or equivalent in Mathematics and English.
• Science desirable.
• Genuine interest in electronics, engineering, science or technology.
• Willingness and ability to undertake an engineering apprenticeship.

Desirable:

• A-Level, T-Level, BTEC or equivalent in Engineering, Electronics, Physics, Mathematics or Computer Science.
• Personal electronics, robotics or STEM projects.
• Basic soldering, programming or experience with Arduino/Raspberry Pi or similar.

Soft Skills

• Curious and willing to learn.
• Practical and enjoys understanding how things work.
• Analytical and interested in solving problems.
• Good attention to detail.
• Able to work effectively as part of a team.
• Comfortable asking questions and learning from experienced engineers.
• Reliable, organised and takes responsibility for own development.
• Positive attitude and commitment to completing the apprenticeship.

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