Manufacturing Engineer Apprenticeship - Level 6

Caterpillar; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering company located in Peterborough is looking for an Apprentice to join their Manufacturing Engineering team. This role involves improving processes to produce high-quality components. Candidates should hold GCSEs in Maths and English with grade C or above, or have A-Level qualifications. Key benefits include a competitive salary, 25 days annual leave, and opportunities for professional registration upon completion of the apprenticeship.

Benefits

Competitive salary package

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

9% annual bonus

Flexible benefits and working opportunities

Qualifications

• GCSEs: Grade C or above in Maths and English.
• A-Levels: Minimum 96 tariff points, including Grade C or above in Mathematics and Science.
• Equivalent academic qualifications are accepted.

Responsibilities

• Drive performance and efficiency improvements into manufacturing processes.
• Ensure processes meet design requirements, cost, quality, safety, and environmental standards.
• Collaborate with Operations and other functions to develop necessary skills.

Skills

Mathematics

Science

Education

GCSEs in Maths and English (Grade C or above)

A-Levels with minimum 96 tariff points

Extended Diploma in Engineering

Job description

Career Area

Students and Graduates

Job Description

Apprentice – Manufacturing Engineering Team – Peterborough Facility (PE1 5FQ)

We are looking for a single apprentice to join our Manufacturing Engineering team. The role involves designing and improving high‑quality, low‑cost processes that produce defect‑free components for global manufacturing.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package – starting at £2,493 per year
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• 9% annual bonus, share scheme, pension scheme
• Flexible benefits, flexible working opportunities and family‑friendly policies

Training & Qualification

Our 53‑month apprenticeship is delivered in partnership with CU Apprenticeships (Better Futures) Ltd, part of the Coventry University Group. Apprentices will complete university‑based learning at least 6 hours per week, leading to a Level 6 Manufacturing Engineer apprenticeship standard. Outcomes include:

• Level 6 Manufacturing Engineer Apprenticeship certificate
• BEng (Hons) Manufacturing Engineering – on completion of the programme

University sessions are scheduled online once a week and onsite 1–2 times per month in Coventry city centre. Face‑to‑face attendance may require travel to the campus.

Upon successful completion, apprentices can apply for IEng (Incorporated Engineer) professional registration status.

Responsibilities

• Drive performance and efficiency improvements into existing manufacturing processes.
• Ensure processes meet product design requirements, cost, quality, safety, and environmental standards.
• Collaborate with Operations, Quality, Design Engineering, Supply Chain, and other functions to develop skills necessary for a manufacturing engineer role.
• Participate in multiple critical functions across the business, including quality, operational leadership, global manufacturing, supplier development, and design engineering.

Entry Requirements

• GCSEs: Grade C or above in Maths and English.
• A‑Levels: Minimum 96 tariff points, including Grade C or above in Mathematics and Science plus another subject reaching 96 points; or an Extended Diploma in Engineering or related subject with Merit profile.
• Equivalent academic qualifications are accepted.
• Predicted grades may be submitted; conditional offer will depend on achieved grades before September 2026.

Recruitment Timeline

Go Live: 1 December 2025

Closing Date: 18 January 2026

Assessment Centre (in-person): 30 March – 10 April 2026

Engagement Day (in-person): 2 July 2026 (provisional)

Employment Start: 7 September 2026 (provisional)

Recruitment Process

1. Online application – complete before the closing date.
2. Assessment Centre – interview, group exercise, and presentation.
3. Offer – review feedback and extend offers.
4. Engagement Day – meet new apprentices.

Contact

If you have a question, please reach out to [e-mail].

Equal Opportunity Statement

Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply.