Mechanical Engineering Degree Apprentice - Hybrid, Paid Training

Leonardo; Basildon; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Holidays 25 days

Hybrid working

Private healthcare

Job summary

Leonardo invites applications for the Mechanical Engineering Degree Apprenticeship, a paid, accredited programme combining on‑the‑job learning with university study (BEng Hons) in Mechanical Engineering. You will rotate through placements, design and test projects with engineers, and travel between UK sites as needed.

The scheme is designed for school leavers with strong STEM results. The role offers hybrid working, with 3–4 on‑site days weekly, and a starting salary of £21,525 plus progression

Qualifications

• Must have minimum 104 UCAS points with STEM subjects.
• GCSEs: 5 grades 9-4/A*-C including Maths, English and Science.
• A levels or equivalent per stated requirements.

Responsibilities

• Support different aspects of mechanical engineering to gain experience.
• Work with experienced engineers to design and test products.
• Learn about the engineering lifecycle and apply new skills to solve problems.
• Record learning activities to show competency for degree qualification.
• Attend university with day/block release to complete degree (BEng Hons) in Mechanical Engineering.
• Spend 3/4 days a week on site to maximise learning (hybrid).

Education

104 UCAS Points including at least 2 STEM subjects (3 C's at A' Level or T Level core pass C or equivalent qualification)

5 GCSE grades 9-4 / A* - C including Maths, English and a Science

Job description

Leonardo invites applications for the Mechanical Engineering Degree Apprenticeship, a paid, accredited programme combining on‑the‑job learning with university study (BEng Hons) in Mechanical Engineering. You will rotate through placements, design and test projects with engineers, and travel between UK sites as needed.

The scheme is designed for school leavers with strong STEM results. The role offers hybrid working, with 3–4 on‑site days weekly, and a starting salary of £21,525 plus progression