Mechanical Engineering Degree Apprenticeship - Warrington

targetjobs UK; Warrington; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nuclear engineering firm in Warrington is seeking a Mechanical Engineering Degree Apprentice. Over four years, you'll study for a BEng (Hons) in Professional Engineering while gaining practical experience on nuclear projects. Responsibilities include CAD work, design requirements, and engineering lifecycle support. The role requires a minimum of five GCSEs including Maths, with opportunities for career progression and a salary exceeding £43,000 after completion.

Benefits

Fully funded qualification

Personal development training

Minimum 28 days of holiday

Competitive pension scheme

Employee share scheme

Cycle-to-work savings

Qualifications

• Minimum five GCSEs including Maths, English, and Science.
• 104 UCAS points in relevant A Levels with Maths and Physics.
• Security clearance may be required.

Responsibilities

• Work across the engineering lifecycle on nuclear projects.
• Gain hands-on experience with CAD and mechanical calculations.
• Help manage plant and equipment obsolescence.

Skills

CAD

3D modelling

Mechanical calculations

Documentation

Education

GCSEs: minimum five at grade C/4 or above

104 UCAS points from A Levels

BTEC Extended Diploma: DMM in Engineering

Access course with 104 points

IB with 104 points

T Level: Merit in engineering T-Level

Job description

Overview

Join Cavendish Nuclear as a Mechanical Engineering Degree Apprentice in Warrington. Over four years you will study for a BEng (Hons) in Professional Engineering (Product Design) while gaining hands-on experience on initiatives that support the safe delivery of nuclear new build and decommissioning projects.

Responsibilities

• Work across the engineering lifecycle on nuclear projects, developing new technologies, maintaining essential systems, and extending vital infrastructure.
• Gain hands-on experience with CAD, 3D modelling, mechanical calculations, and producing documentation to national and international standards.
• Define design requirements, develop 3D CAD models, produce detailed drawings, carry out scoping calculations, prepare equipment specifications and technical reports.
• Help manage plant and equipment obsolescence to ensure safety and reliability; support assembly, testing, and operational teams; resolve engineering queries and nonconformance issues.
• Shadow and learn from experienced engineers; progress to more complex tasks across the design lifecycle.

Your education/training

• Study towards Product Design and Development Engineer (Degree) Apprenticeship standard through the University of Lancashire.
• Blended learning with three-day in-person block at semester start plus weekly online sessions.
• Focus on materials science, CAD, systems integration, prototyping; aim to create fit-for-purpose solutions in regulated environments.
• Upon successful completion, you will be awarded a BEng (Hons) in Professional Engineering (Product Design) and a Level 6 Degree Apprenticeship.

Future prospects

• By apprenticeship end, become a Mechanical Engineer with salary exceeding £43,000.
• Opportunity toward Incorporated Engineer registration; career progression via Babcock Role Framework.

What you’ll need

• GCSEs: minimum five at grade C/4 or above, including Maths, English and Science, plus one of the following options.
• 104 UCAS points from A Levels including Maths and Physics or another STEM subject at grade C
• BTEC Extended Diploma: DMM in Engineering (must include Maths units)
• Access course: 104 points with Maths and Physics or STEM credits
• IB: 104 points with Maths and Physics or STEM at HL
• T Level: Merit in engineering T-Level
• IELTS: 6.0 overall with no component lower than 5.5
• Security clearance and Trade Control restrictions may apply to apprenticeships.

What you’ll get

• Fully funded qualification
• Personal development training and opportunities
• Minimum 28 days of holiday including bank holidays
• Competitive pension scheme
• Employee share scheme
• Cycle-to-work and shopping savings portal

Application process

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis; programme may close early if demand is high. Submit your application and complete online assessments promptly.