Mechanical L6 Apprentice (Degree)

Atlas Copco Group; West of England; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Culture of trust and accountability

Lifelong learning and career growth

Innovation powered by people

Comprehensive compensation and benefits

Health and well-being

Job summary

Edwards Vacuum in Bristol, United Kingdom, offers an Apprenticeship Programme designed to turn potential into hands-on experience. The role runs two to four years, includes full-time study and rotations across mechanical engineering functions, and culminates in an UWE degree with required learning hours.

You’ll contribute to design, testing, and continuous improvement of sophisticated semiconductor equipment, including CAD work.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with a readiness to learn.
• Interest in applying engineering theory to practical challenges in manufacturing equipment.
• Motivation to develop technical knowledge within a global engineering organisation.

Responsibilities

• Complete the UWEqualification during the first year, including full-time academic study.
• Undertake a two-year rotation across core mechanical engineering functions.
• Complete the UWE degree and attend all required learning hours.
• Support design, development, testing and continuous improvement of mechanical systems.
• Contribute to live projects and produce engineering drawings and BOMs.
• Assist with system integration, verification and troubleshooting.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Willingness to learn

Education

UWE degree potential

Tools

CAD

3D CAD

Job description

Ready to kick-start your career while gaining valuable experience and recognised qualifications? Join Edwards Vacuum in Clevedon through our Apprenticeship Programme and turn your potential into experience.

Depending on your chosen apprenticeship, your programme will typically last between two and four years, combining structured learning with hands‑on experience in the workplace. You will learn from experienced colleagues, develop practical and professional skills, and take on real responsibilities as you progress. With dedicated support and development throughout your apprenticeship, you will have the opportunity to build your confidence and create strong foundations for your future career.

Main Responsibilities –

• Complete the UWEqualification during the first year of the apprenticeship programme, undertaking full‑time academic study.
• Complete a structured two‑year rotation across core mechanical engineering functions, gaining broad exposure to design, development, testing, and operations.
• Complete the UWE degree and attend all required learning hours throughout the apprenticeship, meeting both academic and professional training commitments.
• Supportthedesign, development, testing, andcontinuousimprovementof mechanical systemsusedwithinsemiconductormanufacturingequipment.
• Contributeto live engineeringprojects,applyingengineeringprinciplestosolvetechnicalandoperationalchallenges.
• Produceandmaintaindrawings,billsofmaterials, andassociatedengineeringdocumentation.Creat accurate 3D parts and assemblies in CAD, applying correct constraints and ensuring designs are ready for manufacture.
• Assistwithsystemintegration,verification,validation, andtroubleshootingactivities.
• Supportrootcauseinvestigationsandtheimplementationofcorrectiveactions.

To succeed, you will need

We encourage you to apply even if you don't meet every single requirement. We value diverse experiences and perspectives and are excited to see what you bring to the role.

• Youdemonstratestrong analytical and problem-solving skills, a willingness to learn, and an enthusiasm for applying engineering theory in a practical environment.
• You embody our core values of Commitment, Interaction and Innovation, and are motivated to develop your technical knowledge and professional skills within a global engineering organisation.

In return, we offer

• Culture of trust and accountability
• Lifelong learning and career growth
• Innovation powered by people
• Comprehensive compensation and benefits
• Health and well-being

Job location

This role requires you to work on-site at our office in Bristol, United Kingdom (GB). You will be part of a dynamic team and enjoy the benefits of face-to-face collaboration.

Behind every innovative solution, there are people working together to transform the future. With careers sparked by initiative and lifelong learning, we are uniting curious minds, and you could be one of them.

Information at a Glance

Edwards is a leader in the vacuum and abatement markets. The brand’s products are essential for industries such as semiconductor, power generation, chemical and food processing. Edwards believes in working with customers to set new standards and creating environments where innovation thrives. This trailblazer prides itself on making a difference in areas that are intrinsic to people’s everyday lives – from the medical care they receive to the coffee they drink. Wherever there is vacuum, Edwards can also be found, leading the way. Edwards is a brand within Atlas Copco Group.

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