Product Development Apprentice

Amrctraining; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in rail fastening systems is seeking a Product Development Apprentice to join their team. You will support the Development Laboratory and gain hands-on experience in machining and engineering while completing a Level 6 Manufacturing Engineer degree apprenticeship. This role requires a proactive candidate with a strong foundation in engineering principles and the ability to work in a team. The role offers a great opportunity to develop skills in problem-solving and technical service.

Qualifications

• GCSE in English and Math, grade C or 4 or above required.
• Two A-Levels in relevant subjects including math.
• Engineering BTEC Level 3 or equivalent with Distinction.

Responsibilities

• Support the Pandrol PL FS Development Laboratory in machining and metal work.
• Assess functionality of components and document findings.
• Assist in quality assurance activities.

Skills

Engineering principles

Engineering Materials

Communication skills

Machining experience

Education

GCSE English language C or 4 or above

GCSE Maths C or 4 or above

A minimum of two A-Levels at grade B or above

Engineering BTEC Level 3 with Distinction Merit

Job description

Pandrol Limited are looking for a Product Development Apprentice to complete a Level 6 Manufacturing Engineer degreeapprenticeship and join their team. The candidate will support the Pandrol PL FS Development Laboratory in all aspects of providing a technical service to the Pandrol Group of companies, including machining, welding and mechanical engineering solutions. The candidate will be working with the company’s portfolio of components to identify suitable solutions and meet the requirement of the customer and company needs.

Role & responsibilities:

• Working in a small team to support the Pandrol PL FS Development Laboratory in providing machining and metal working support
• Problem solving, such as assessing the functionality of the company’s components, assemblies and ancillary equipment
• Advising on designs of new products
• Documenting data and results, potentially writing and presenting reports
• Provide assistance to Pandrol Group companies for routine quality assurance activities conducted by the technical department

Skills required:

• Basic understanding of Engineering principles
• Basic understanding of Engineering Materials and their properties
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Any advanced or previously gained experience in machining would be an advantage

Personal qualities the candidate must have:

• Ownership
• Respect
• Improvement
• Teamwork

Pandrol defines the industry standard across rail fastening systems and aluminothermic welding. We’ve created rail infrastructure in more than 100 countries. Our portfolio extends to equipment that makes constructing and maintaining railways more efficient. Our sustainable resilient systems extend the life of track, and our electrification solutions support urban transport across the globe.

We are technicians, engineers, developers, and designers who solve complex problems using our unique history of innovation and an endless pursuit of new thinking.

Things to consider:

During the first year you will be required to attend the University of Sheffield’s AMRC Training Centre based in Catcliffe, Sheffield, for a phased-block delivery over a 38-week period. After the initial block training you will attend the AMRC Training Centre for one day a week to undertake the knowledge study. The remaining four days will be spent in company learning on the job.

Please note the AMRC Training Centre reserves the right to close applications ahead of the published closing date.

Qualification Requirements:

Degree Apprenticeship entry requirements

You will needbothof the following:

• GCSE English language C or 4 or above
• GCSE Maths C or 4 or above.

You will need one of the following:

• A minimum of two A-Levels at grade B or above, including a mathematical-based subject and a science, technology, engineering or an additional mathematics-related subject
• An Engineering BTEC Level 3 with at least 120 credits at Distinction Merit (DM) level or above
• EAL Diploma in an engineering-based subject at Distinction level
• Equivalent qualifications, such as Technical Levels at DM or above.

Candidates with an HND or Foundation Degree or who have completed the second year of a degree in a relevant subject can be assessed for direct entry onto the 2nd or 3rd year of the programme (BEng top-up), but 1st year entry or an alternative pathway may still be recommended.

Candidates who have not studied in the UK can submit transcripts for qualifications equivalent to level 3 which the admissions panel will review and may be taken in lieu of the specified qualifications.

Applicants are also required to successfully complete the AMRC Training Centre and employer recruitment and selection process to secure a place on an apprenticeship programme.

If you are uncertain about whether your qualifications meet the entry tariff for the degree apprenticeship, please contact the recruitment team at [e-mail].