Rail Engineering Apprentice (Level 4) — Path to IRSE Licence

Siemens; York and North Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

Siemens Mobility Rail Infrastructure Construction is offering a Level 4 Rail Engineering Advanced Technician apprenticeship. Based across regional project sites with hybrid delivery, the programme runs for about 48 months, supported by NTAR.

You will work on live signalling projects to gain hands-on experience and evidence for your IRSE Installation licence, and may progress to a permanent role on successful completion.

Qualifications

• Candidates must have achieved at least a Grade 4/C in GCSE English Language and Maths.
• Logical thinking, willing to self-learn and research, and take a creative approach to problem solving.
• Ability to work independently, safely and responsibly; take ownership of challenges and ideas and are looking to develop your ability to drive and lead change.
• Enjoy collaborating with others to find innovative solutions.

Responsibilities

• Driving Project Delivery: Contributing directly to regional rail infrastructure projects, helping deliver safe, efficient, and reliable signalling installations that keep networks moving.
• Building a Safer Railway: Gathering vital workplace evidence and hands-on experience to achieve your IRSE licence, laying the groundwork for a long-term career dedicated to safety-critical railway engineering.
• Connecting the Business: Bringing fresh perspectives through cross-functional placements, helping bridge the gap between site operations and the supporting departments that power end-to-end project success.

Skills

Logical thinking

Self-learning

Problem solving

Collaboration

Education

GCSE English Language and Maths Grade 4/C

Level 3 Engineering Qualification

Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship in Engineering

Relevant Engineering BTEC or equivalent

3x A Levels (C or above) in maths/physics/engineer

Job description

Siemens Mobility Rail Infrastructure Construction is offering a Level 4 Rail Engineering Advanced Technician apprenticeship. Based across regional project sites with hybrid delivery, the programme runs for about 48 months, supported by NTAR.

You will work on live signalling projects to gain hands-on experience and evidence for your IRSE Installation licence, and may progress to a permanent role on successful completion.