Technical Engineering Apprentice

Schneider Electric North America; Telford; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global industrial technology company is seeking a Technical Engineering Apprentice in Telford. This four-year programme will offer placements across various engineering departments while providing you with valuable on-the-job and off-the-job training. Ideal for individuals interested in engineering with 5 GCSEs including Maths and English. Competitive salary and attractive benefits are offered along with a supportive mentoring program.

Benefits

Competitive Salary & Attractive Bonus Scheme

Employee Share Ownership Programme

Pension Scheme & Generous Life Assurance

28 Days Annual Leave + Public Holidays

Flexible Working Arrangements

Access to Health & Wellbeing Support

Volunteering Opportunities

Qualifications

• Be self-motivated, resourceful, and flexible.
• Good written and verbal interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work well within a team or alone.
• Problem-solving skills and ability to offer solutions.

Responsibilities

• Participate in various engineering departments including Product Support and Manufacturing.
• Receive on-the-job and off-the-job training.
• Attend performance reviews and mentoring sessions.

Skills

Self-motivated

Good interpersonal skills

Problem-solving

Education

5 GCSEs (or Level 2 equivalent) including English, Maths, and a Science, Technology or Engineering related subject

Tools

Microsoft Office 365

Job description

Role Title

Technical Engineering Apprentice

Location

Telford (On‑Site)

Apprentice Level

UK Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship Programme

Salary

£20,000

Role Mission

Our connected technologies are reshaping industries, transforming cities, and enriching lives. To meet this evolving need, Schneider Electric has launched an Electrical Engineering Apprenticeship Programme. As part of this transformation, we are seeking apprentices to join our teams and contribute to designing and implementing solutions for the smart buildings of the future.

Key Responsibilities

Our four‑year Programme has work‑based “apprentice can do” placements in various engineering departments at our Telford site including but not limited to:

• Product Support
• Tendering
• Customer Care
• Marketing
• Manufacturing Shopfloor

Training

During your apprenticeship, you will receive two different types of training.

On‑the‑job Training

Delivered by Schneider Electric, as your employer. You’ll receive training and supervision to help you perform the job you’ve been hired to do. In addition, we provide support to ensure your success.

Training Support Types

• A comprehensive induction
• Mentoring or regular one‑to‑one guidance
• Social enrichment and networking opportunities
• Performance reviews
• Mental health and wellbeing support
• Feedback opportunities

Off‑the‑job Training

Delivered by a selected training provider during normal working hours. You will spend at least 20% (average 6 hours per week) of your working hours on this protected training, which teaches you the knowledge, skills, and behaviours set out in the apprenticeship standard so you can achieve occupational competence. Training Provider: Shrewsbury College.

Work Pattern

37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday. Exact start and finish times are to be agreed upon with your Line Manager. Some of these hours will be allocated to off‑the‑job training as part of your apprenticeship programme.

Skills and Attributes

• Be self‑motivated, resourceful, and flexible.
• Good interpersonal skills (written and verbal).
• Ability to work well within a team or alone.
• Problem‑solving: Being able to analyze issues, think critically, and offer solutions.

Desirable

• Ability to use Microsoft Office 365 software.

Education

5 GCSEs (or Level 2 equivalent) Grade 4/C or above including English, Maths, and a Science, Technology or Engineering related subject.

Previous Experience Required

No pre‑requisite experience required but a demonstrable interest in engineering through school or hobby interests.

Visa Sponsorship

We are unfortunately unable to provide visa sponsorship for our apprenticeship positions. Certain visa types may not meet the eligibility criteria for apprenticeship funding under current government guidelines.

Company Overview

Schneider’s purpose is to create Impact by empowering all to make the most of our energy and resources, bridging progress and sustainability. At Schneider, we call this Life Is On. Our mission is to be the trusted partner in Sustainability and Efficiency. We are a global industrial technology leader bringing world‑leading expertise in electrification, automation and digitization to smart industries, resilient infrastructure, future‑proof data centres, intelligent buildings, and intuitive homes. Anchored by our deep domain expertise, we provide integrated end‑to‑end lifecycle AI‑enabled Industrial IoT solutions with connected products, automation, software, and services, delivering digital twins to enable profitable growth for our customers. We are a people company with an ecosystem of 150,000+ colleagues and more than a million partners operating in over 100 countries to ensure proximity to our customers and stakeholders. We embrace diversity and inclusion in everything we do, guided by our meaningful purpose of a sustainable future for all.

Benefits

• Competitive Salary & Attractive Bonus Scheme
• Employee Share Ownership Programme
• Pension Scheme & Generous Life Assurance
• 28 Days Annual Leave + Public Holidays
• Holiday Buy Programme
• Flexible Working Arrangements (Role Dependent)
• Hybrid Working Arrangements (Role Dependent)
• Access to Health & Wellbeing Support
• Volunteering Opportunities
• Access to Employee Discounts (including Fitness, Shopping & Dining)
• SE Career Hub Portal Access (Portal includes view of internal job opportunities, mentors, and projects globally)
• Learning Portal Access (Portal includes content that supports continuous learning)

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Equal Opportunity Statement

Schneider Electric is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities in the areas of recruiting, hiring, training, transferring, and promoting all qualified individuals regardless of race, religion, colour, gender, disability, national origin, ancestry, age, military status, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other legally protected characteristic or conduct.