Technical Engineering Apprentice (TPS)

Tdr Training Ltd; Gateshead; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

Turbo Power Systems Ltd in Gateshead offers a 42-month Level 3 apprenticeship to begin on 5 October 2026. The role is based in our Engineering lab and involves building, testing, and assembling prototype circuits and mechanical components under design engineers.

Successful apprentices will train across wiring, soldering, and component sourcing, with potential for a permanent contract on completion. The program provides hands-on engineering experience in power electronics and manufacturing, with

Qualifications

• GCSE maths and English (Grade 5/C or above) essential.
• Analytical skills.
• Logical.
• Initiative.

Responsibilities

• Build and test prototype circuits to concept designs produced by the design engineers.
• Assembly and soldering of Printed Circuit Boards.
• Assist with the wiring of inverters and electronic assemblies.
• Design support and test circuits.
• To specify and source components.
• To assist with the development of production solutions.
• Assist with internal and external development activities.
• Build prototype mechanical assemblies to concept designs produced by the design engineers.

Skills

Crimping

Wiring

Soldering

Use of hand tools

Metalworking

Education

GCSE Maths & English (Grade 5/C or above)

Job description

Duration 42 months

Level Level 3

Start Date 5 Oct, 2026

Positions 1 Available

About the Role

Do you want to start your career as a technical engineer for a fantastic employer based in the Team Valley Gateshead. Do you want an alternative to A levels or University? If the answer is yes then this is an ideal role for you.

Key Responsibilities

The role is predominantly based in our Engineering lab, so will include working with Development Technicians on the following tasks:

• Build and test prototype circuits to concept designs produced by the design engineers.
• Assembly and soldering of Printed Circuit Boards.
• Assisting with the wiring of inverters and electronic assemblies.
• design support and test circuits.
• To specify and source components.
• To assist with the development of production solutions.
• Assist with internal and external development activities.
• Build prototype mechanical assemblies to concept designs produced by the design engineers.

Skills that are required or will be taught:

• Crimping
• Wiring
• Soldering
• Use of hand tools
• Metalworking

Requirements & Qualifications

• GCSE maths and English (Grade 5/C or above) essential
• Analytical skills
• Logical
• Initiative

Working Hours

7:30am to 4:30pm, Monday to Thursday. Friday, 7:30am to 1:30pm.

40 hours a week

Future Prospects

Upon completion of the apprenticeship, you may be offered a permanent contract.

About the Employer

Turbo Power Systems Ltd is a specialist engineering and manufacturing company headquartered on Team Valley Trading Estate in Gateshead. The business designs and manufactures advanced power electronics, power conversion systems and high-speed electrical machines, supplying customers around the world.

Its work spans several important sectors, including rail, energy, industrial technology and electric vehicle infrastructure. In rail, TPS develops equipment such as auxiliary power supplies, traction converters and battery chargers, with thousands of its systems operating on trains and metro networks worldwide.

The company also develops technology for EV charging, smart grids, energy recovery and microgrids, alongside high-speed permanent magnet motors and generators used in applications such as HVAC, air and gas separation and wastewater treatment.

A key feature of the Gateshead operation is that TPS carries out much of its design, development, testing and manufacturing in-house, supported by specialist electrical, mechanical and software engineering capabilities. The company describes its Gateshead facility as a 55,000 sq ft manufacturing and engineering site and has delivered more than 25,000 power conversion systems globally.

With a strong focus on electrification, energy efficiency and clean technology, TPS is an advanced engineering employer with significant opportunities for electrical, electronic, mechanical, manufacturing and engineering apprentices.