Trainee Engineer

E3recruitment; Bradford; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in West Yorkshire seeks a motivated Trainee Engineer to join their dynamic team. This role offers hands-on experience in a fast-paced environment, structured training, and opportunities for career progression in engineering. Ideal for those eager to learn and develop skills in the manufacturing or chemical sector.

Benefits

Mentoring

Skills development

Exposure to projects

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence for travel across the UK and Ireland.
• Eager to learn and develop new engineering competencies.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with teams to support installation and maintenance of equipment.
• Assist senior engineers with troubleshooting technical issues.
• Participate in root cause analysis and improvement initiatives.

Skills

IT literacy

Initiative

Communication

Education

GCSE Grade C / Level 4 in Maths

Job description

We are looking for a motivated and ambitious Trainee Engineer to join our dynamic team at a leading manufacturing company based in West Yorkshire. This is an excellent opportunity for an individual with a genuine interest in engineering to gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced industrial environment. The Trainee Engineer will work under the supervision of experienced professionals to support operations, assist with maintenance, and contribute to process improvements, all while adhering to strict safety and environmental standards.

As a Trainee Engineer, you will take part in structured training programmes, work toward additional qualifications, and collaborate with various departments and stakeholders to broaden your technical and professional skill set. This Trainee Engineer position is designed to lay the groundwork for future career progression within the engineering field.

Main Duties of a Trainee Engineer

• Collaborate with account managers, customers, subcontractors, and other stakeholders to support the installation, commissioning, and maintenance of equipment in Bradford and on client sites.
• Assist senior engineers with troubleshooting technical and process-related issues.
• Communicate effectively with engineers, technicians, and team members to achieve operational goals.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams, including warehousing, maintenance, quality, and health & safety.
• Participate in root cause analysis and contribute to ongoing improvement initiatives.
• Support small-scale engineering projects and assist in preparing technical documentation and reports.

Essential Criteria for Trainee Engineer

• Full UK driving licence with the flexibility to travel across the UK and Ireland, including overnight stays when visiting client sites.
• IT literate (Microsoft Office) with a minimum GCSE Grade C / Level 4 in Maths or equivalent.
• A strong desire to learn, take initiative, and develop new engineering competencies.

This role is suited to someone eager to gain real-world experience and establish a long-term career in the manufacturing or chemical sector. As a Trainee Engineer, you will benefit from mentoring, skills development, and exposure to projects that will shape your future.