Manufacturing Engineering Apprentice: 3-Year Degree Path

De Beers Group; Shannon; On-site; EUR 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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Job summary

Element Six is launching a 2026 Manufacturing Engineering Apprenticeship in Ireland, in collaboration with SOLAS, GMIT, TUS & MTU. The programme spans three years, blending on‑the‑job and off‑the‑job training to qualify as a Bachelor of Engineering (Level 7) Manufacturing Engineer.

Successful candidates should show technical/mechanical aptitude, strong communication, maturity and willingness to take responsibility, with a commitment to the structured programme starting November 2026.

Qualifications

• Aged 18 by 1st October 2026.
• Commit to a structured apprenticeship programme over 3 years starting November 2026.
• Fluent in English, written and spoken.

Responsibilities

• Participate in a structured 3‑year apprenticeship with Element Six and SOLAS.
• Balance on‑ and off‑the‑job training to develop manufacturing engineering skills.
• Collaborate with teams to gain hands-on experience toward a Bachelor of Engineering (Level 7).

Skills

Technical aptitude

Mechanical aptitude

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Education

Leaving Certificate (O3)

Higher Level papers (H7)

Job description

Element Six is launching a 2026 Manufacturing Engineering Apprenticeship in Ireland, in collaboration with SOLAS, GMIT, TUS & MTU. The programme spans three years, blending on‑the‑job and off‑the‑job training to qualify as a Bachelor of Engineering (Level 7) Manufacturing Engineer.

Successful candidates should show technical/mechanical aptitude, strong communication, maturity and willingness to take responsibility, with a commitment to the structured programme starting November 2026.