Manufacturing Engineering Apprentice: 3-Year Degree Path

Element Six; Shannon; On-site; EUR 14,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Element Six in Shannon, Ireland, is launching its 2026 Manufacturing Engineering Apprenticeship in partnership with SOLAS, the Further Education & Training Authority in Ireland. The structured 3-year programme combines on- and off-the-job training with the end goal of becoming a fully qualified Bachelor of Engineering (Level 7) Manufacturing Engineer with Element Six.

Successful candidates will join a team focused on advanced materials and manufacturing excellence, with study opportunities at

Qualifications

• Technical and mechanical aptitude required.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Eligible to live and work in the EU; local apprenticeship criteria apply.

Responsibilities

• Complete a 3-year structured apprenticeship with on/off-the-job training.
• Aim to become a Bachelor of Engineering (Level 7) Manufacturing Engineer with Element Six.
• Develop manufacturing and engineering skills within a global materials company.

Skills

Technical aptitude

Mechanical aptitude

Communication

Teamwork

Flexibility

Willingness to learn

Education

Leaving Cert English & Maths + two others

Job description

Element Six in Shannon, Ireland, is launching its 2026 Manufacturing Engineering Apprenticeship in partnership with SOLAS, the Further Education & Training Authority in Ireland. The structured 3-year programme combines on- and off-the-job training with the end goal of becoming a fully qualified Bachelor of Engineering (Level 7) Manufacturing Engineer with Element Six.

Successful candidates will join a team focused on advanced materials and manufacturing excellence, with study opportunities at