Engineering Technician Apprentice

Getting In Limited; Indiana (PA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking motivated individuals for an Engineering Technician Apprentice role. This exciting opportunity involves a comprehensive Level 3 Fitter Apprenticeship, where you will gain hands-on experience across various engineering departments. You'll develop essential skills in mechanical, electrical, and electronic systems while working with advanced technologies. As you rotate through departments, you'll enhance your technical expertise and problem-solving abilities, preparing you for a successful career in engineering. Join a company dedicated to innovation and excellence, where your contributions will make a significant impact in the field.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and problem-solving skills are essential.
• A levels in relevant subjects are required for this apprenticeship.

Responsibilities

• Read mechanical and electrical drawings and build systems.
• Test and validate systems while ensuring quality standards.

Skills

Communication skills

IT skills

Attention to detail

Organisation skills

Problem solving skills

Analytical skills

Logical thinking

Team working

Driving licence

Education

A levels in specified subjects

Tools

Hand tools

Workshop machine tools

Job description

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Apply From: 02/03/2025

Learning Provider

Delivered by IN-COMM TRAINING AND BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED

Employer

V A TECHNOLOGY LIMITED

Vacancy Description

The successful applicant will undertake a Level 3 Fitter Apprenticeship including the Level 4 HNC qualification which will start during year 2 of the apprenticeship.

As an Apprentice, you will rotate through each of the engineering departments within the business, providing you with significant opportunities to expand operational and technical skills and knowledge.

V A Technology designs, manufactures, installs, and services technologically advanced systems and equipment for the investment casting industry, where you will be earning a good salary while developing new skills, knowledge, and experiences.

As part of the apprenticeship, you will be responsible for the quality and accuracy of the work you undertake and be able to demonstrate at the end of the apprenticeship every aspect of engineering involving mechanical, electrical, electronic, electromechanical, and fluid power components/systems within a technical support pathway up to Level 4 HNC.

Job role will include:

• Reading mechanical and electrical drawings
• Using and communicating technical information
• Building systems and equipment
• Testing and validation of systems and equipment
• Supporting in the development of Robot and PLC software
• Using computer software packages to assist with engineering activities
• Fault finding and diagnostics of mechanical and electrical equipment
• Preparing and fabricating metal components for machine assembly
• Operating machinery such as press brakes, saws, drills, and welding
• Using hand tools such as drilling, grinding, and finishing
• Supporting the construction of control panels and equipment
• Being familiar with Risk Assessment and typical Health and Safety issues in the workplace
• Operating within company procedures and policies
• Ensuring quality standards are met
• Working efficiently and effectively in an engineering environment
• Driving license needed to visit various engineering sites

Key Details

Vacancy Title

Engineering Technician Apprentice

Employer Description

With a relentless commitment to excellence in mechanical, electrical, control, software, and systems design, we have delivered a vast range of systems and technologies, ultimately helping to transform ceramic mold manufacturing from art-form to industrialized process. VA Technology is known worldwide for its innovative, technologically advanced shellroom systems and equipment. With extensive experience in the design, manufacture, installation, and service of complete shell manufacturing systems throughout the investment casting industry, we pride ourselves on our bespoke solutions and ongoing support tailored to meet our customer’s needs.

Vacancy Location

V A Technology Limited Halesfield 9 Shropshire TF7 4QW

Wage Frequency

Custom

Number of Vacancies

4

Vacancy Reference Number

1000305859

Key Dates

Apply From

02/03/2025

Closing Date For Applications

2025-04-01 23:59:59

Interview Begin From

Possible Start Date

2025-09-01 00:00:00

Training

Training to be Provided

• The successful candidate will be required to attend In-Comm Training Services in Telford, 5 days a week for the first 10 months of their Apprenticeship
• This is a Level 3 Engineering Manufacturing Support qualification
• During this time, you will also be learning and understanding the importance of Health and Safety within the workplace where you will gain qualifications in IOSH working safely, manual handling, and abrasive wheels
• During the practical training at In-Comm, you will become proficient in the application and use of a wide range of hand tools and associated workshop machine tools, learning to understand and interpret engineering drawings
• You will demonstrate skills and processes as the training period progresses by working independently or with a team
• Once the full-time programme is completed, you will start work-based learning activities where you will maintain an electronic logbook over the duration of the apprenticeship period, recording projects and documenting work that has been undertaken and the skills learned
• You will have an assessor who will complete workplace assessment visits and observations

Learning Provider

IN-COMM TRAINING AND BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED

Skills Required

Communication skills, IT skills, attention to detail, organizational skills, problem-solving skills, analytical skills, logical thinking, team working, driving licence preferably, A levels in specified subjects.

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