Apprentice software/embedded electronics engineer

Dia-Stron in Andover, UK and Bossa Nova Vision in Los Angeles, USA (a fully owned subsidiary of DiaStron) design and manufacture instruments used in natural and synthetic fibre testing laboratories around the world.

They are primarily used to test the hair care products and combine both physical and optical technologies to give the user as much data as possible to make science founded decisions.

The apprentice mechatronics engineer will work in the New Product Development team to contribute to and learn about designing and testing new instruments capable of testing 100’s of fibre samples with minimal human intervention. Mechanical, electronic, software and control engineering aspects are required to design a good instrument.

This role will primarily focus on the control and instrumentation aspect and as minimum lead to a level 6 degree qualification.

Training:
Embedded electronic systems design and development engineer (degree) 1 day per week at college during term term, otherwise on site at Dia-Stron, Andover UK

Training Outcome:
A successful apprentice will progress to a full time role in engineering, sales, service or product development role in Dia-Stron

Employer Description:
Dia-Stron in Andover, UK and Bossa Nova Vision in Los Angeles, USA (a fully owned subsidiary of DiaStron) design and manufacture instruments used in natural and synthetic fibre testing laboratories around the world. They are primarily used to test the hair care products and combine both physical and optical technologies to give the user as much data as possible to make science founded decisions.

Working Hours :
Monday - Friday, 8.30am - 5.00pm with some flexitime.

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative,Patience