Engineering Technician Apprentice

The engineering technician apprenticeship covers a range of topics, including:

Engineering principles Technical mathematics Computer-aided design (CAD) Mechanical and electrical engineering Apprentices will also learn about manufacturing processes, quality control, and maintenance, as well as health and safety regulations.

Training:

Level 3 Engineering Technician apprenticeship standard, which includes:

Level 3 Diploma in engineering technician (skills) Level 3 Certificate or Diploma in engineering technician (knowledge) Functional Skills in maths and English as required Employee Rights and Responsibilities (ERR) Personal Learning and Thinking Skills (PLTS) Training and training location to be confirmed To gain a general understanding of electrical and mechanical engineering principles through a combination of on the job training and classroom/workshop based training in conjunction with The JCB Academy.

Training Outcome:

Excellent prospects for progression within The Hex Group. Progression from Level 3 to Level 4 is a realistic ambition.

Many of our apprentices go on to further their careers in one of our businesses, and those with exceptionally high levels of drive and determination achieve a Level 4 qualification. We’ll even sponsor some of our graduate apprentices to complete a full degree.

Employer Description:
Alpha Manufacturing are a multi award-winning custom metal fabrication company. As a leading subcontract metal manufacturing company based in the UK, we've been serving a range of industries since 1989, offering sheet metal fabrication, metal design and integrated engineering services. Alpha Manufacturing, is part of the Hex Group, a family-owned manufacturing and engineering business based in Hixon, Staffordshire. For almost 40 years, our strategy has been about consistent, organic growth by continually advancing our engineering and manufacturing capability and supporting customers who share our commitment to excellence. In 2022, we became The HEX Group, a reflection of our group presence as six divisions. Operating in new and diversified markets, and with a strong balance sheet, our aim is to continuously invest in our people and processes. We are also committed to becoming a carbon-neutral business by 2037.

Working Hours :
Monday to Friday, 08:00 - 16:30.

Skills:
Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative