Mechanical Engineering Technician Apprentice

Mechanical Engineering Apprentices use novel and technology-enabled processes to contribute to the manufacture and integration of mechanical parts and assemblies. This supports a broad range of engineering requirements, from large scale machinery to small precise equipment. You will also support work in vacuum, compressed gasses, cryogenics and mechanical design. This will include bench fitting and the use of 3D printers, Computer Numerical Controlled (CNC) and conventional machining techniques. 

Training:

Year 1 – you will spend the first full year (during term time only) with the education provider. During half term breaks you will be back on site within the Technology Group at Daresbury Laboratory. 
 
Years 2 to 4 – you will spend 4 days per week within the Technology Group at Daresbury Laboratory and the one day will be spent with the education provider. 
  
Note – There will be regular one-to-one coaching sessions with an assessor. 

Training Outcome:

Further career and training opportunities.

Employer Description:

UKRI is an organisation that brings together the seven disciplinary research councils, Research England and Innovate UK. Together, we build an independent organisation with a strong voice and vision ensuring the UK maintains its world-leading position in research and innovation. Supporting some of the world’s most exciting and challenging research projects, we develop and operate some of the most remarkable scientific facilities in the world. We are pushing the frontiers of human knowledge through fundamental research and delivering benefits for UK society and the economy through world-class research, skills and business-led innovation.

Working Hours :
Monday to Friday between 8am-4pm.

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Problem solving skills,Number skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative