Technical Project Engineering Apprentice (Level 6)

We are seeking to employ and train a Project Engineering Apprentice through a Level 6 advanced apprenticeship.

As a Project Engineering Apprentice at Ishida Europe, you will join a structured Level 6-degree apprenticeship programme designed to develop the next generation of highly skilled engineers in the food manufacturing, weighing, inspection, and packaging automation sector.

You will play an active role in supporting the planning, coordination, and delivery of customer projects across the EMEA region. You will gain hands on experience in engineering design, equipment integration, installation, commissioning, and cross functional collaboration with internal teams, suppliers, and customers. Over the course of the apprenticeship, you will build the technical, commercial, and project management capabilities required to progress into a fully competent Project Engineer within Ishida Europe.

The programme follows a structured four-year development plan, combining university study with rotational placements and increasing responsibility across engineering, manufacturing, and project delivery functions.

Your training and development will give you the skills, knowledge, and confidence to:

Provide technical input and risk awareness to support sales proposals and customer solutions Produce system layout drawings, 3D/2D CAD models, and other technical documentation required throughout the project lifecycle Support the creation of engineering specifications for bought-out equipment, sub-systems, and specialist work packages Assist with supplier engagement, procurement activities, and pre-delivery inspections of bought-out equipment Work collaboratively with design, safety, and compliance teams to ensure all engineering solutions meet relevant technical standards and statutory regulations within the food industry (e.g., Machinery Directive, PUWER, CE/UKCA, EHEDG requirements)

Training:

Your apprenticeship Journey:

In year 1, you will spend the majority of your time at BMET, mastering engineering fundamentals, both theoretical and practical with time back at Ishida to consolidate your learning Following year 1, you will spend 1 day a week studying and the rest of your time at Ishida, rotating through structured placements across the business to develop a broad understanding of our products, services and engineering capabilities During years 3 and 4, you will spend one day a week studying the degree part of your apprenticeship at Birmingham City University (BCU) You will have the opportunity to work on real world challenges, where you will see how your contributions can make a positive impact on the business Your work will see you involved in anything from customer and supplier visits, factory acceptance testing, installations and site acceptance testing project tasks, to name a few You will have a dedicated work mentor with planned regular reviews to support your progression The type of working environment is one of “Teamwork” where collaboration, engagement, positive challenges where the individual can demonstrate their skills and abilities to make a difference

Training Outcome:

On successful completion of the apprenticeship programme, you will be well positioned to progress into a permeant engineering role within Ishida, typically within Technical Product Design or a related engineering discipline.

This may include:

A structured technical career pathway, allowing you to deepen your expertise and take on increasingly complex design responsibility Opportunities to progress into senior technical, project or specialist engineering roles Longer-term progression into people leadership or management roles for those who wish to develop in that direction

Employer Description:

Ishida a world leader in the design, manufacture and installation of weighing and packing line solutions, Ishida has an in-depth understanding of many diverse industries – from meat to confectionery, from snacks to frozen food and more. Ishida Europe has its headquarters in Birmingham, UK, and serves Europe, the Middle East and Africa (EMEA). We have wholly owned Ishida sales companies in 9 countries, and committed, experienced agents and distributors in a further 15 countries. Innovative weighing and packaging equipment plus complete line solutions for these territories are developed and constructed in our UK manufacturing facility.

Our people:
The wealth of knowledge and experience of Ishida personnel enables manufacturers to benefit from the best solutions to improve their weighing and packing operations. This allows customers to focus on their own business, while we focus on solving their challenges.

Our innovations:
Ishida Europe uses know-how, creativity and state-of-the art technology to develop weighing and packing solutions enabling our customers to stay ahead. We aim for continuous technical improvement - from our revolutionary multi-head weighers and check weighers to our latest innovations such as the tray sealers and case packing systems.

Working Hours :
Monday - Thursday, 08:30 - 17:00 & Friday, 08:30 - 16:30

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Technical skills,Innovative,Accountability,Positive attitude,Passionate