Measurement Engineering Apprentice

Safety, IATF & Laboratory Governance:

Follow all Health, Safety, Environmental and Quality procedures applicable to laboratory activities Support laboratory activities in accordance with IATF 16949 laboratory requirements, working within defined procedures and under appropriate supervision Learn to identify hazards and risks associated with laboratory testing and escalate concerns where necessary Maintain laboratory standards through participation in 5S, equipment care and safe systems of work

Measurement, Inspection & Scanning Development:

Assist with dimensional inspection activities using coordinate measuring machines (CMMs), form tracers, 3D laser scanning systems and hand measurement equipment under supervision Progressively develop skills in CMM operation and programming using Mitutoyo M-COSMOS and PC-DMIS software, supported by experienced engineers Learn to operate and apply 3D laser scanning technologies for dimensional verification, surface analysis and comparison to CAD models, under supervision Develop the ability to interpret 3D CAD data and engineering drawings to support measurement and scanning activities Support the preparation of inspection, scanning and measurement reports, including ISIR documentation, for review and approval by a competent engineer Develop an understanding of GD&T principles and support dimensional troubleshooting activities with guidance

Laboratory Competence & Measurement Control:

Learn to operate laboratory test equipment and instrumentation within defined competency and training limits Support the use of calibrated and traceable equipment in accordance with laboratory procedures Develop an understanding of measurement principles, equipment capability and basic calibration requirements, following defined test methods and work instructions and escalating where standards are unclear

Data Integrity, Analysis & Problem Solving:

Accurately record measurement and scanning data in line with laboratory documentation and data integrity requirements Learn to analyse dimensional and scanning results, identify trends or anomalies and support root cause investigations under supervision Assist with non-conformance investigation and corrective action activities in collaboration with Quality and Supplier Quality teams Develop awareness of measurement system principles, including basic Measurement System Analysis (MSA)

Quality Engineering Exposure & Continuous Improvement:

Support Quality Engineering activities across multiple functions, including Receiving Inspection, Supplier Quality Assurance, New Product Introduction, Plant Quality and Warranty, as part of the apprenticeship development programme Work with Production and Engineering teams to support measurement- and inspection-related process improvements where opportunities are identified Participate in Kaizen and continuous improvement activities to enhance measurement, scanning and inspection effectiveness, efficiency and data reliability

Training:
1 day a week at college ( term time)  college assessor  work place mentor

Training Outcome:
After completion of apprenticeship progression within the company is available to other roles such as laboratory measurement engineer, quality laboratory technician and more

Employer Description:

DENSO is a global company focused on advanced mobility that contributes to greater well-being and positively changes how the world moves. As a global Fortune 500 company, we have a broad product portfolio and widespread global impact.

Working Hours :
Monday - Thursday, 8.30am - 5.00pm and Friday, 8.30am - 3.30pm.

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