26-0055 Prototype Engineering - Advanced Apprentice

Role & responsibilities:

You’ll learn how to turn ideas and drawings into real, working equipment

This includes:

Making parts from metal and food-safe plastics Cutting, shaping, welding, and assembling components Working from engineering drawings Helping build one-off prototype machines (no boring mass production!) Working with designers, engineers, and scientists to solve problems Making sure everything is safe, clean, and food-grade

Occasional travel nationally or internationally will be required after training.



Training:
You will study on a Level 3 Metal Fabricator Apprenticeship On completion of this, you will gain a qualification in Engineering at Level 3 standard During the first year of the apprenticeship, your learning will take place at the University of Sheffield’s AMRC Training Centre based at Catcliffe, Rotherham, for an initial block of study on a full-time basis After this, you will attend the training centre for one day a week for knowledge study

Training Outcome:
Completion of the University of Sheffield’s AMRC Training Centre apprenticeships are nationally recognised qualifications which are acknowledged and respected by employers across the world These can open the door to many more opportunities, such as Engineering Management and Project Engineering positions across a range of sectors worldwide

Employer Description:

We are The Magnum Ice Cream Company, the largest ice cream company in the world with over a hundred years of expertise and heritage.

We are the world's leading pure-play ice cream business.



Working Hours :
You will work Monday to Friday. Your start and finish times, including your shift pattern, will be determined by the employing company.

Skills:
Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative,Patience


  • Location:
  • Type: Permanent
  • Recruiter: THE UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD
  • Posted: 15-Apr-2026
  • Posted on: findapprenticeship.service.gov.uk