Electro-mechanical Engineer Degree Apprenticeship Level 6

During this five-year programme, you will be assigned our Product Engineering department where you will combine on-the-job learning with academic study.

This will include: 

Attending University to complete your Level 6 apprenticeship programme-based framework combined with day(s) release leading to recognised qualifications Achieving professional Engineering registration to Incorporated Engineer on completion of your qualification, working beyond that to membership of IET / IMechE Maintaining a logbook over the duration of the apprenticeship period, recording projects and documenting work that has been undertaken and the skills learnt

Working towards becoming a professional design and development engineer which will involve the following areas:

Generating and developing product briefs based on customer or market needs as well as improvements to existing products and services Designing and developing solutions all the way from initial concept to volume manufacture. You’ll learn about international standards, manufacturing methods for high volume production, key design techniques and skills such as CAD, analytical tools and testing Leading projects and learning about project management techniques including critical paths, costing and business planning, risk analysis and managing resources as well as working with and communicating with a cross functional team Problem solving for real world issues and developing solutions for permanent resolution Presentation and communication to inform and convince colleagues and customers about your work and projects Testing and practical working with electromechanical systems on site and with relevant projects that will involve travel and work in our South Devon operation that includes a certified testing laboratory Learning and understanding the importance of Health and Safety within the workplace and contributing a safe working environment Support day-to-day tasks and projects, developing technical and professional competencies such as problem solving and communication techniques as you progress through the apprenticeship Shadow experienced engineers and specialists to learn how customer enquiries, product selection, engineering processes and emerging technologies are used to develop successful solutions

Training:

You will be based at our main site :

AN Wallis,Dabell Avenue,Bulwell, Nottingham NG6 8WA

Training committment:

Equivalent of one day allocated per week on University work during normal working hours 5 weeks per year on site at the University of Nottingham

Training Outcome:
Design and development engineer with professional qualifications leading to Chartered Engineer status 

Employer Description:

A.N. Wallis & Co Ltd established in 1946 is a world-leading manufacturer of earthing, lightning protection, exothermic welding, metal oxide varistors (MOV) and surge protection products. We provide expert design services for earthing & lightning systems and carry out electrical, mechanical and environmental testing at our in-house indepentent accredited BSI ISO 17025 Test Laboratory.

Our Head Office is based in the UK, with offices in Dubai, Egypt, Riyadh, Damman, Jeddah, Europe and Asia Pacific , Our products are manufactured in Nottingham and Devon UK and distributed to customers world wide, with many being used on extremely prestigious projects.

Working Hours :
Monday to Friday 7.5 hours per day Hours of work are normally 08:30 to 17:00 with one hour for lunch, including 1 day allocated per week on University work

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Practical skills - mechanical