CAD Engineer Apprentice (Level 3)

As an Apprentice with Air Liquide you’ll be fully supported to achieve a nationally recognised engineering qualification by the end of your 4 years at Air Liquide.  You’ll be fully supported by an experienced member of the team, learning all about how we deliver an outstanding service, making you an expert in your field.  We’ll also assign you a buddy and assessor to guide you through your day-to-day tasks.

Daily tasks and duties:

Prepare and amend technical documentation, including P&ID's (Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams) and General Assembly Drawings. Create drawings for production and cylinder filling plants and systems. Develop material specifications for designs. Manage retention and distribution of technical documents. Participate in design reviews and present proposals. Collaborate with design engineers and other departments to gather requirements and provide accurate proposals. Learn about pressure systems, material selection, and process design. Shadow experienced team members and engage in hands-on training. Attend off-the-job training sessions to develop technical and business management skills.

Training:
You will attend James Watt College on a part time basis following a mechatronics pathway. You will obtain the level 3 Engineering Technician Standard qualification on the completion of this apprenticeship. Your study will include a mixture of practical and knowledge development in multiskilled engineering. The programme will also focus on encouraging behavioural development as an Air Liquide employee. This will be 3 day per week in the first year, followed by subsequent day release in the year 2. You will also be developed in the workplace throughout your 4 year apprenticeship working alongside the specialist team at Air Liquide.

After a period of foundation skills and technical knowledge development, all apprentices will be required to achieve the following qualifications:

Level 2 Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (Foundation Competence). Level 3 Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (Development Competence) – Mechatronics Maintenance Technician.

Plus:

Level 3 Diploma or Extended Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (Development Knowledge).

There will be an End Point Assessment (EPA) during the final phase of the Apprenticeship where the apprentice will need to demonstrate to the employer how they have achieved full occupational  competence against, skills, knowledge and behaviours, set out in the Standard. 

On successful completion of the End Point Assessment and employer endorsement phase (final sign off) apprentices will be then be put forward to be awarded their Apprenticeship completion certificate.

Training Outcome:

Continuous employment with Air Liquide within a Service Engineering/Technician role.

Employer Description:
Air Liquide is a global leader in gases, technologies, and services for industry and healthcare. Established in 1902 and headquartered in Paris, France, the company operates in over 70 countries and employs approximately 67,800 people worldwide . In the United Kingdom, Air Liquide has been present since 2004, offering gases, equipment, and services to a variety of sectors including oil and gas, automotive, metal fabrication, chemical, pharmaceutical, agricultural, food and beverage industries, and healthcare . Air Liquide is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace, offering opportunities for career development and growth.

Working Hours :
Monday to Friday. Working hours to be confirmed.

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Determination,Passionate about learning,Receptive to feedback,Industry specific skills