Mechanical Engineering Degree Apprentice

Being involved with the engineering & quality team to bring projects from initial idea to market, to improve existing products and to solve problems. Carrying out project research. This will involve researching into the market, i.e. competitor products, patents, mechanical and electrical technologies that can be used in our product development etc. Documenting the project. Creating specifications etc. in line with the company’s New Product Development Process. Designing components and products using SolidWorks, designing for manufacture. Carrying out investigations and root cause analysis both mechanical and electrical. Mechanical and electrical testing of products. Report writing. Keeping up to date with regulations and the industry. Understanding this and communicating this to the rest of the business where necessary. Wind tunnel testing. Involved in the company's ISO 9001 and 14001 systems. Maintaining the system, carrying out audits etc.

Training:

You will complete your training on campus at our University Of Hertfordshire - College Lane Campus, SPECTRA Building, Hatfield AL10 9UW.

Mainly separated from undergraduate students, but some study alongside full-time students in some modules​.

Day release delivery with two block release weeks every semester.

Teaching over Semesters A and B, with online touchpoints in C.

Training Outcome:

Professional chartered mechanical engineers and mechanical engineering graduates are highly sought after around the world. Our graduates have an excellent employment record, illustrating that this degree gives you the flexibility to work in virtually any manufacturing setting, both in the UK and abroad.

Employer Description:
Our Story Airflow developments have a rich history of innovation and growth and to this day have made many products that are unique and efficient. In 1955, from one man's expertise in the fields of fan design and air flow measurement, the Airflow Developments group of companies was founded. Initially based in one factory in High Wycombe the company has since blossomed into a thriving international group. With the search for new opportunities, the Company's ongoing expansion was strengthened by opening subsidiaries in Germany and the Czech Republic, supported by a worldwide sales distribution network. Our story begins more than 60 years ago with one man's dream.

Working Hours :
Monday to Friday between 9am to 5pm.

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,Non judgemental,Good proficiency of Microsoft,Effective time management,Willing to learn new software