Design Engineer Apprentice

Company:

Schneider Electric

Schneider’s purpose is to create impact by empowering everyone to make the most of their energy and resources, bridging progress with sustainability. At Schneider, they call this Life Is On.

Their mission is to be the trusted partner in sustainability and efficiency. As a global leader in industrial technology, Schneider provides integrated solutions that help businesses grow, using digital tools to improve efficiency and create value for their customers.

With over 150,000 employees and more than a million partners in over 100 countries, they stay close to their customers and communities. Schneider embraces diversity and inclusion, guided by their purpose of building a sustainable future for all.

Schneider Electric are looking to recruit a candidate as design engineer apprentice, under the Level 4 Engineering Manufacturing Technician Apprenticeship pathway.

The role of a Design Engineer Apprentice is to play a key part in the technical advancement of Schneider Electric's products, developing new concept designs to ensure they meet the requirements of their customers.

Website: https://www.se.com/uk/en/

Job Description:

Day to day duties will include:

To complete a programme of 'on-the-job' training in a workshop, technical and commercial. Broad based knowledge of the business, systems and processes
To embrace and play a pro-active role in SPS systems and activities to support improvement projects
Play an active role in maintaining appropriate 5 S standards which involve; improved health and safety, quality, working environment and site appearance
Work in a safe manner, showing due regard for own and others safety in line with Schneider Electric policies
Adherence to Schneider Electric processes and procedures in all aspects of work
To assist in the training and development of others as appropriate
To provide instruction and advice commensurate with training completed
To communicate and liaise with other functions by working as a team.

Key Responsibilities:

Product Performance: Ensure product performance meets standards and help improve the reliability of products in the plant.
Product Design & Documentation: Create and update product designs, drawings, and bills of materials (lists of required parts) according to technical specifications, using tools such as SAP, CREO, and AutoCAD. Follow relevant design rules, project guidelines, and company processes.
Bills of Materials & Drawings: Develop, modify, and verify bills of materials and drawings for parts and assemblies, ensuring they meet customer requirements and supply chain needs.
Design Testing & Validation: Assist in testing and validating designs and prototypes in the lab, analysing results, and participating in customer Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT). Provide technical solutions for any issues and share reports with the internal team (with support if needed).
Collaboration & Documentation: Collaborate with commercial and contract teams to review and clarify specifications, propose improvements, and update design documentation. Create documents like operation manuals, instructions, and commissioning guides.

Qualifications Required:

To be eligible for this apprenticeship, you must have:

A minimum of 5 GCSEs (or equivalent), at Grade C/4 or above, including Maths (higher paper), English, and a science-related subject.
Achieved either a Level 3 Apprenticeship in Engineering or a minimum of 90 credits in a Level 3 BTEC or an equivalent technical qualification.
A demonstrable interest in engineering.

Personal Qualities:

Essential

Demonstrable interest in an engineering discipline.
Ability to work efficiently and accurately.
Ability to work as a team member and possess good interpersonal, communication, and literacy skills.
Ability to work with efficiency and accuracy, and meet deadlines.
High level of flexibility and dependability.
Highly motivated, with a desire to learn and a good record of attendance.

Skills Required:

Good IT skills (familiar with Microsoft Office or equivalent software)
Ability to work efficiently and accurately
Aptitude for practical science or engineering skills
Good team work skills
Good communication and literacy skills
The ability to work efficiently and accurately
The ability to meet deadlines.

Qualifications Gained(upon completion):

Level 4 Engineering Manufacturing Technician Apprenticeship Standard.

Important Details:

Reference:

SCHNEIDERDESIGNENG

Sector:

Engineering Manufacturing

Location:

Scarborough, YO11 3DA

Wage:

£21,000 per annum starting wage

Weekly Hours:

Monday - Thursday (7:55am - 16:25pm) Friday (7:55am - 13:25pm)

Closing Dates:

31/05/2025

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