Electro-Mechanical Engineering Degree Apprenticeship
About the role
- You'll begin by working alongside experienced engineers, developing a strong understanding of the Design Engineer role and its application within the naval and defence sector. As your skills and knowledge develop, you'll take on increasing responsibility, contributing directly to projects that support Submarines, Surface Ships, and advanced Communications technologies.
- Throughout the programme, you’ll develop crucial skills in electrical and mechanical design, requirements definition, use of test equipment and hand tools, and more. You’ll gradually take on more responsibility, supported every step of the way by your team and mentor.
- Whether you're problem-solving with colleagues or applying theory to practice, you'll build your skills while contributing to meaningful projects.
Working week
Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm
Skills
Required qualifications
Training & development
As part of your apprenticeship, you will work towards a BEng (Hons) degree in an engineering discipline through an approved university and training provider. The exact delivery model may vary but will include a combination of academic study, structured training and practical workplace experience.
Throughout the programme, you will develop the technical knowledge, professional skills and industry experience needed to succeed in your engineering career. On successful completion of the programme and End-Point Assessment (EPA), you will be well placed to progress into a substantive engineering role within the business.
Upon successful completion of your apprenticeship, you'll have the opportunity to move into a substantive role, typically as an Assistant Engineer or Engineer within one of our engineering disciplines.
Apprentices who complete the programme can expect a competitive starting salary, alongside opportunities to pursue professional registration and chartership, supported by experienced mentors and industry professionals.
As a global organisation, Babcock offers a wide range of opportunities to develop your skills and progress your career. Through our Babcock Role Framework, you'll have visibility of potential career pathways and development opportunities, helping you shape your progression and achieve your long-term career goals.
Company benefits
Fully funded qualification
Personal development training and opportunities
28 days holiday allowance including bank holidays
Competitive pension scheme
Employee share scheme
Flexible benefits
Things to consider
Many of our programmes are subject to Security Clearance and Trade Control restrictions which mean that your place of birth, nationality, citizenship, or residency you hold or have held may impact which programmes you are eligible for. For this programme, you must be able to achieve and maintain Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) and Security Check (SC) security clearance. For further details, visit GOV.UK and search ‘United Kingdom Security Vetting: clearance levels’.
Under applicable national security legislation, this post may only be occupied by a sole UK national. This legal requirement is independent of our recruitment policies, and all eligible applicants will be assessed fairly and without discrimination.
About BABCOCK INTEGRATED TECHNOLOGY LIMITED
Babcock is an international defence, aerospace and security company operating in our focus countries of the UK, Australasia, Canada, France and South Africa, with exports to additional markets with potential to become focus countries. We meet our customers’ key requirements of affordability, availability, and capability by delivering engineering, support and critical systems to defence and civil markets.
This role is in Bristol. If you'd be moving for it, a room in a shared house there typically runs £650–£900 a month.