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Digital and AI Apprentice Engineer

Kingspan Group · Catapwlt
Location
Cardiff, Wales
Postcode
CF3 2ER
Salary
£26,436.80 per annum
Positions available
1
Degree awarded
Apprenticeship Level 4 – Software Development
Application deadline
18 September 2026
Vacancy reference
7170

About the role

· Assist with the design, development and testing of simple digital tools, scripts and applications. · Learn to write clear, maintainable and secure code, ideally using Python or similar languages. · Support the improvement of tools and processes through testing, feedback and iteration. · Document requirements, changes, testing outcomes and user guidance clearly. Applied AI and Automation · Support the development and testing of practical AI enabled tools and workflow automations. · Help identify business processes where automation or AI could reduce manual effort or improve access to information. · Learn how prompts, structured information and internal data sources affect the quality of AI outputs. · Gather user feedback and help translate it into improvement actions. Integration, Data and Security · Learn how business systems connect through APIs, data flows and integration patterns. Technical Skills · Interest in software development, AI, automation or digital problem solving. · Willingness to learn coding, ideally Python or another relevant language. · Basic understanding of IT systems, data and Microsoft 365 tools. · Awareness of cyber security, data protection and responsible technology use. Experience and Background · Suitable for an apprentice, early career candidate or internal applicant with strong technical curiosity. · Evidence of learning, personal projects, coursework, work experience or practical problem solving is welcome. · Previous experience in IT, data, software, manufacturing or business improvement is helpful but not essential.

Requirements

GCSE (or equivalent) in Maths and English at Grade A*-C / Level 2: GCSE (or equivalent) in an IT subject:

Working week

31-40 hours per week

Skills

Software developmentPython programmingCode writing and maintenanceSecure coding practicesAI development and testingAutomationTesting and feedbackDocumentationAPI integrationData flows and integration patternsCyber security awarenessData protectionMicrosoft 365 toolsProblem solving

Things to consider

If successful, you will initially be invited to assessment at Catapwlt (via Teams to confirm eligibility – please have available proof of ID and any relevant certificates. You will be sent an application via Catapwlt Smart Assessor Digital Platform and it is a mandatory requirement to attend our Apprenticeship Awareness Session.
If this one works out

This role is in Cardiff. If you'd be moving for it, a room in a shared house there typically runs £475–£675 a month.

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