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Process and Plant Engineer Degree Apprentice
Babcock · Aston University
Location
Devonport, Plymouth
Postcode
PL2 2BG
Salary
Starting at £27,381, with annual salary increases throughout the apprenticeship programme
Duration
5 years
Positions available
1
Level
Level 6 – Degree
Degree awarded
BEng in Professional Engineering (Science Industry Process/Plant Engineer)
Start date
1 September 2027
Application deadline
8 December 2026
Vacancy reference
74967
Minimum grades
GCSEs at grade 4 or above in Maths and English; A Levels at grades CCC or above including a mathematics-based subject and a STEM subject, or equivalent STEM-related BTEC qualifications at grade DMM or above
Disability Confident
✓ Yes
About the role
Join Babcock as a Process and Plant Engineer Degree Apprentice and work towards a BEng in Professional Engineering while contributing to projects that support national security. Based at Devonport, the largest naval base in Western Europe, you'll learn from experienced professionals and gain valuable practical experience. You'll support engineering design and technical assurance activities within a nuclear-regulated environment, completing placements across teams including Design Delivery, Technical and Operational Support, Safety Engineering, Engineering Management, Operations and Maintenance, Reactor Commissioning, and Radioactive Waste Management.
Requirements
You must be able to work on site at Devonport for a minimum of three days per week and live within a reasonable commuting distance. You must be able to achieve and maintain Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS), Security Check (SC) and Naval Nuclear Propulsion Information (NNPI) clearance. Under applicable national security legislation, this post may only be occupied by a sole UK national.
Working week
Hybrid role requiring minimum 3 days per week on site at Devonport; block-release study model at Aston University in Birmingham
Skills
engineering designtechnical assuranceCADengineering calculationsproject managementnuclear process systemsinspections and validations
Required qualifications
Essential
GCSE · Maths · Grade 4
Essential
GCSE · English · Grade 4
Essential
A Level · Mathematics-based subject · Grade C
Essential
A Level · STEM subject · Grade C
Desired
BTEC · STEM-related · Grade DMM
Training & development
Study for a BEng in Professional Engineering (Science Industry Process/Plant Engineer) through Aston University delivered through a block-release study model. The degree covers essentials of professional engineering including mathematics and science, while specialising in process and plant engineering. Topics include computer-aided design, thermo-fluid sciences, engineering management, sustainable engineering and project management. Alongside studies, you'll complete placements across specialist teams at Devonport, applying learning to real projects while benefiting from dedicated technical training, mentoring and support from experienced engineers.
Additional training
Automatically enrolled onto the Apprentice Development Programme, which includes digital and face-to-face sessions presented by wellbeing and performance experts and external partners to equip you with knowledge and tools to thrive and perform at your best.
Future prospects
Upon successful completion, you'll progress into an engineering design delivery or through-life operational support role. You'll have the opportunity to build progress toward professional registration as an Incorporated or Chartered Engineer, which can support your journey into more advanced roles such as Senior Engineer.
Company benefits
Fully funded qualification, personal development training and opportunities, minimum 28 days holiday allowance including bank holidays, competitive pension scheme, employee share scheme, flexible benefits including cycle to work scheme and employee shopping savings portal. Opportunity to get involved in STEM outreach activities and volunteering opportunities.
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. Applications are reviewed in the order they are received, and if there is high level of interest in this programme, applications may close earlier than advertised. Please apply to one programme only.
About Babcock
Babcock is a global organisation providing countless opportunities to enhance skills and advance careers. The company has introduced the Babcock Role Framework which outlines roles, career pathways, and development opportunities with every job mapped to these frameworks.
Website
babcock.jobs