Engineering
Design Engineering Degree Apprentice
Sellafield Ltd
Location
West Cumbria, Warrington, Cheshire
Salary
Competitive
Minimum grades
GCSE Maths and English Grade 4+, Mathematics GCSE at Grade 6 (Grade B) essential or Grade C at A Level Mathematics, 96 UCAS points at A-Level
About the role
As an Engineering Design Degree Apprentice, you will be part of a training programme designed to develop the knowledge, skills and behaviours required to successfully deliver Sellafield Ltd's current and future missions as a Design Engineer. You will learn common elements of engineering such as the application of Maths and Science to engineering design and the fundamentals of computer aided engineering including 3D modelling. Engineering design apprentices will gain specialist technical knowledge in one of the following chosen pathways: Civil & Structural Engineering Design, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering Design.
Requirements
Minimum of 5 GCSEs at Grades 9 to 4 (Grades A* to C) including Mathematics, English Language and 1 Science or Engineering subject. Mathematics GCSE at Grade 6 (Grade B) is essential or Grade C at A Level Mathematics. Minimum of 96 UCAS points at A-Level, T-Level. One STEM subject is required (e.g. Mathematics, Chemistry, Biology, Physics or Science or Engineering). Other Level 3 STEM qualifications may be considered. Vocational equivalents at level 3 or higher will also be considered as equivalent to UCAS points. Candidates will be required to achieve appropriate security and medical clearances.
Skills
STEM knowledgeComputer aided engineering3D modellingEngineering designMathematics and Science applicationProject delivery
Required qualifications
Essential
GCSE · Mathematics · Grade 6
Essential
GCSE · English Language · Grade 4
Essential
GCSE · Science or Engineering · Grade 4
Essential
A Level · STEM · Grade 96 UCAS points
Desired
Degree Apprenticeship · Engineering or Science · Grade Level 5
Training & development
For Cumbria apprentices: Start with a 3-month induction at local training facility. Work placements at Sellafield or satellite offices, with 1-day weekly academic learning off-site at training providers. Some pathways include Practical Engineering Operations training at local off-site facilities. For Risley/Warrington Apprentices: Year 1 - Full-time academic/engineering studies at local training providers. Years 2–5 - Office based, with work placements at Hinton House, Warrington, and day-release academic studies at training providers.
Future prospects
The Degree Apprentice Programme consists of 2 phases: Level 5 ST0380 Nuclear Technician Apprenticeship with Level 5 Foundation Degree/Higher National Diploma (HND) in Engineering or Science aligned to chosen pathway. For candidates with potential to progress further: Level 6 ST0289 Nuclear Scientist and Nuclear Engineer Apprenticeship with Level 6 Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (BEng) or Science (BSc) aligned to chosen pathway, over a further 2-year period.
Things to consider
To succeed in your chosen pathway, you should have a passion for STEM subjects and a desire for a career in the field. After completing a Level 5 Apprenticeship, you can progress to a Level 6 apprenticeship with a tailored degree. You'll work on exciting projects, join a talented community, and help shape Sellafield Ltd's future. Progress will be assessed via government standards, evidence folders, and a final independent review to demonstrate your capabilities.
About Sellafield Ltd
Sellafield Ltd is a pioneering group of highly skilled professionals working together to lead the country's decommissioning and environmental restoration efforts. They are harnessing expertise, bringing together world-class skills and innovative technology to solve complex nuclear, infrastructure, and engineering challenges. From cleaning-up the country's highest nuclear risks and hazards to safeguarding nuclear fuel, materials and waste, their work is nationally important.
Website
www.sellafield.com