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Engineering Manufacturing Technician Apprenticeship

NEPTUNE INJECTION LIMITED · OAKLANDS COLLEGE
Location
BESSEMER DRIVE, STEVENAGE
Postcode
SG1 2DL
Salary
£17,264 a year
Duration
3 Years 6 Months
Hours per week
41.5h
Positions available
1
Degree awarded
Engineering manufacturing technician (level 4)
Start date
1 September 2026
Application deadline
30 June 2026
Posted
12 June 2026
Vacancy reference
2000036888

About the role

As part of your role, you will:

  • Manufacture, assemble and maintain high-precision injection mould tools
  • Operate and programme CNC milling and turning machines
  • Work with wire erosion and spark erosion (EDM) technologies
  • Use manual machines including milling machines, lathes and grinders
  • Carry out tool modifications, repairs and fault finding
  • Support CAM programming and machining strategy development
  • Assist with CAD/design processes and engineering drawings
  • Work with hot runner systems, wiring and diagnostics
  • Carry out laser welding and finishing processes
  • Inspect and ensure components meet tight tolerances and quality standards
  • Contribute to continuous improvement and process optimisation
  • Maintain a safe, organised and professional workshop environment

Working week

Monday - Thursday, 08:00 - 17:00 and Friday, 08:00 - 16:00 Optional overtime available.

Skills

Communication skillsIT skillsAttention to detailOrganisation skillsProblem solving skillsPresentation skillsAdministrative skillsNumber skillsAnalytical skillsLogicalTeam workingCreativeInitiative

Required qualifications

Essential
GCSE · English · Grade Level 4-9
Essential
GCSE · Maths · Grade Level 4-9
Desired
A Level · Science · Grade C
Desired
Level 3 Machining Technician · Engineering · Grade Pass

Training & development

Day release training at Oaklands College - Welwyn Garden City Campus

You will complete a Level 4 Engineering Manufacturing Technician Apprenticeship, which may include:

  • Advanced machining principles (CNC & manual)
  • CAD/CAM and engineering design fundamentals
  • Manufacturing processes and materials science
  • Quality assurance and inspection techniques
  • Problem-solving and fault-finding in engineering systems
  • Health, safety, and engineering standards
  • Training will combine on-the-job learning with off-the-job study, potentially leading to a Higher National Certificate (HNC) or equivalent qualification
Future prospects

Upon successful completion, you could progress into roles such as:

  • Advanced Toolmaker / Senior Toolmaker
  • CNC Programmer / Manufacturing Engineer
  • Toolroom Supervisor or Technical Specialist

This apprenticeship provides a strong foundation for a long-term, high-level engineering career.

About NEPTUNE INJECTION LIMITED

At Neptune Injection Ltd, part of Neptune Engineering, we have built a strong reputation for quality, innovation, and flexibility. With over 50 years of combined experience, we are proud to be one of the UK’s leading specialists in injection moulding and mould tooling.

Website
www.neptune-eng.co.uk/