Engineering
Electrical & Electronic Degree Apprenticeship
Babcock · University of Exeter
Location
Devonport, Plymouth
Postcode
PL2 2BG
Salary
Starting at £27,381, with annual salary increases throughout the apprenticeship programme
Duration
4 years
Positions available
1
Level
Level 6 – Degree
Degree awarded
BEng in Electrical & Electronic Engineering
Start date
1 September 2027
Application deadline
8 December 2026
Vacancy reference
74964
Minimum grades
3 A Levels at ABB or above including Maths, or T Level Distinction in an engineering related subject (Grade C or above in the core component), or BTEC Extended Diploma at grade MMM (Merit, Merit, Merit) in an engineering related subject
Disability Confident
✓ Yes
About the role
Join Babcock as an Electrical and Electronic Engineer Degree Apprentice and work towards a BEng in Electrical & Electronic Engineering while contributing to projects that support national security. Based at Devonport, the largest naval base in Western Europe, you'll join a targeted development programme. Depending on your role, you could join the Facilities Engineering Group, supporting the control systems and assets that underpin Devonport's critical infrastructure, or the Marine Electrical Control & Instrumentation (EC&I) and Mission Systems (MS) Group, working on electrical and control systems across a diverse range of platforms, including ships, submarines and land-based facilities.
Requirements
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. You'll need to be able to work on site at Devonport for a minimum of three days per week and live within a reasonable commuting distance.
Working week
Minimum 3 days per week on site at Devonport; block-release study model with University of Exeter
Skills
electrical systems designfault-findingtechnical investigationspower distributionSCADA systemscontrol and instrumentationmarine engineering systems
Required qualifications
Essential
A Level · Maths · Grade B
Essential
A Level · Any · Grade B
Essential
A Level · Any · Grade B
Desired
T Level · Engineering related · Grade Distinction
Desired
BTEC Extended Diploma · Engineering related · Grade MMM
Training & development
You'll study for a BEng in Electrical & Electronic Engineering degree through the University of Exeter. Delivered through a block-release study model, the degree covers topics including mathematics, mechanics, electronics, and engineering design. Alongside your studies, you'll complete placements across engineering teams at Devonport, applying your learning to real projects while benefiting from dedicated technical training, mentoring and support from experienced engineers.
Additional training
You'll be automatically enrolled onto the Apprentice Development Programme. Through a series of digital and face to face sessions, presented by wellbeing and performance experts and external partners, you will be equipped with the knowledge and tools needed to thrive and perform at your best. You'll also have the chance to get involved in STEM outreach activities and volunteering opportunities.
Future prospects
By the end of your apprenticeship, you'll be equipped with the skills, knowledge and experience needed to progress into an Electrical and Electronic Engineer, Electrical Design Engineer or Electrical Power Systems Engineer role at Devonport. You'll also have the opportunity to build on your 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
About Babcock
Babcock is a global organisation providing countless opportunities to enhance skills and advance careers. They support national security through engineering and technical projects.