Mechanical Engineering Degree Apprentice Inspection Apprenticeship Location: Stockton (NE) Hours: 40hrs full time At TÜV Rheinland Industrial Services, part of the global TÜV Rheinland group, we believe our people are our greatest asset, and we're committed to helping them reach their full potential. We invest heavily in developing our employees, providing not just the technical knowledge they need but also supporting their personal and professional growth. TÜV Rheinland places a strong emphasis on fostering a diverse workforce, as we believe that unique perspectives and varied experiences are crucial for driving the innovative culture needed to address the complex challenges of tomorrow. Our Apprenticship development scheme is carefully structured to ensure you gain a well-rounded skill set. You will: Develop technical skills and specialist expertise in your particular discipline. Be supported through non-technical training, emphasising personal growth and development of consulting skills. Take on real responsibilities from day one, working on various exciting and impactful projects across different industry sectors. Work as part of a diverse team with opportunities to travel through involvement in international projects. Be actively supported on your journey towards a degree in a relevant engineering field This hands-on experience supported by formal training allows you to rapidly grow, building both your confidence and capability as an engineering consultant. For those ready to take on the challenge of a rewarding career in engineering, TÜV Rheinland Industrial Services offers the perfect environment to grow, innovate, and make a real difference in building a safer and more sustainable future. Role Overview: This is an opportunity to join a highly experienced team of inspection engineers delivering inspection services to client companies across the globe in all industry sectors. You’ll work alongside a senior engineer/consultant on all types of project sizes and complexities, with a particular emphasis on an agile approach to identify new and innovative ways of working. The successful candidate will join our existing apprentice development scheme and aim towards becoming a mechanical engineer within the Inspection team. The successful candidate is expected to work through apprenticeship courses towards a degree in a relevant engineering field. Main Accountabilities - Responsibilities, Tasks & Interactions: Technical contribution Performs basic mechanical engineering and technical safety tasks to generate initial project deliverables cost-effectively and in accordance with contract specifications, quality standards and safety requirements. All deliverables will be reviewed and approved by senior engineers and consultants. Exercises judgment on limited details of work and on application of standard methods. Prepares project documentation within one’s scope of deliverables. Contract management Identifies variation requests to support contract claims issuing. Planning and control Follows work plans and cost estimates in their area of responsibility. Ensures quality deliverables on time and within targeted cost. Risk and opportunity management Supports risk assessments and implementation of resulting actions in their area of responsibility. Documents and handles technical risks according to mitigation guidelines. Customer Clarifies technical queries for customers. Interacts with other staff and contractors within their scope of deliverables. Processes and tools Uses standard processes, software and tools applicable to their area of responsibility. Reports process and tool inefficiencies, along with suggesting ideas for innovation or improvement Requirements - Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills & Experience: Essential Five GCSE’s grades 4 to 9 ( A* to C ), in English, Mathematics, Sciences, or relevant subjects A-Levels in Mathematics and relevant scientific subjects Enthusiastic and self-motivated High personal integrity and a strong focus on personal accountability to deliver effective outcomes Adaptable and able to respond to different situations and personalities Creative problem-solving and keen eye for detail Commitment to personal and professional development Excellent communication skills Able to work outside of local area on occasions Capability to escalate as appropriate Represent and promote TUV’s mission and statement Excellent time management and organizational skills Confident at using IT systems such as Microsoft office Desirable Risk identification, assessment, and escalation Innovative thinking Presentation skills Ability to effectively challenge and influence Clean UK Driving License or working towards achieving a UK driving license Application Details Please apply with your updated CV. The application cut off date is 31st October 2025. Start date: January 2026