Summary
AtkinsRéalis is a world-class engineering services and nuclear organisation. Join us, and you’ll be helping to create sustainable solutions that connect people, data and technology to transform the world’s infrastructure and energy systems. We're looking for an Architectural Assistant (Degree) Apprentice to be a part of the future of design.
Wage
£27,976 a year
-33 days annual leave, including bank holidays. You also have the option to buy an additional 15 days or sell up to 5 days -Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) -Two paid annual volunteer days
Training course
Product design and development engineer (degree) (level 6)
Hours
Monday to Friday (flexible timings). Shifts to be confirmed.
40 hours a week
Start date
Monday 7 September 2026
Duration
4 years
Positions available
2
Work
Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.
What you'll do at work
Our apprenticeships are designed to give you an insight into a wide variety of areas of work and the chance to explore where your skills and interests lie. Through a combination of on-the-job learning and practical skills development, you’ll work towards your professional qualification. From day one, you’ll work on real projects that offer scale and variety, collaborating with others and creating a meaningful impact on the world around us.
You’ll be supported by our leaders, technical specialists, your own dedicated mentor and our continuous learning and development framework. Not only will you gain valuable 'on the job' experience and work towards professional qualifications, but you'll also earn a meaningful salary from day one. We’re proud to pay the Real Living Wage for our Level 6 Apprenticeships.
Here’s what your role as an apprentice will involve:
* Developing your skills in a wide range of exciting projects
* Learning and using relevant design software and technology
* Being involved in client meetings and assisting in building key client relationships
* You’ll get to understand and learn digital skills, to help us harness technology in new ways
* Your mentors will support you as you study towards nationally recognised qualifications and accreditation
* You’ll have dedicated time to spend at college or university to focus on your studies
Where you'll work
Acero
1 Concourse Way
Sheffield
S1 2BJ
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
Training provider
THE UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD
Training course
Product design and development engineer (degree) (level 6)
What you'll learn
Course contents
* Translate conceptual ideas or technical requirements into developmental outcomes or operational designs or specifications for products, systems or components to solve engineering challenges such as compliance, technology, technical or physical challenges.
* Select, use and apply approved problem-solving methods to solve complex problems and determine appropriate solutions or actions such as Define, Measure, Analyse, Improve, and Control (DMAIC), Failure Mode Effects Analysis (FMEA) or Plan-Do-Check-Act (PDCA).
* Collate and use a range of data sources and supporting documentation to support projects.
* Interpret and produce technical documentation such as schematic and circuit diagrams, engineering drawings or 3D CAD models, simulation models, project plans, engineering reports, test reports, fault reports or data analytics using company documentation systems and guidelines.
* Observe, record and draw accurate and auditable conclusions from data or developmental or test evidence.
* Manage assigned projects or programmes of work to meet the required specification, taking into account factors such as resource requirements, safety, quality, cost and performance or sustainability criteria. Apply processes for project or programme management including outcomes such as escalation, audit or risk management and risk mitigation.
* Comply with statutory and organisational safety standards and requirements, supporting safety risk assessments and mitigate any risks identified within the design, manufacture, development or test activity.
* Identify resources, such as digital tools or technologies, human, equipment, materials or data, to complete design and development projects or programmes of work.
* Create and manage a project or work programme plan and develop activities in a logical process embedding mechanisms for adapting to changing circumstances or requirements.
* Demonstrate leadership when undertaking product design, development, modification or update engineering activities.
* Identify and rectify faults, inaccuracies, discrepancies or unexpected results during the design or development process, which may impact the quality and reliability of the product, system or component.
* Ensure that all systems or equipment has been correctly configured and checked for safe operation before use.
* Evaluate engineering designs, development or modification options.
* Identify areas for improvement and lead continuous improvement activities in the operation and performance of the product, system or component.
* Complete project documentation checks throughout the activity and report non-conformances.
* Translate conceptual ideas or technical requirements into developmental outcomes or operational designs or specifications for products, systems or components to solve engineering challenges such as compliance, technology, technical or physical challenges.
* Select, use and apply approved problem-solving methods to solve complex problems and determine appropriate solutions or actions such as Define, Measure, Analyse, Improve, and Control (DMAIC), Failure Mode Effects Analysis (FMEA) or Plan-Do-Check-Act (PDCA).
* Collate and use a range of data sources and supporting documentation to support projects.
* Interpret and produce technical documentation such as schematic and circuit diagrams, engineering drawings or 3D CAD models, simulation models, project plans, engineering reports, test reports, fault reports or data analytics using company documentation systems and guidelines.
* Observe, record and draw accurate and auditable conclusions from data or developmental or test evidence.
* Manage assigned projects or programmes of work to meet the required specification, taking into account factors such as resource requirements, safety, quality, cost and performance or sustainability criteria. Apply processes for project or programme management including outcomes such as escalation, audit or risk management and risk mitigation.
* Comply with statutory and organisational safety standards and requirements, supporting safety risk assessments and mitigate any risks identified within the design, manufacture, development or test activity.
* Identify resources, such as digital tools or technologies, human, equipment, materials or data, to complete design and development projects or programmes of work.
* Create and manage a project or work programme plan and develop activities in a logical process embedding mechanisms for adapting to changing circumstances or requirements.
* Demonstrate leadership when undertaking product design, development, modification or update engineering activities.
* Identify and rectify faults, inaccuracies, discrepancies or unexpected results during the design or development process, which may impact the quality and reliability of the product, system or component.
* Ensure that all systems or equipment has been correctly configured and checked for safe operation before use.
* Evaluate engineering designs, development or modification options.
* Identify areas for improvement and lead continuous improvement activities in the operation and performance of the product, system or component.
* Complete project documentation checks throughout the activity and report non-conformances.
Training schedule
Product Design and Development Engineer, Level 6
Requirements
Essential qualifications
GCSE in:
5 GCSEs to include English, Maths and Science (grade C/4 or above)
A Level in:
Maths and Science / Engineering (grade BB (80 UCAS points))
BTEC in:
Engineering (grade DM or above)
Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.
Skills
* Communication skills
* IT skills
* Attention to detail
* Organisation skills
* Problem solving skills
* Presentation skills
* Analytical skills
* Logical
* Team working
* Creative
* Initiative