Following several successful graduates from our program in the last few years, we now have a vacancy for an Engineering Technician apprenticeship.
Overview
Kick-start your career as an Engineering Technician with this hands-on apprenticeship! You’ll get stuck into building, fixing, and testing high-voltage electrical kit, all while learning from the experts. Follow real engineering plans, gain skills, and grow into a key team player who helps drive a positive, motivated work environment.
An apprenticeship is a 3.5 year commitment by both yourself and us. You’ll enroll on the Engineering fitter (level 3) training course with Bridgwater & Taunton College which is due to begin on Monday 8 September 2025.
Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience at the following tasks:
* Build, assemble, and test AutoMeg systems
* Calibrate and test high-voltage electrical systems
* Manufacture and test electrical assemblies and sub-assemblies
* Solder control boards and wiring harnesses
* Assemble and crimp complex wiring looms
* Diagnose and repair electrical faults
* Attend customer sites for diagnostics and repairs
* Maintain and report issues with workshop tools
* Ensure tools are calibrated and compliant
* Complete job cards and quality documentation
* Promote health, safety, and environmental awareness
* Maintain training in support roles (e.g. first-aider, fire warden)
* Mentor junior team members and share knowledge
* Follow company policies and procedures
* Keep work areas clean and safe
* Work efficiently and safely at all times
* Wear PPE as required
* Perform other tasks as needed within the role
More details about the role and how the apprenticeship scheme works can be found on the UK Government apprenticeship listing here .
About us
MK Test Systems, based in Wellington, Somerset (near Taunton), designs and manufactures Automated Test Equipment (ATE) for the Aerospace, Rail and Oil & Gas industries. With over 30 years of experience in the testing field and systems deployed with the biggest manufacturers of aircraft and trains throughout the world, we have built a reputation for innovation and success. We won the 2022 Tech South West AeroTech award for our RTS product, and were bought by FTSE-100 business Halma in 2024.
To learn more about life at MK Test Systems, visit our company page.
Salary, location and hours of work
* The role is mainly based at our Wellington, Somerset head office.
* £14, 918.80 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age.
How to apply for the Engineering Technician apprenticeship:
Apply for this role via the UK Government apprenticeship scheme here .
The closing date for this role is 30th June 2025.
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