Summary
Working within the Resistors Development and Process Engineering teams to help with the design of new products and processes and supporting day-to-day production, troubleshooting issues within manufacturing. In addition to this you will also assist with improving established processes or designs to maximise production efficiency.
Wage
£14,526.20 a year
Training course
Engineering technician (level 3)
Hours
Mon – Thursday 8am – 4.30pm Friday 8-12
37 hours a week
Start date
Monday 27 October 2025
Duration
3 years 6 months
Positions available
1
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
• Day-to-day support of production, troubleshooting issues with product or manufacturing processes. • Supporting the development of new Resistor products. • Developing and optimising processes for new or established products. • Producing technical documentation, such as operating instructions and specifications. • Producing technical reports for test results or process trials. • Development of technical drawings for products and fixtures. • Carrying out testing for engineering trials or the qualification of new designs. • Ensure safe working practices are adhered to when implementing new products, processes or equipment. • Work with other departments to support investigations.
Where you'll work
Welwyn Electronics Park
Bedlington
Northumberland
NE22 7AA
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
Training provider
CITY OF SUNDERLAND COLLEGE
Training course
Engineering technician (level 3)
Training schedule
Northumberland College One day / week at college Four days hands on site
Requirements
Essential qualifications
GCSE or equivalent in:
* English (grade 4-9)
* Maths (grade 4-9)
A Level or equivalent in:
* Maths (grade D or Above)
* Science (grade D or Above)
Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.
Skills
* Administrative skills
* Analytical skills
* Attention to detail
* Communication skills
* Customer care skills
* IT skills (Word, Excel)
* Logical
* Non-judgmental
* Presentation skills
* Problem solving skills
* Team Work
Other requirements
The role will involve working within a manufacturing environment, including within a clean room, wearing full PPE.