Mechanical Engineering Degree Apprenticeship
Join our Cavendish Nuclear business and build a career that truly matters. Over this 4-year programme, you’ll study towards a BEng (Hons) in Professional Engineering (Product Design) while gaining hands-on experience on initiatives that support the safe delivery of nuclear new build and decommissioning projects.
Level: 6
Salary:
Year 1: £22,800
Year 2: £25,993
Year 3: £29,186
Year 4: £32,380
Post-apprenticeship salary: £43,343
Location: Warrington
Application closing date: 18th December 2025
Programme start date: September 2026
As a Mechanical Engineering Apprentice at Cavendish Nuclear, you’ll join a collaborative and experienced team working across all phases of the engineering lifecycle. Whether you’re supporting new build or decommissioning projects, you’ll play a vital role in the UK’s civil nuclear sector helping to deliver national energy resilience, meet net zero commitments, and safely clean up the nuclear legacy.
Your day-to-day activities will include hands-on experience with Computer Aided Design (CAD), 3D modelling, mechanical calculations, and producing engineering documentation to national and international standards. You’ll support operational teams, resolve technical issues, and inform decisions that impact real-world outcomes.
About The Programme
You will study towards the Product Design and Development Engineer (Degree) Apprenticeship standard through the University of Lancashire. Your training will be delivered through a blended learning model that combines in-person and online teaching.
Your education/training
The programme is tailored for engineers involved in product development and integrates key disciplines such as materials science, computer-aided design (CAD), systems integration, and prototyping. It focuses on equipping learners to create fit-for-purpose solutions in regulated environments.
Upon successful completion, you will be awarded a BEng (Hons) in Professional Engineering (Product Design) and a Level 6 Degree Apprenticeship qualification.
Future prospects
By the end of your apprenticeship, you’ll be ready to take on the role of Mechanical Engineer, with a competitive salary exceeding £43,000. You’ll also have the opportunity to build on your progress toward professional registration as an Incorporated Engineer, a recognised benchmark of engineering competence.
What You’ll Need
* A minimum of five GCSEs at grade C/4 or above, including Maths, English and Science, plus one of the following:
o 104 UCAS points from A Levels including Maths and Physics or another STEM subject at grade C
o BTEC Extended Diploma: DMM in Engineering (must include Maths units)
o Access course: 104 points including 15 Level 3 credits in Maths and Physics or STEM at Merit
o International Baccalaureate: 104 points from Higher Level subjects, including Maths and Physics or STEM at HL6
o T Level: Merit in an engineering T-Level discipline
o IELTS: 6.0 overall with no component lower than 5.5
* Many of our graduate programmes are subject to Security Clearance and Trade Control restrictions which mean that your place of birth, nationality, citizenship, or residency you hold or have held may impact which programmes you are eligible for. For this programme, you must be able to achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) and Security Check (SC) clearance.
What You’ll Get
We’ll provide you with a supportive and engaging environment where you can grow your career.
* 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
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