Job Description
Capula – Level 6 Embedded Electronic Systems Design & Development Engineer Apprenticeship
Location: Orion House, Walton Industrial Estate, Stone, Staffordshire
Training Provider: Staffordshire University
Start Date: September (typical course start)
Hours: Full-time, Monday–Friday (flexitime) – 37.5 hours per week
Wage: Competitive
About Capula
Capula, part of the EDF Group, has over 50 years’ experience delivering mission‑critical industrial control, automation and digital solutions across some of the most complex industries in the UK. We are committed to attracting, developing, and retaining engineers of the future, offering real responsibility, supported learning, and structured career development.
About the Apprenticeship
This Level 6 Degree Apprenticeship is designed for future engineers passionate about electronics, embedded systems, and real‑world innovation.
You’ll study towards a BEng (Hons) Electrical and Electronic Engineering while gaining hands‑on experience in industry, applying your learning to real projects at Capula. [staffs.ac.uk]
Throughout the programme, you’ll explore:
* Electronic circuit theory and engineering maths
* Digital electronics, control systems, and real-time embedded systems
* Microcontrollers, sensors, digital signal processing, and machine‑learning applications
* Circuit design, modelling, CAD systems, and testing methodologies
This programme is ideal if you have a background or strong interest in electrical and electronic engineering.
What You’ll Do at Capula
During your apprenticeship, you will rotate through key areas of our engineering business, including:
* Manufacturing: Practical hands‑on experience building and coding control system components
* Software Design Engineering: Assisting with real software solutions for industrial control systems
* Testing: Hands‑on experience in software inspection, panel testing, and validation
* Quality, Environment, Health & Safety: Gaining awareness of QEH&S standards in engineering delivery
* Hardware Design
You’ll work alongside experienced engineers delivering market‑leading systems for large-scale, business‑critical automation and IT applications.
Academic Learning
You will attend Staffordshire University in structured block sessions or weekly release depending on schedule, with modules such as:
* Applications of Electrical & Electronic Engineering
* Engineering Design & Practice
* Digital Electronics
* Embedded Systems Programming
* Real-Time Embedded Systems & DSP
* Advanced Communications & Power Semiconductors
Each module includes dedicated off‑the‑job training hours, supported by expert academic staff and modern specialist laboratories.
Entry Requirements
* Level 3 qualifications in a STEM subject (A‑levels, BTEC, T‑Level, or equivalent)
* GCSE Maths & English at Grade 4/C or above
* Must already live within 30 minutes of Capula’s Stone office
Why Join Capula?
* Earn a salary while gaining a fully funded degree
* Work on real engineering projects from day one
* Learn from engineers with decades of expertise
* Structured career pathways in engineering, digital and automation
* Support to grow into hardware, software, systems engineering or specialist roles
Apply Now
If you're passionate about engineering, curious about how systems work, and excited to help build the next generation of automation and digital technologies, we want to hear from you.
NOTE TO EMPLOYMENT AGENCIES: We are currently working with only our preferred suppliers.
To apply for this role please send a covering letter and CV quoting job reference to hr@capula.com