Electro-Mechanical Engineering Degree Apprenticeship reference: 1251882801

Embark on a Cutting-Edge Career in Electro-Mechanical Engineering with a Degree Apprenticeship

Are you passionate about solving complex engineering challenges and eager to contribute to the UK's defence technology sector? This 5-year Electro-Mechanical Engineering Degree Apprenticeship offers a unique pathway to gain invaluable practical experience while earning a recognised BEng qualification. If you're driven, analytical, and seeking a career with significant impact, this opportunity in Devonport, Plymouth, could be your ideal launchpad.

Key Advantages for Aspiring Engineers:

• Earn While You Learn: Benefit from a competitive starting salary that increases incrementally over the five years of the programme, reaching over £42,000 per annum upon completion.
• Industry-Leading Qualification: Achieve a BEng in Electro-Mechanical Engineering, a Level 6 qualification, recognised by professional bodies, setting you on par with graduate-level peers.
• Real-World Impact: Play a crucial role in commissioning nuclear submarines, a vital component of the UK's long-term defence strategy. This hands-on experience is both challenging and incredibly rewarding.
• Comprehensive Skill Development: Acquire a robust skill set encompassing electrical and mechanical design, system installation, operation, maintenance, fault diagnosis, and rectification. You'll also develop essential project management skills like drawing, calculations, scheduling, and reporting.
• Diverse Exposure: Undertake a series of placements across the Submarine Commissioning Group, providing a broad understanding of all facets of Electro-Mechanical Engineering.
• Supported Education: Your academic training includes mandatory, four-week immersive sessions at the University of Warwick each year, complemented by extensive on-site learning at Devonport Royal Dockyard.
• Career Progression: Upon successful completion, you'll be positioned to progress towards becoming a Lead Engineer or Design Manager, with a clear pathway for career advancement within the organisation.
• Holistic Development: Be automatically enrolled in an Apprentice Development Programme designed to equip you with essential knowledge and tools for success, covering wellbeing and performance.
• Attractive Benefits: Enjoy a fully funded qualification, personal development training, a generous holiday allowance (minimum 28 days including bank holidays), a competitive pension scheme, employee share options, and flexible benefits such as cycle-to-work schemes.
• Community Engagement: Opportunities to participate in STEM outreach and volunteering activities offer further avenues for personal growth and making a positive societal contribution.

Key Considerations for Your Application:

To ensure you're a strong candidate for this exceptional programme, please review the following requirements:

• Academic Foundation: A minimum of five GCSEs at grade C/4 or above, including Mathematics and English, is essential. Additionally, you'll need one of the following:
  • A-levels: Grade A or above in Mathematics and a Physical Science (Chemistry, Geology, Physics & Astronomy), plus an A in another A-level subject.
  • BTEC Diploma: DDD in a relevant Engineering or Science subject, with a Distinction in Further Engineering Mathematics or Further Mathematics for Construction.
  • Access to HE Diploma: 30 Level 3 Credits at Distinction, including 15 in Mathematics and 15 in another science or technology subject.
  • IB Diploma: A minimum grade of 5 in higher level Mathematics and Physics, and a 4 or above at higher level in Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Design Technology, or Environmental Systems and Societies.
• Security Clearance: Eligibility for this programme is contingent upon obtaining Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) and Security Check (SC) clearance. Please be aware that nationality, citizenship, or residency may impact eligibility due to UK defence sector restrictions. Further details can be found on the GOV.UK website.
• University Acceptance: Successful application and acceptance onto this apprenticeship are dependent on admission to the chosen University provider.
• Application Timing: Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. To maximise your chances, we strongly encourage submitting your application and completing any required online assessments well in advance of the closing date of 18th December 2025, for a September 2026 programme start.

This Electro-Mechanical Engineering Degree Apprenticeship presents a remarkable opportunity to forge a distinguished career in a critical and innovative field. It's an investment in your future, offering a blend of academic excellence, practical application, and significant career potential.