Industrial Engineer Apprentice

Summary

As an Industrial Engineer Apprentice, you will learn to optimise processes and improve efficiency, contributing to the design and implementation of sustainable solutions that enhance productivity, quality, and safety.

Wage

£23,000 a year

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Performance Bonus Scheme

Training course

Science industry process and plant engineer (degree) (level 6)

Hours

Monday to Friday, working hours TBC

37 hours 30 minutes a week

Possible start date

Monday 8 September

Duration

4 years

Positions available

1

Work

As an apprentice, you’ll work at a company and get hands-on experience. You’ll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff.

What you’ll do at work

Production & Manufacturing Specialisation: Specialise in improving different areas of production and manufacturing at Schneider Electric, focusing on enhancing processes and driving ongoing improvements
Process & Equipment Updates: Update existing production processes, workstations, and equipment to improve efficiency, including both manual and automated systems
New Production Line Design: Help design new production lines and processes that meet safety, quality, and productivity standards
Efficiency & Waste Reduction: Use techniques to make production more efficient and reduce waste
Production Challenges & Solutions: Work with the team to identify production challenges and find quick solutions
Production Capacity Management: Manage production capacity and workloads, ensuring the work is balanced between teams and locations
Time Reduction & Training Materials: Focus on reducing production time, ensuring there’s enough capacity on the production line, and creating training materials for workers
Investment Assessment: Help assess investments to ensure they are cost-effective and meet the business's needs
Efficient Processes: Make sure production processes are efficient both in the plant and at supplier locations
New Process Introduction: Oversee the introduction of new production processes and help ramp up production when needed

Where you’ll work

Cayton Low Road

Eastfield

Scarborough

YO11 3DA

Training

An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.

College or training organisation

ASTON UNIVERSITY

Your training course

Science industry process and plant engineer (degree) (level 6)

Equal to degree

Course contents

Ensure the control, within own area of responsibility, of major accident hazards, health & safety, to statutory, mandatory and environmental standards.
Ensure that targets are met and maintained, within own area of responsibility, whilst complying with defined company procedures and legislative requirements
Prepare for and perform process/plant engineering tasks using the appropriate techniques, procedures and methods
Support the evaluation, submission, planning, installation and commissioning of capital, maintenance and revenue projects to improve process performance
Work autonomously to analyse, interpret and evaluate engineering data, presenting the results and problem solving approach clearly and concisely in written and oral form, using technology where appropriate to assist with and evaluate activies
Apply continuous improvement techniques and support existing manufacturing principles to drive effectiveness and efficiency.
Manage and/or support the introduction of new technologies and practices
Use creative thinking and problem solving to challenge assumptions, innovate, make new proposals and build on existing ideas.
Plan and prioritise process/plant tasks using project planning tools, review and evaluate progress against objectives and investigate alternative scenarios

Your training plan

During your apprenticeship, you will receive two types of training.

On-the-job training will be delivered by Schneider Electric, your employer. You’ll receive training and supervision to help you perform your role. This will include skills and knowledge that are outside of the apprenticeship but necessary for the job. In addition to ‘on-the-job’ training, they will support you in other ways to ensure your success.

Types of support will include:

A comprehensive induction
Mentoring or regular one-to-one guidance
Social enrichment and networking opportunities
Performance reviews
Mental health and wellbeing support
Feedback opportunities

Off-the-job training will be provided by a carefully selected training provider during your normal working hours. You will spend at least 20% of your working hours (approximately 6 hours per week) completing ‘off-the-job’ training. This is protected time and a requirement for apprenticeship delivery. This training will teach you the knowledge, skills, and behaviours outlined in the apprenticeship standard, enabling you to achieve occupational competence.

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

5 GCSEs including Maths, English, and STEM related (grade Grade 4/C or above)

A Level in:

Mathematics and STEM (grade CCC or above)

Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.

Skills

Communication skills
Attention to detail
Organisation skills
Customer care skills
Problem solving skills
Analytical skills
Logical
Team working
Non judgemental

Other requirements

All applicants must have a permanent right to work in the UK, as Schneider Electric is unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role.

About this company

Schneider’s purpose is to create impact by empowering everyone to make the most of their energy and resources, bridging progress with sustainability. At Schneider, we call this Life Is On. Our mission is to be the trusted partner in sustainability and efficiency. As a global leader in industrial technology, Schneider provides integrated solutions that help businesses grow, using digital tools to improve efficiency and create value for our customers. With over 150,000 employees and more than a million partners in over 100 countries, we stay close to our customers and communities. Schneider embraces diversity and inclusion, guided by our purpose of building a sustainable future for all.

Company benefits

28 days annual leave + public holidays. Performance Bonus Scheme. Employee shopping & dining discounts. Flexible working opportunities. Pension scheme. Holiday buy and sell scheme. Various health and wellbeing support options

Disability Confident

A fair proportion of interviews for this apprenticeship will be offered to applicants with a disability or long-term health condition. This includes non-visible disabilities and conditions.

You can choose to be considered for an interview under the Disability Confident scheme. You’ll need to meet the essential requirements to be considered for an interview.

After this apprenticeship

After successful completion of your apprenticeship, you will potentially have the opportunity to move into a permanent position
Your learning doesn't stop there! Learn everyday, to stop learning is to stop growing. We are genuinely curious, never done with learning. With Schneider, there is no such thing as knowing it all or having all the answers. We believe in life-long learning.
Every minute of the day brings a new chance to listen, open up our minds, and widen our horizons. We are never too experienced to learn

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

ASTON UNIVERSITY

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000297338.

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Closes on Friday 28 March 2025

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Company’s application instructions

Candidates will be requested to submit an online application with our provider GetMyFirstJob, all eligible candidates will be invited to a first stage video interview. Successful candidates will then be invited to an Assessment Centre.

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