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Apprentice Mechanical Design Engineer- Manchester

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Johnson Controls

1mo ago

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Off-cycle Internship
  • Engineering
    Design
  • Manchester

AI generated summary

  • You need GCSEs in English and Maths (Grade 5), communication and IT skills, as well as organization and teamwork abilities. A driving license is desirable, and travel may be required.
  • You will learn design concepts, create 2D AutoCAD drawings, assist with fire protection calculations, and support lead engineers on projects while adhering to safety practices.

Requirements

  • GCSE or equivalent English (Grade 5) essential
  • GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade 5) essential
  • Full Driving licence is desirable
  • Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.
  • Communication skills
  • IT skills
  • Organisation skills
  • Team working
  • purpose led
  • customer driven
  • future focused
  • This exciting opportunity may involve traveling so you need to be comfortable traveling to customers sites and staying away occasionally.

Responsibilities

  • An apprenticeship with us will see you building new skills, while applying your knowledge to real-world live projects.
  • You will be required to ensure that you adhere to safe working practices and also be able to take instructions and act upon them in a prompt and professional manner.
  • During this apprenticeship, you will learn essential design concepts for all products and equipment related to our Global Marine and Navy department.
  • You will learn 2D AutoCAD design and engineering drawing concepts.
  • You will gain knowledge on fire protection calculations and system component selection.
  • You will understand fire protection engineering methods and principles related to the International Maritime Organisation and Naval requirements.
  • You will assist lead engineers with fire protection design concepts and calculations.
  • You will work closely with the broader engineering team and assist in project estimation.

FAQs

What is the job title for this apprenticeship?

The job title is Apprentice Mechanical Design Engineer.

Where is the position based?

The position is based in Manchester at Tyco Park, Grimshaw Lane, Newton Heath, Manchester M40 2WL.

What type of projects will I be involved with?

You will be involved with key projects for the Global Marine and Navy business unit.

What qualifications are required for this apprenticeship?

You need GCSE or equivalent English (Grade 5) and Maths (Grade 5) as essential qualifications.

Is there a preference for any additional qualifications?

Yes, a full driving licence is desirable but not essential.

What will I learn during this apprenticeship?

You will learn essential design concepts, 2D AutoCAD design, fire protection calculations, and engineering principles related to the International Maritime Organisation and Naval requirements.

Will I receive any formal qualifications?

Yes, you will gain a level 3 Engineering Design Technician qualification.

How is the training structured?

You will have a day release to train, which will be done remotely.

Are there opportunities for travel in this role?

Yes, this role may involve traveling to customer sites and staying away occasionally.

What salary can I expect as an Apprentice Mechanical Design Engineer?

The salary for this position is £14,920.

What benefits are offered with this apprenticeship?

You will receive a competitive salary, a company pension, 25 days of holiday plus bank holidays, uniform, personal protection equipment, ongoing training, and the opportunity to earn extra with overtime.

What happens after I complete the apprenticeship?

Upon completion, there are many internal opportunities within the company, and many former apprentices have advanced to become lead design engineers.

How will I be contacted if my application is successful?

Suitable candidates will be contacted via email to provide evidence of required certifications, followed by a screening call with a recruiter and an invitation to an assessment centre.

When can I expect to begin the apprenticeship?

If successful, you can expect to begin the apprenticeship with Johnson Controls in the late summer of 2025.

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Johnson Controls

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Mission & Purpose

At Johnson Controls (NYSE:JCI) we transform the environments where people live, work, learn and play. As the global leader in smart, healthy and sustainable buildings, our mission is to reimagine the performance of buildings to serve people, places and the planet. With a history of more than 135 years of innovation, Johnson Controls delivers the blueprint of the future for industries such as healthcare, schools, data centers, airports, stadiums, manufacturing and beyond through its comprehensive digital offering OpenBlue. With a global team of 100,000 experts in more than 150 countries, Johnson Controls offers the world`s largest portfolio of building technology, software as well as service solutions with some of the most trusted names in the industry.