Operations & Engineering Apprentice

Introduction

Kickstart your career in engineering with a global leader! You will gain hands-on experience across manufacturing, maintenance, quality control, welding, and machining while building valuable practical skills with dedicated team support.

About the Employer

TT Electronics is a global provider of design-led, engineered electronics for performance-critical applications in aerospace, defence, medical, and industrial sectors. They design and manufacture advanced technology components that serve critical real-world needs.

What You'll Do

As an Engineering Apprentice, you'll be initially responsible for (but not limited to) the following:

• Gaining practical experience across manufacturing and engineering operations
• Safely operating production and engineering equipment
• Understanding quality standards, inspections, and quality control processes
• Carrying out routine cleaning, checks, and preventative maintenance of machinery
• Maintaining accurate production documentation and records
• Contributing continuous improvement ideas to support efficiency and processes
• Supporting warehouse operations, materials, and stock control
• Gaining experience within the calibration laboratory environment
• Developing practical skills in welding and manual machining techniques

You’ll learn side-by-side with experienced colleagues who are passionate about sharing their knowledge, giving you hands-on exposure to a wide range of tasks and a real understanding of how the whole business operates. With dedicated mentoring and support, you’ll build confidence, develop in-demand skills, and lay strong foundations for a long-term career in engineering.

If you’re motivated, eager to learn, and ready to take your first step into engineering with a supportive business, apply now. This opportunity at TT Electronics will be highly sought after, don’t miss your chance to get started.

Training Outcome

Opportunity to progress into a permanent technician role (e.g. Engineering Machinist, Maintenance Engineer, Quality Inspector, Welder) with further opportunities for Higher National Certificates (HNC/HND).

Skills Required

• Communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Organisation skills
• Customer care skills
• Problem solving skills
• Administrative skills
• Analytical skills
• Logical
• Team working
• Initiative
• Ability to prioritise workload
• Be reliable and punctual
• Safety awareness
• Good attitude to work

Qualifications

• Essential - GCSE - Maths & English - A*-C/9-4

Course Information

Course: Engineering operative (level 2)

Level: 2

Route: Engineering and manufacturing

Apprenticeship Level: Intermediate

Working Arrangements

Working Week: Monday – Friday, daytime hours to be confirmed (includes day release for college studies).

Expected Duration: 2 Years

Training Provider: RNN GROUP