Introduction

Kick-start your engineering career with AEM as a Product Design & Development Engineer Degree Apprentice. Work on cutting-edge electrification technologies, rotate across engineering teams, earn while you learn with Newcastle University, and help develop sustainable engineering solutions for the future.

About the Employer

Advanced Electric Machines (AEM) is a UK-based engineering company at the forefront of sustainable electrification. We design and manufacture innovative electric motor technologies that are helping to accelerate the transition to net zero across a range of industries. Our team combines engineering excellence with cutting-edge research and innovation to develop world-leading solutions. As an apprentice, you'll work alongside experienced engineers on real projects, gain hands-on experience across multiple engineering disciplines, and play a role in shaping the future of sustainable transport and electrification.

What You'll Do

Work alongside experienced engineers on live engineering projects.
Rotate through Design, Development, Manufacturing, Test and Applications Engineering teams.
Support the design and development of innovative electric motor technologies.
Assist with prototype builds, testing and product validation.
Analyse engineering data and help solve technical problems.
Use engineering software and digital design tools.
Participate in design reviews and project meetings.
Support manufacturing and process improvement activities.
Prepare technical documentation and engineering reports.
Apply university learning to real workplace engineering challenges.
Work safely and follow health, safety and environmental procedures.
Complete apprenticeship learning, maintain records and work towards your degree qualification.

Training Outcome

On successful completion of the apprenticeship, you will have the opportunity to progress into a permanent engineering role within Advanced Electric Machines. You'll be equipped with the knowledge, skills and experience to build a career in product design and development, electrification technologies and sustainable engineering, with opportunities to further develop your technical expertise and take on increasing levels of responsibility.

Skills Required

Communication skills
IT skills
Attention to detail
Organisation skills
Problem solving skills
Number skills
Analytical skills
Logical
Team working
Creative
Initiative
Non judgemental

Qualifications

Essential - GCSE - English - 4/C
Essential - GCSE - Maths - 4/C
Essential - GCSE - STEM Subject - 4/C
Desired - A Level - STEM Subject - 112 UCAS Points or equivalent
Desired - T Level - STEM - 112 UCAS Points or equivalent
Desired - BTEC - STEM Subject - 112 UCAS Points or equivalent
Essential - A Levels/T Levels/BTEC - STEM Subject - 112 UCAS Points or equivalent

Course Information

Course: Product design and development engineer (degree) (level 6)

Level: 6

Route: Engineering and manufacturing

Apprenticeship Level: Degree

Working Arrangements

Working Week: Monday to Friday. Normal working hours will be agreed with the successful candidate in line with business needs. One day per week (Fridays) will be spent at Newcastle University as part of the apprenticeship programme

Expected Duration: 4 Years

Training Provider: UNIVERSITY OF NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE

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