Apprentice Mechatronics Engineer
Stormking · Tamworth, B77 4ED
Mechatronics maintenance technician (level 3)
As a Mechatronics Engineer Apprentice at Stormking, you will gain hands-on experience across mechanical, electrical and automated manufacturing systems. Working alongside experienced engineers, you will learn how to maintain, troubleshoot and improve the equipment used within our production environment.
The work
Your key responsibilities will include:
- Supporting the maintenance, repair and servicing of mechanical and electrical production equipment
- Carrying out planned preventative maintenance to help keep machinery operating safely and efficiently
- Assisting with the diagnosis and rectification of mechanical, electrical and automation faults
- Learning to work with sensors, motors, actuators, control systems and PLCs
- Reading and interpreting engineering drawings, electrical schematics and technical documentation
- Supporting the installation, commissioning and modification of new and existing machinery
- Working with the engineering and production teams to identify opportunities to improve machinery reliability and production efficiency
- Assisting with engineering projects and continuous improvement initiatives
- Carrying out routine inspections and safety checks on machinery and equipment
- Recording maintenance activities, faults and repairs accurately
- Following company health and safety procedures and maintaining a safe working environment
- Developing practical engineering skills while working towards your Mechatronics Engineering apprenticeship qualification
- Taking an active role in your learning and development, both on-site and through your apprenticeship training
Training
- This is a Level 3 Mechatronics apprenticeship, delivered over a 30 month period
- The apprentice will attend the training centre, In-Comm Training Services in Aldridge, WS9 8UG, for the first 10 months
Training provider: IN-COMM TRAINING AND BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED
What you come out with
As you gain experience, there may be further opportunities to progress into roles such as:
- Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer
- Mechatronics Engineer
- Automation Engineer
- Electrical or Mechanical Engineer
- Senior Engineer
- Engineering Team Leader
- Engineering Supervisor or Manager
You will continue to develop your skills and knowledge through hands-on experience, further training and additional qualifications.
This is more than an apprenticeship - it is an opportunity to start and develop a long-term career within engineering and manufacturing.
There may also be opportunities to continue your technical education through further qualifications such as an HNC or HND depending on your career ambitions and performance.
As you gain experience and develop your skills, you will have the opportunity to take on greater responsibility, work on more complex engineering projects and build a rewarding long-term career with Stormking.
What they are looking for
- Communication skills
- IT skills
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Problem solving skills
- Administrative skills
- Logical
- Team working
- Initiative
- Patience
Qualifications
- Essential · GCSE English, Maths 9-5
Things to consider
Must be able to travel to the training centre, In-Comm Training Services in Aldridge, WS9 8UG, as well as the company site in Tamworth.
Pay extras and benefits
Company is by accessible bus stops and does have free car parking for staff.
You will be given the option to opt into the company pension scheme which also offers life insurance.
25 days holiday plus bank holidays are given to all staff.
£15,600 a year
The employer
Stormking leads in supplying GRP Products to the UK's construction and house-building sectors. Our unmatched expertise in GRP Products enables custom-made solutions, embodying innovation, quality, and efficiency. Stormking are a part of the Epwin Group. The Group has grown both organically and by acquisition to become the leading manufacturer of energy efficient and low maintenance building products for the Repair, Maintenance and Improvement, social housing and new build markets in the UK. The Group serves the trade, retail, new build and social housing sectors through a nationwide network of merchants, plastics stockists, window, door and conservatory manufacturers and installers. Our products are designed and manufactured in-house to suit the needs of our end-user markets and are sold under established and trusted brands. We have a wide product range to cater for all requirements and are constantly investing and innovating in new processes, products and services.
Workplace
- Amington Way, Tamworth, B77 4ED