Engineering Technician Apprentice
| Posting date: | 05 September 2025 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 17 September 2025 |
| Location: | Rutherford Appleton Laboratory, Harwell Campus, Didcot, OX11 0QX |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | STFC |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Job reference: | 1391 |
Summary
Science and Technology Facilities Council (STFC)
Salary: £18,900 per annum
Contract Type: Fixed-Term, 4 Years
Hours: Full-time, 37 hours
Location: Rutherford Appleton Laboratory, Harwell Campus, Didcot, OX11 0QX
Closing Date: Wednesday, 17th September 2025
Interview Date: 2nd October and 3rd October 2025
Start Date: October 2025
We are looking to recruit Level 3 Engineering Apprentices to join us in September 2025 at Rutherford Appleton Laboratory on our rotational engineering scheme, which has recently been enhanced to deliver a broad and intensive front loaded up-skill programme to increase the breadth of knowledge.
The successful candidates will follow either a mechanical, electrical or electronic biased programme undertaking placements in our ISIS Neutron and Muon Source, RAL Space, Central Laser Facility and Technology departments.
As part of the Level 3 Mechatronics apprenticeship, apprentices will gain specific skills and knowledge which lend themselves to working in Quantum enabled engineering through the QuEST apprenticeship programme. This gives a broad foundation covering fitting, milling, turning, surface mount soldering, welding, electronics, gas, vacuum, cryogenics, etc., relevant to the Quantum sector.
About an Apprenticeship at STFC
With training and support from experts in their fields, you’ll be enthusiastic about developing your knowledge, skills and behaviours, working towards completing your apprenticeship, gaining appropriate qualifications whilst making a real difference in your role.
If working with innovative technologies on world-leading research isn’t enough, you will develop both professionally and as a critical member of the team in an environment you won’t find anywhere else.
Our dedicated Apprenticeship Team will support you every step of the way, helping you make the most of your opportunities and to achieve the goals you already have – and those you have yet to discover!
We provide an opportunity to really pursue your interests and passion. You’ll have access to additional core skills development, access to a community of apprentices across the site, annual Apprentice awards evenings, a number of active sport and social groups across campus, and potential opportunities for overseas placements.
As a Rotating Engineering Apprentice, your main duties/responsibilities will include:
⚫Complete a prescribed programme of training to be conducted within the Rutherford Appleton Laboratory
⚫Work under the guidance and support of your team within each placement
⚫Work safely and in line with established safety measures in the laboratory on a day-to-day basis
⚫Follow procedures and risk assessments with supervision.
⚫Communicate with staff across STFC and at all levels. You will work as part of a team as well as working on your own.
⚫You will also represent STFC through the contact you have with your training provider
⚫Attend appropriate additional training to support the role and service delivery
Throughout your apprenticeship you will be expected to support scientists from all over the world as they continue to push back the barriers of science.
We are looking for:
⚫Achieved or predicted to achieve 5 passes at Grade C/4 or above including Maths & English (S)
⚫Interest in engineering and the ability to demonstrate a basic level of knowledge and skill (S&I)
⚫Good problem-solving skills (I)
⚫Ability to work independently and as part of a small team (S&I)
⚫Good communication skills (both written and verbal) (S&I)
⚫Self-motivated; willing to undertake the work required with the training provider and in the workplace (I)
⚫Ability to work using own initiative (I)
Application Guidance
Part of our application process involves submitting your CV and a cover letter. Your cover letter should address your suitability for the opportunity based how you meet each essential criteria stated in this advert.
Please note that we hold the right to close this vacancy early if a sufficient number of applications have been received.
We will be in touch after the closing date; however, please reach out on apprenticerecruitment@ukri.org if you have any questions.
What could you achieve with the world-leading facilities and experts of one of Europe’s largest research organisations by your side?
Join us and discover what’s possible!
Salary: £18,900 per annum
Contract Type: Fixed-Term, 4 Years
Hours: Full-time, 37 hours
Location: Rutherford Appleton Laboratory, Harwell Campus, Didcot, OX11 0QX
Closing Date: Wednesday, 17th September 2025
Interview Date: 2nd October and 3rd October 2025
Start Date: October 2025
We are looking to recruit Level 3 Engineering Apprentices to join us in September 2025 at Rutherford Appleton Laboratory on our rotational engineering scheme, which has recently been enhanced to deliver a broad and intensive front loaded up-skill programme to increase the breadth of knowledge.
The successful candidates will follow either a mechanical, electrical or electronic biased programme undertaking placements in our ISIS Neutron and Muon Source, RAL Space, Central Laser Facility and Technology departments.
As part of the Level 3 Mechatronics apprenticeship, apprentices will gain specific skills and knowledge which lend themselves to working in Quantum enabled engineering through the QuEST apprenticeship programme. This gives a broad foundation covering fitting, milling, turning, surface mount soldering, welding, electronics, gas, vacuum, cryogenics, etc., relevant to the Quantum sector.
About an Apprenticeship at STFC
With training and support from experts in their fields, you’ll be enthusiastic about developing your knowledge, skills and behaviours, working towards completing your apprenticeship, gaining appropriate qualifications whilst making a real difference in your role.
If working with innovative technologies on world-leading research isn’t enough, you will develop both professionally and as a critical member of the team in an environment you won’t find anywhere else.
Our dedicated Apprenticeship Team will support you every step of the way, helping you make the most of your opportunities and to achieve the goals you already have – and those you have yet to discover!
We provide an opportunity to really pursue your interests and passion. You’ll have access to additional core skills development, access to a community of apprentices across the site, annual Apprentice awards evenings, a number of active sport and social groups across campus, and potential opportunities for overseas placements.
As a Rotating Engineering Apprentice, your main duties/responsibilities will include:
⚫Complete a prescribed programme of training to be conducted within the Rutherford Appleton Laboratory
⚫Work under the guidance and support of your team within each placement
⚫Work safely and in line with established safety measures in the laboratory on a day-to-day basis
⚫Follow procedures and risk assessments with supervision.
⚫Communicate with staff across STFC and at all levels. You will work as part of a team as well as working on your own.
⚫You will also represent STFC through the contact you have with your training provider
⚫Attend appropriate additional training to support the role and service delivery
Throughout your apprenticeship you will be expected to support scientists from all over the world as they continue to push back the barriers of science.
We are looking for:
⚫Achieved or predicted to achieve 5 passes at Grade C/4 or above including Maths & English (S)
⚫Interest in engineering and the ability to demonstrate a basic level of knowledge and skill (S&I)
⚫Good problem-solving skills (I)
⚫Ability to work independently and as part of a small team (S&I)
⚫Good communication skills (both written and verbal) (S&I)
⚫Self-motivated; willing to undertake the work required with the training provider and in the workplace (I)
⚫Ability to work using own initiative (I)
Application Guidance
Part of our application process involves submitting your CV and a cover letter. Your cover letter should address your suitability for the opportunity based how you meet each essential criteria stated in this advert.
Please note that we hold the right to close this vacancy early if a sufficient number of applications have been received.
We will be in touch after the closing date; however, please reach out on apprenticerecruitment@ukri.org if you have any questions.
What could you achieve with the world-leading facilities and experts of one of Europe’s largest research organisations by your side?
Join us and discover what’s possible!
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