Engineering Technician Apprentice (Rotational)
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 30 Ionawr 2026 |
|---|---|
| Cyflog: | £19,514 bob blwyddyn |
| Gwybodaeth ychwanegol am y cyflog: | £19,514 per annum (rising annually throughout the apprenticeship) |
| Oriau: | Llawn Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 02 Chwefror 2026 |
| Lleoliad: | Rutherford Appleton Laboratory, Harwell Campus, Didcot, OX11 0QX |
| Gweithio o bell: | Ar y safle yn unig |
| Cwmni: | STFC |
| Math o swydd: | Dros dro |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | 1779 |
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Science and Technology Facilities Council (STFC)
Salary: £19,514 per annum (rising annually throughout the apprenticeship)
Contract Type: Fixed-Term, 48 months
Hours: Full-time, 37 hours
Location: Rutherford Appleton Laboratory, Harwell Campus, Didcot, OX11 0QX
Closing Date: 2nd February 2026
Are you passionate about how things work and love solving technical problems? Join us as an Engineering Apprentice and kick-start your future in a dynamic, hands-on role.
Whether you’re fascinated by machines, electronics, design, or innovation, this is your chance to turn passion into profession. You’ll earn while you learn, gain real-world experience on exciting projects, work alongside expert engineers who will mentor and support you and build skills that open doors to a rewarding career in engineering where every day is different.
If you’re ready to build the future—one project at a time, we want to hear from you!
About an Apprenticeship at STFC
We’re looking for enthusiastic and motivated individuals ready to develop their skills through formal training and hands-on experience. As an apprentice, you’ll gain real-world experience, build technical and professional skills, and contribute to cutting-edge research and innovation in a dynamic, supportive environment.
Why join the Engineering Rotational Scheme at STFC?
Earn while you learn with a Level 3 Engineering Maintenance Technician Apprenticeship
Gain hands-on experience in world-class facilities
Work on projects that support cutting-edge science and innovation
Build skills that open doors to a rewarding career in engineering
You will specialise in one of three disciplines: mechanical, electrical or electronic
Whichever path you take, you’ll start with the basics and progress to complex projects that support world-leading science.
Qualifications gained
Level 3 Engineering Maintenance Technician Apprenticeship – Single Discipline
Engineering maintenance technician - single discipline / Skills England
L4 HNC (subject to eligibility criteria)
What you’ll learn:
Safe working practices and engineering regulations
How to set up and operate manual, CNC, and EDM machines
Producing and interpreting technical drawings, CAD files, and procedures
Using engineering methods to identify problems and create solutions
Collaborating with engineers, technicians, and scientists from around the world
Training provider
Oxfordshire Advanced Skills (OAS)
Programme Structure
Year 1: Full-time training at OAS in Culham, rotating through 4–6 week blocks. Supplemented with QuEST modules delivered by STFC staff in collaboration with UKAEA, covering technologies for Quantum, Fusion, and high-tech engineering.
Year 2: On-the-job training at Rutherford Appleton Laboratory (RAL) with rotational placements in your chosen discipline, plus continued OAS blocks.
Years 3–4: Fully embedded in the workplace, applying your skills in real-world engineering environments as you progress toward becoming a qualified Engineering Technician.
What You’ll Be Doing – Day-to-day responsibilities
As a rotating engineering apprentice your main duties/responsibilities will include working under the guidance and support of your team within each placement.
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.
Entry Requirements
The below criteria will be scored during Shortlisting (S), Interview (I) or both (S&I).
We are looking for the following:
5 GCSEs including Maths and English (Grade 4/C or above) (S)
An awareness of basic health and safety (I)
Enthusiastic and motivated to learn, both in the workplace and through formal training (I)
A genuine interest in science, engineering, or technology and the work of STFC (S&I)
An interest in how things work and a willingness to develop technical skills through hands-on experience (S&I)
Enjoys solving problems, thinking things through, and coming up with ideas that work (I)
Passion for technical projects related to this apprenticeship (S&I)
Confident using a computer, especially tools like Word, Excel, and Outlook (S)
How to apply
For more information and to apply, please click on apply within this Advert. 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.
We ask some of the biggest questions in the universe, to answer some of the biggest challenges in the world. Together, our scientists, technologists, engineers and business support team explore the unknown across every field you could think of. And they turn what they find into work that changes the world around us.
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: £19,514 per annum (rising annually throughout the apprenticeship)
Contract Type: Fixed-Term, 48 months
Hours: Full-time, 37 hours
Location: Rutherford Appleton Laboratory, Harwell Campus, Didcot, OX11 0QX
Closing Date: 2nd February 2026
Are you passionate about how things work and love solving technical problems? Join us as an Engineering Apprentice and kick-start your future in a dynamic, hands-on role.
Whether you’re fascinated by machines, electronics, design, or innovation, this is your chance to turn passion into profession. You’ll earn while you learn, gain real-world experience on exciting projects, work alongside expert engineers who will mentor and support you and build skills that open doors to a rewarding career in engineering where every day is different.
If you’re ready to build the future—one project at a time, we want to hear from you!
About an Apprenticeship at STFC
We’re looking for enthusiastic and motivated individuals ready to develop their skills through formal training and hands-on experience. As an apprentice, you’ll gain real-world experience, build technical and professional skills, and contribute to cutting-edge research and innovation in a dynamic, supportive environment.
Why join the Engineering Rotational Scheme at STFC?
Earn while you learn with a Level 3 Engineering Maintenance Technician Apprenticeship
Gain hands-on experience in world-class facilities
Work on projects that support cutting-edge science and innovation
Build skills that open doors to a rewarding career in engineering
You will specialise in one of three disciplines: mechanical, electrical or electronic
Whichever path you take, you’ll start with the basics and progress to complex projects that support world-leading science.
Qualifications gained
Level 3 Engineering Maintenance Technician Apprenticeship – Single Discipline
Engineering maintenance technician - single discipline / Skills England
L4 HNC (subject to eligibility criteria)
What you’ll learn:
Safe working practices and engineering regulations
How to set up and operate manual, CNC, and EDM machines
Producing and interpreting technical drawings, CAD files, and procedures
Using engineering methods to identify problems and create solutions
Collaborating with engineers, technicians, and scientists from around the world
Training provider
Oxfordshire Advanced Skills (OAS)
Programme Structure
Year 1: Full-time training at OAS in Culham, rotating through 4–6 week blocks. Supplemented with QuEST modules delivered by STFC staff in collaboration with UKAEA, covering technologies for Quantum, Fusion, and high-tech engineering.
Year 2: On-the-job training at Rutherford Appleton Laboratory (RAL) with rotational placements in your chosen discipline, plus continued OAS blocks.
Years 3–4: Fully embedded in the workplace, applying your skills in real-world engineering environments as you progress toward becoming a qualified Engineering Technician.
What You’ll Be Doing – Day-to-day responsibilities
As a rotating engineering apprentice your main duties/responsibilities will include working under the guidance and support of your team within each placement.
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.
Entry Requirements
The below criteria will be scored during Shortlisting (S), Interview (I) or both (S&I).
We are looking for the following:
5 GCSEs including Maths and English (Grade 4/C or above) (S)
An awareness of basic health and safety (I)
Enthusiastic and motivated to learn, both in the workplace and through formal training (I)
A genuine interest in science, engineering, or technology and the work of STFC (S&I)
An interest in how things work and a willingness to develop technical skills through hands-on experience (S&I)
Enjoys solving problems, thinking things through, and coming up with ideas that work (I)
Passion for technical projects related to this apprenticeship (S&I)
Confident using a computer, especially tools like Word, Excel, and Outlook (S)
How to apply
For more information and to apply, please click on apply within this Advert. 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.
We ask some of the biggest questions in the universe, to answer some of the biggest challenges in the world. Together, our scientists, technologists, engineers and business support team explore the unknown across every field you could think of. And they turn what they find into work that changes the world around us.
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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