Apprentice Applications Engineer

Summary

This role presents a fantastic opportunity for an aspiring apprentice to join our organisation and undertake a Level 3 Apprenticeship gaining invaluable exposure to the operations and roles within the manufacturing industry. Upon completion of the apprenticeship the candidate will take on the role of Applications engineer within the eMobility team.

Wage

£16,000 a year

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Pay will be annually reviewed and progression will be dependent upon satisfactory progress and achievement of key annual milestones of the apprenticeship.

Training course

Engineering technician (level 3)

Hours

Monday - Friday (Flexi).

37 hours 30 minutes a week

Start date

Friday 1 August 2025

Duration

3 years 6 months

Positions available

1

Work

Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.

What you'll do at work

Throughout the apprenticeship and once qualified the successful
candidate will work closely with the account management and
external sales teams to provide technical support and guidance
from first contact to vehicle commissioning supporting the
specification and integration of our electrified air compressor
solutions.

You will be “hands on” and customer focused communicating
directly with internal and external stakeholders as part of the role,
developing strong communication skills supported by technical
knowledge and industry expertise.

Supported by the senior applications engineer, you will use and
develop range of engineering skills such as the ability to analyse
engineering drawings and manufacturing data to identify
solutions for our customers and ensure robust and reliable
operation of our products.

Responsibilities

Gather and analyse customer systems requirements both mechanical and electronic
Support specification of the correct compressor solution and provide technical recommendations to the customer and sales team
Provide technical support and guidance during compressor integration
Support software integration and customer understanding of compressor control
Support ‘customer specific requirements’ and act as the liaison between the customer and internal development team
Support In field technical issues; identifying root causes and taking action to resolve them
Gain practical experience and knowledge of our E-Mobility product range through training and on-the-job learning
Collaborate with senior engineers and other support staff to deliver effective solutions

Where you'll work

Claybrook Drive
Washford Industrial Estate
Redditch
Worcester
B98 0DS

Training

Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.

College or training organisation

WARWICKSHIRE COLLEGE

Your training course

Engineering technician (level 3)

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Your training plan

What qualifications will the apprentice achieve?

Level 2 Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing and Engineering (Foundation Competence)
Level 3 BTEC Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing and Engineering (Foundation Knowledge)
Level 3 Diploma in Advanced Engineering (Developmental Competence/ NVQ). This qualification can be completed at the employer's request for an additional charge.
End Point Assessment

How will the apprentice be assessed?

BTEC will be assessed through a number of assignments for each subject.

Foundation Competence units will consist of training jobs with an assessment job and Underpinning Knowledge questions.

End Point Assessment will consist of a portfolio of evidence, EngTech application and Viva interview.

More training information

Delivery Mode

Two days per week in college for Year 1 & 2
One day per week in Year 3
Year 4 with employer
Warwick Trident College

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

5 GCSEs including English, Maths (grade C/4+)

Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.

Skills

Communication skills
IT skills
Attention to detail
Organisation skills
Number skills
Analytical skills
Team working
Initiative

Other requirements

Site based; Redditch UK Please complete the application form in full, this includes an accurate and detailed list of your qualifications. If you do not live near the employer address, please detail how you plan to travel/commute to the role, considering available transport and journey times. Some international travel required both during the apprenticeship pathway and when in role. Due to the volume of applications WCG receives if you are not selected for an interview, you may not receive a response to your application.

About this company

Gardner Denver is a leading provider of mission-critical flow control and compression equipment and associated parts. Its broad and complete range of compressor, vacuum and blower products and services, along with its application expertise and over 160 years of engineering heritage, allows Gardner Denver to provide differentiated product and service offerings for its customers & specific uses. Gardner Denver Transport Solutions is a leading supplier of pressure and vacuum technology to the transport industry including as a leading supplier of drive critical compressor for vehicle electrification. Our electrification products support the transition of a wide range of vehicles including bus, truck and off-highway applications to zero emissions through innovative product solutions and dedicated customer support.

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Company benefits

See Full Job Description on link attached listing benefits: https://careers.irco.com/job/Redditch-Apprentice-Applications-Engineer-eMobility-B98-0DS/1287142800/

After this apprenticeship

Full time role as Applications Engineer
Opportunities for further sponsored training and education including to degree level
Opportunity to work internationally in a growing team
Opportunities to work across the wider business with significant opportunities for career growth and development

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

WARWICKSHIRE COLLEGE

SARAH ASHMORE

sashmore@warwickshire.ac.uk

07740419319

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000319571.

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Closes on Friday 20 June 2025

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