Robot Programmer Engineering Apprenticeship

Summary

Jenks & Cattell Engineering’s apprenticeship programme is being expanded this year because here, we recognise the importance of developing young adult’s skills and providing a training platform to upskill the next generation of engineers and technicians. We have a team of highly talented mentors throughout the business.

Wage

£14,526.20 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age

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Training course

Engineering and manufacturing support technician (level 3)

Hours

Monday - Thursday, 7.30am - 4.00pm and 7.30am - 12 midday on Friday.

37 hours a week

Start date

Monday 1 September 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

Support set up and calibration of robotic systems
Use a combination of hand tools, forklift trucks and lifting equipment
Learn to troubleshoot and maintain robot systems under supervision
Collaborate with engineers & technicians to ensure smooth operation of all automated systems
Document programming changes and issues encountered
Respond promptly to emergency breakdowns or urgent repairs to minimise operational disruptions
Work with external contractors for specialised repairs or inspections
Preparing and using MIG manual & semi-automatic welding equipment
Carry out continuous improvement activities
Participate in training sessions, workshops and certifications as part of apprenticeship
Comply with quality environmental standards procedures and instructions

Where you'll work

Jenks Cattell Engineering Ltd
Neachells Lane Willenhall
Wolverhampton
WV11 3PU

Training

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

College or training organisation

CITY OF WOLVERHAMPTON COLLEGE

Your training course

Engineering and manufacturing support technician (level 3)

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What you'll learn

Course contents

Follow health and safety regulations, standards, and guidance.
Follow procedures in line with environmental and sustainability regulations, standards, and guidance. For example, segregation of resources for reuse, recycling and disposal.
Comply with engineering standards and regulations. For example, British Standards (BS), International Organisation for Standardisation standards (ISO). European Norm (EN).
Analyse engineering and manufacturing data and information to support technical outputs. For example, read and interpret text, data, engineering drawings, work instructions, method statements, operation manuals.
Apply scientific, technical or engineering principles.
Apply problem solving techniques to solutions for identified technical problems.
Organise, plan and prioritise workflow and scheduling of work with stakeholders.
Identify, organise and use resources to complete tasks, considering cost, quality, safety, security and environmental impact.
Produce job specific technical outputs. For example, engineering drawings, quality control management, computer control programming, business improvement, adverse incident reports, technical investigations, equipment appraisals and specifications.
Provide support and guidance for handover of work to stakeholders. For example, checklists, product or process status, access to supporting documents.
Record information - paper based or electronic. For example, energy usage, equipment service records, test results, handover documents, checklists.
Follow standard operating procedures.
Follow manufacturer's instructions. For example, safe instructions for use of products, processes and machinery.
Apply quality assurance and control principles and practices. For example, conduct physical checks, take samples, inspections or tests.
Apply continuous improvement techniques.
Apply team working principles.
Communicate in writing with others for example, stakeholders, colleagues, and managers.
Communicate with others verbally for example, colleagues and stakeholders.
Use information and digital technology. Comply with GDPR and cyber security regulations and policies.
Carry out and record learning and development activities.
Apply equity, diversity and inclusion procedures.
Follow health and safety regulations, standards, and guidance.
Follow procedures in line with environmental and sustainability regulations, standards, and guidance. For example, segregation of resources for reuse, recycling and disposal.
Comply with engineering standards and regulations. For example, British Standards (BS), International Organisation for Standardisation standards (ISO). European Norm (EN).
Analyse engineering and manufacturing data and information to support technical outputs. For example, read and interpret text, data, engineering drawings, work instructions, method statements, operation manuals.
Apply scientific, technical or engineering principles.
Apply problem solving techniques to solutions for identified technical problems.
Organise, plan and prioritise workflow and scheduling of work with stakeholders.
Identify, organise and use resources to complete tasks, considering cost, quality, safety, security and environmental impact.
Produce job specific technical outputs. For example, engineering drawings, quality control management, computer control programming, business improvement, adverse incident reports, technical investigations, equipment appraisals and specifications.
Provide support and guidance for handover of work to stakeholders. For example, checklists, product or process status, access to supporting documents.
Record information - paper based or electronic. For example, energy usage, equipment service records, test results, handover documents, checklists.
Follow standard operating procedures.
Follow manufacturer's instructions. For example, safe instructions for use of products, processes and machinery.
Apply quality assurance and control principles and practices. For example, conduct physical checks, take samples, inspections or tests.
Apply continuous improvement techniques.
Apply team working principles.
Communicate in writing with others for example, stakeholders, colleagues, and managers.
Communicate with others verbally for example, colleagues and stakeholders.
Use information and digital technology. Comply with GDPR and cyber security regulations and policies.
Carry out and record learning and development activities.
Apply equity, diversity and inclusion procedures.

Your training plan

Engineering and Manufacturing Support Technician Level 3 (A level) Apprenticeship Standard

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

English (grade A*-C (4-9))
Maths (grade A*-B (5-9))

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
Attention to detail
Organisation skills
Problem solving skills
Number skills
Analytical skills
Logical
Team working

Other requirements

This is an excellent opportunity to gain experience in programming and running Fanuc controlled robot welders while learning from highly experienced professionals

About this company

Established in 1886, Jenks & Cattell Engineering have the prestige and expertise as one of the most established metalwork engineering companies in the UK. From manufacturing garden tools nearly 150 years ago, to manufacturing headlamp rims for the original 1959 Mini we have built a heritage to be proud of.

After this apprenticeship

Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship there will be an opportunity to become a Robot programmer in the weld cell team

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