Apprentice Electrical Electronics Engineering Technician

Summary

The Technical Apprenticeship Programme will provide you with the ability to become the best version of yourself, taking your career with full support to the next level. As an Electronics Technician at The University of Manchester you will work in modern workshops and laboratories with state-of-art equipment and highly skilled colleagues.

Wage

£23,414 a year

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Starting salary of £23,414

Training course

Electrical or electronic technical support engineer (degree) (level 6)

Hours

Monday to Friday, 9.00am to 5.00pm (variable times to suit workplace requirements), 1 hour for lunch.

35 hours a week

Start date

Monday 8 September 2025

Duration

5 years

Positions available

3

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

As an apprentice, you will receive detailed instruction, information, and training pivotal to the successful implementation of electronics across busy, dynamic workshops, within the Faculty of Science & Engineering.

Training opportunities include,

Digital and programmable systems
Design and sustainability
Fundamentals of engineering
Signals and systems analysis
Prototype engineering
Power systems and conversion

Plus more, gaining a vast skill set across many areas of specialist electronics engineering.

Day to day duties will include, but not limited to the following:

Calibration of key instrumentation for use in both research and workshops areas
Drawing jobs from the electronic job database
Initial diagnostics, fixes or raising a further repair request
Simple circuit diagrams, drawings and electronic specifications
Writing risk assessments, COSHH (Control of Substances Hazardous to Health) assessments and SOPs (Standard Operating Procedures)
Working alongside highly experienced Electronics Technicians
Maintain equipment through fault finding and resolution
Construct and test prototype electronic equipment
Test safety of electrical/electronic equipment
Develop specialist knowledge and experience to meet the varying needs of researchers, staff and students

Where you'll work

Oxford Road
Manchester
Greater Manchester
M13 9PL

Training

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

College or training organisation

UNIVERSITY OF CENTRAL LANCASHIRE

Your training course

Electrical or electronic technical support engineer (degree) (level 6)

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What you'll learn

Course contents

How to comply with statutory requirements and stringent organisational safety requirements
Producing components using hand fitting techniques
Producing Electrical or Electronic Drawings using a Computer Aided Design (CAD) system
Preparing and using lathes, milling and other general or specialist machines and High Tech equipment
Wiring and testing electrical equipment, assembling and testing electronic circuits
Using computer software packages to assist with engineering activities
Producing engineering project plans
Maintaining and improving electrical equipment and systems
Project management in undertaking engineering activities
Producing and working to engineering specifications and briefs, presenting and technical problem solving
Scheduling and managing engineering activities
Electrical and electronic product manufacturing and testing
Demonstrating technical and commercial management in planning and managing tasks and resources

Your training plan

You will spend a mixture of time working alongside experienced professionals, absorbing their wisdom and applying your learning in real-time situations. Imagine being at the forefront of engineering innovation, where each day brings a new challenge and opportunity to excel.

The programme is a dynamic blend of theoretical knowledge and practical application. Picture yourself mastering the intricacies of designing and troubleshooting electronic circuits, crafting precise CAD drawings for electronic components, and sharpening your skills in microcontroller programming and embedded systems. You'll delve into the art of hand soldering and the precision of surface-mount technology (SMT) assembly, all while gaining an industry-recognised Level 6 Apprenticeship in Electronics Engineering, plus an honours degree.

As you progress, your journey will be peppered with enriching experiences that foster not only technical proficiency but also professional growth. By the end of this programme, you will have a robust portfolio showcasing your expertise, ready to impress in a competitive industry.

More training information

All training undertaken will provide you with the skills, experience, and qualifications to develop professional etiquette and performance in a highly competitive sector.

Your time will be split 1 day per week attending the University of Central Lancashire, to 4 days per week working in our electronic engineering workshops, trained and supported by our specialist technicians.

We will provide you with all the necessary tools, equipment, uniform, and robust training to make this the apprenticeship of your choice.

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

English (grade 4 or equivalent)
Mathematics (grade 4 or equivalent)

A Level in:

Engineering (grade 4 or equivalent)

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
Problem solving skills
Number skills
Logical
Team working
Initiative
Strong work-ethic
Independent working
Desire to progress
Passion for electronics

Other requirements

We are strongly committed to promoting equality, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility and encourage all applicants to apply. Our university is positive about flexible working, blended working arrangements may be considered.

About this company

One of the world’s leading universities built on research and teaching practices, coupled with one of the most respected apprenticeship programmes in the UK. Our programme builds its success’s year-on-year and continues to develop, matching the needs of the university and our community. We are proud of our strong reputation, supporting each of our apprentices with individualised training, specialised projects, and targeted development to build a future career at the cutting edge of technology.

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Company benefits

Generous annual leave plus closures. Pension for you and family. Well-being, counselling, and health support. Learning and development opportunities. Transport loans, Cycle to Work schemes. Workplace nursery. Staff discounts on high street and online.

After this apprenticeship

Upon completion of the apprenticeship in 5 years’ time, you will have a portfolio of key electronic engineering skills and a wealth of varied, relevant experience.

Most apprentices are successful in securing a role with the university or choose to continue their academic studies. Opportunities to progress onto a higher apprenticeships exist for high-performing candidates upon completion of their first apprenticeship with us. Whilst we cannot guarantee a permanent position at the University of Manchester, we endeavour to match apprentices with appropriate vacancies and support them through the entire application process.

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

THE UNIVERSITY OF MANCHESTER

Laura-Jane Williams

apprenticeships@manchester.ac.uk

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000332067.

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Closes on Monday 18 August 2025

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