Apprentice Electrical Design Engineer

HERMA UK LTD

Haverhill (CB9 8PR)

Closes in 10 days (Friday 17 October 2025)

Posted on 25 September 2025

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Summary

HERMA UK Ltd is a world leader in the manufacturer of self-adhesive label application systems. In Haverhill they currently have a team of 46, which will grow with there natural growth plans over the next years. They have an exciting opportunity for an apprentice to join the team.

Wage

£14,722.50 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age

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Travel to college will be subsidised by the company. There is a Simple flexitime system in place for extra hours worked.

Training course
Engineering technician (level 3)
Hours
Monday - Friday (8:30 to 16:30), with a half hour lunch break.

37 hours 30 minutes a week

Start date

Monday 27 October 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

This role is ideal for a recent school or college leaver with a passion for engineering and a willingness to learn. As an Apprentice Electrical Design Engineer, you’ll gain hands-on experience and receive full support as you develop your skills in electrical design. We’re looking for someone enthusiastic, with an interest in electrical systems and control panel design. You should be comfortable using computers and open to learning industry-standard software such as EPLAN P8.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Assist in designing electrical, electronic, and pneumatic systems for standard and custom equipment
  • Ensure designs comply with the Machinery Directive
  • Support development of electrical software and hardware
  • Provide technical assistance to Sales, Service, Production, and Spares teams
  • Liaise with suppliers on technical matters
  •  Maintain and update electrical documentation
  • Occasionally travel to our headquarters in Stuttgart for training and product briefings

Where you'll work

Herma Uk Ltd, 5 The Hollands Centre, Hollands Road
Haverhill
CB9 8PR

Training

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

Training provider

WEST SUFFOLK COLLEGE

Training course

Engineering technician (level 3)

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Training schedule

  • The learner will be studying the Engineering Technician Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard qualification
  • Day release to West Suffolk College

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE or equivalent in:

Maths and English (grade 5-9)

Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.

Skills

  • Communication skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Logical
  • IT skills
  • Problem solving skills
  • Initiative
  • Team working

Other requirements

Travel each week to West Suffolk College on day release for 3 years.

About this employer

HERMA UK Ltd is a world leader in the manufacturer of self-adhesive label application systems. We have a worldwide customer base which consists of Blue Chip companies across a broad spectrum of markets, including the Toiletry, Cosmetic, Pharmaceutical and Food industries. HERMA has 2 sites in the UK, Haverhill being part of the machinery division. In Haverhill we currently have a team of 43, which will grow with our natural growth plans over the next years. World wide HERMA has in excess of 1000 employees, with a turn over of around 300 million pounds per year.

After this apprenticeship

Successful Completion of the Engineering Apprentice scheme within HERMA UK Ltd can result in a permanent position within the manufacturing facility. The company has a firm belief of reward through skills, and as an apprentice gains experience and worth to the business will find that their salary will grow along with their experience.

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The contact for this apprenticeship is:

WEST SUFFOLK COLLEGE

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000343891.

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Closes in 10 days (Friday 17 October 2025)

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