Apprenticeship - Technical Engineer Level 3
Cummins Ltd
Daventry (NN11 8NU)
Closes in 31 days (Monday 6 April 2026)
Posted on 5 March 2026
Contents
Summary
This role is a developmental position within the business, During the 1st year you will attend MGTS College 5 days a week. After this, you will work 5 days per week, inclusive of 1 day per week for study. On completion, you will obtain a Level 3 BTEC and Level 3 with possible potential of going onto completing a Level 6 Apprenticeship.
- Wage
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Competitive
Competitive wage offered
- Training course
- Engineering and manufacturing support technician (level 3)
- Hours
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During the 1st year of the apprenticeship you will attend MGTS College 5 days a week. After this, you will work 5 days per week, inclusive of 1 day per week for study. The working hours are 37.5 hours per week.
37 hours 15 minutes a week
- Start date
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Monday 17 August 2026
- Duration
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3 years 6 months
- Positions available
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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
Our culture believes in Powering your potential.
We provide global opportunities to develop your career, make your community a better place and work with today’s most innovative thinkers to solve the world’s toughest problems.
We believe in flexibility for you to explore your passions while making an impact through meaningful work within our inclusive workforce. That’s what #LifeAtCummins is all about.
This role is 100% on site.
We are looking for an enthusiastic technical apprentice to join our team in Daventry, UK. During your apprenticeship with us, you will learn how a major global organization operates, gaining the tools and exposure you will need to become an expert in the industry and power your potential!
In this role, you will make an impact in the following ways:
- Actively engage in training sessions and coursework to acquire and enhance technical skills
- Demonstrate a willingness to learn and apply new knowledge to practical tasks and projects
- Provide support in troubleshooting and resolving technical issues, both mechanical and electrical
- Assist in diagnosing problems and implementing effective solutions to ensure the smooth operation of equipment and systems
- Assist in the creation of technical drawings and plans, contributing to the design and development of engineering projects
- Utilise drafting software to produce accurate and detailed schematics and blueprints
- Ensure that all activities adhere to company policies and regulatory safety standards
- Follow established health and safety protocols to create a safe working environment and reduce the risk of accidents
- Collaborate with team members and other departments to facilitate smooth project execution
- Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing to share information, provide updates, and coordinate tasks
- Prepare detailed reports and documentation to track project progress, findings, and outcomes
- Maintain accurate records of activities, ensuring that all work is properly documented and accessible for future reference
To be successful in this role you will need the following:
- Minimum GCSE grade 6 or above in maths, English, and Science, with all other subjects at a grade 4/C or above.
- Engineering experience (e.g., hobbies, building projects, or technical skills mentioned on the CV)
- Examples of good teamwork outside of education. Extracurricular actives such as DoE, or scouts as an example
- A strong interest and mindset towards engineering, suitable for school leavers
Why Cummins:
- As an apprentice at Cummins, you will have the chance to develop your skills and knowledge in a supportive and dynamic environment
- Our program is designed to provide a comprehensive learning experience that prepares you for a successful career in the industry
Where you'll work
Cummins
Royal Oak Way
Daventry
NN11 8NU
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
Training provider
MIDLAND GROUP TRAINING SERVICES LIMITED
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.
Training schedule
- During the 1 st year of the apprenticeship you will attend MGTS College 5 days a week
- After this, you will work 5 days per week, inclusive of 1 day per week for study
Requirements
Essential qualifications
GCSE in:
- all other subjects (grade 4/C or above)
- Maths, English and a Science/Technology subject. (grade 6 or above)
Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.
Skills
- Communication skills
- IT skills
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Problem solving skills
- Presentation skills
- Administrative skills
- Number skills
- Analytical skills
- Logical
- Team working
- Initiative
- Non judgemental
About this employer
Cummins Turbo Technologies is the only manufacturer focused solely on medium- to heavy-duty diesel engine turbo technologies. For more than 60 years, we have delivered innovative, reliable turbocharger solutions for our customers. Our vision for turbocharger solutions, thanks to our rich company heritage derived from our Holset® brand, sets us apart as a technology leader.
Disability Confident
A fair proportion of interviews for this apprenticeship will be offered to applicants with a disability or long-term health condition. This includes non-visible disabilities and conditions.
You can choose to be considered for an interview under the Disability Confident scheme. You’ll need to meet the essential requirements to be considered for an interview.
After this apprenticeship
- Possibility of a potential permanent employment through open vacancies
- Potential of progressing on to a level 6 apprenticeship
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
MIDLAND GROUP TRAINING SERVICES LIMITED
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000019231.
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Closes in 31 days (Monday 6 April 2026)
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