Apprenticeship Level 3 - Rail - Bristol/Birmingham

Arup

Bristol, One Centenary Way, Birmingham

Closes in 22 days (Saturday 11 April 2026)

Posted on 20 March 2026

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Summary

We're looking for apprentices that are curious about the built and natural environment and are committed to their personal development. We’ll teach you the skills and knowledge that you need for a rewarding career in design and professional services, where you'll be part of a collaborative team that delivers excellence for clients.

Wage

Competitive

Competitive wage offered

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Training course
Rail engineering technician (level 3)
Hours
Shift to be confirmed.

37 hours 30 minutes a week

Start date

Wednesday 2 September 2026

Duration

3 years

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

  • Railway Engineering design role
  • CAD – 3D modelling
  • CAD - Technical drawing  
  • Digital – Automation, programming 
  • Office-based role using computers for design work, calculations, planning and presenting
  • Opportunities to visit site, be involved in design reviews etc.
  • Working alongside an experienced Technician
  • Potential progression to L6 Apprenticeship 

Where you'll work

You can select which locations you want to apply for in your application on Find an apprenticeship.

This apprenticeship is available in these locations:

  • EQ, Floor 2, 111 Victoria Street, Redcliffe, Bristol, BS1 6AX
  • One Centenary Way, Birmingham, B3 3AY

Training

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

Training provider

SOUTH & CITY COLLEGE BIRMINGHAM

Training course

Rail engineering technician (level 3)

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Training schedule

This training schedule has not been finalised. Check with this employer if you’ll need to travel to a college or training location for this apprenticeship.

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

  • English (grade A-C / 9-4)
  • Maths (grade A-C / 9-4)

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
  • Organisation skills
  • Problem solving skills
  • Analytical skills
  • Logical
  • Team working

About this employer

Arup is a global firm of designers, planners, engineers, consultants and technical experts. We use our skills to make a positive difference in the world. This is a brilliant opportunity to build a creative career designing and delivering exciting work in infrastructure, building design and specialist technical services.

Disability Confident

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

Our apprentices are employed on a permanent basis, so you'll continue to progress with Arup once you've completed your course. 

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

SOUTH & CITY COLLEGE BIRMINGHAM

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000022550.

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Closes in 22 days (Saturday 11 April 2026)

After signing in, you’ll apply for this apprenticeship on the company's website.