Engineering Manufacturing Technician Apprenticeship - Level 4

ACROVISION LTD

MARKYATE (AL3 8JP)

Closes in 10 days (Thursday 9 July 2026 at 11:59pm)

Posted on 29 June 2026

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Summary

Are you passionate about technology, engineering, and problem-solving? This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing engineering business and develop specialist skills in machine vision and industrial automation while working towards a Level 4 Engineering Manufacturing Technician qualification.

Wage

£15,600 to £24,784.50, depending on your age

National Minimum Wage

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Training course
Engineering manufacturing technician (level 4)
Hours
Monday to Friday - Times TBC.

37 hours 30 minutes a week

Start date

Saturday 1 August 2026

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

As an Apprentice Engineer, you’ll work alongside experienced engineers to build, test, and install advanced inspection and automation systems.

Key duties include:

  • Assisting with assembly of machine vision systems (cameras, lenses, lighting)
  • Supporting testing, system setup, and image data collection
  • Learning to configure and optimise image-processing software
  • Helping troubleshoot engineering and software issues
  • Producing technical documentation (test logs, reports, wiring notes)
  • Gaining exposure to PLCs, robotics, and automation integration
  • Maintaining workshop/lab environments and supporting engineering tasks
  • You’ll apply what you learn in college directly to real engineering projects

Where you'll work

UNIT J1-L
VER HOUSE
55 LONDON ROAD
MARKYATE
AL3 8JP

Training

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

Training provider

OAKLANDS COLLEGE

Training course

Engineering manufacturing technician (level 4)

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What you'll learn

Course contents
  • Read and extract relevant engineering and manufacturing related data and information (such as workplans or project plans, schedules,  drawings, specifications, production data, quality reports, costing data, statistical information) drawing accurate conclusions and making informed decisions.
  • Use project management tools, such as Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, Threats (SWOT), stakeholder matrices, risk mapping, radar chart and summary risk profiles.
  • Use problem solving tools such as Root Cause Analysis (RCA) Process Failure Modes Effects Analysis (PFMEA), Fishbone, Practical Problem Solving (PPS) and Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP).
  • Analyse and interpret data and information in order to generate manufacturing engineering documentation such as Parts Per Million (PPM) quality adherence, cost analysis and test data.
  • Communicate using the appropriate method for the audience such as, formal and informal presentations, written reports, verbal, electronic, social media and incorporating relevant and appropriate data or metrics.
  • Use the approved process and quality compliance procedure to create or amend engineering or manufacturing documentation.
  • Use lean tools and techniques, such as Six Sigma, 8 Wastes, Workplace organisation such as 5S's (sort, set in order, shine, standardise and sustain), Kaizen and Poka-Yoke (Error proofing).
  • Apply documentation control processes and procedures such as format, location, access, authorisation.
  • Use financial planning, recording and review processes and documentation such as departmental budgets, estimating, cost control, cost forecasting, and investment appraisal.
  • Use computer based software systems or packages such as Computer Aided Design (CAD), Data Analytics and Databases.
  • Read and extract relevant engineering and manufacturing related data and information (such as workplans or project plans, schedules,  drawings, specifications, production data, quality reports, costing data, statistical information) drawing accurate conclusions and making informed decisions.
  • Use project management tools, such as Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, Threats (SWOT), stakeholder matrices, risk mapping, radar chart and summary risk profiles.
  • Use problem solving tools such as Root Cause Analysis (RCA) Process Failure Modes Effects Analysis (PFMEA), Fishbone, Practical Problem Solving (PPS) and Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP).
  • Analyse and interpret data and information in order to generate manufacturing engineering documentation such as Parts Per Million (PPM) quality adherence, cost analysis and test data.
  • Communicate using the appropriate method for the audience such as, formal and informal presentations, written reports, verbal, electronic, social media and incorporating relevant and appropriate data or metrics.
  • Use the approved process and quality compliance procedure to create or amend engineering or manufacturing documentation.
  • Use lean tools and techniques, such as Six Sigma, 8 Wastes, Workplace organisation such as 5S's (sort, set in order, shine, standardise and sustain), Kaizen and Poka-Yoke (Error proofing).
  • Apply documentation control processes and procedures such as format, location, access, authorisation.
  • Use financial planning, recording and review processes and documentation such as departmental budgets, estimating, cost control, cost forecasting, and investment appraisal.
  • Use computer based software systems or packages such as Computer Aided Design (CAD), Data Analytics and Databases.

Training schedule

You will complete a Level 4 Engineering Manufacturing Technician Apprenticeship, gaining:

  • Industry-recognised qualification
  • Practical engineering and automation experience
  • Day-release attendance at Oaklands College, Welwyn Garden City
  • Mentorship from experienced engineers

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

  • English (grade Level 4-9)
  • Maths (grade Level 4-9)

Desirable qualifications

BTEC in:

Engineering (grade Pass)

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
  • Creative
  • Initiative

About this employer

Acrovision is a leading UK provider of industrial barcode reading and vision inspection systems, supporting industries such as automotive manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, logistics, and food production. With a dynamic and growing technical team, Acrovision delivers cutting-edge solutions including installation, commissioning, and technical support across a range of high-tech automation systems.

https://acrovision.co.uk/ (opens in new tab)

After this apprenticeship

Your earnings can increase over time with an apprenticeship. Find out about potential future pay (opens in new tab).

As well as a potential full time position within the company, this apprenticeship can lead to roles such as:

  • Application Engineer
  • Automation Engineer
  • Machine Vision Specialist
  • Field Service Engineer

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

OAKLANDS COLLEGE

Will Ellis

will.ellis@oaklands.ac.uk

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000039523.

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Closes in 10 days (Thursday 9 July 2026 at 11:59pm)