Technical Engineering Apprenticeship RICOH UK PRODUCTS LIMITED
An apprenticeship with Ricoh is a fantastic opportunity for you to gain practical, industry experience and achieve qualifications relevant to your chosen career path - all whilst earning a wage!
This apprenticeship requires you to apply through the employer's website.
Apply nowClosing date: 07 Apr 2023
Apprenticeship summary
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Annual wage
£11,736.00
Salary has the potential to grow as you gain more experience
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Working week
Working hours: 8:15am - 5:00pm (Monday to Thursday) and 8:15am -12:15pm (Friday)
Total hours per week: 37.0
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Expected duration
4 Years
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Possible start date
04 Sep 2023
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Date posted
7 days ago
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Apprenticeship level
Advanced
Level 3 (A level) -
Reference number
VAC1000145436
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Positions
2 available
What will the apprentice be doing?
- Our Technical Engineering apprenticeship encompasses mechanical, electrical/electronic and design engineering, which will help you to learn skills including:-
- Lean manufacturing and production engineering;
- Mechanical and electrical design of digital systems to help support onsite operations;
- Solve design challenges faced by our partners to provide customised engineering solutions;
- 2D and 3D design using SolidWorks CAD software;
- Additive Manufacturing - 3D printing;
- Injection moulding;
- Implement modern design printing technologies e.g. inkjet;
- Understand engineering's role in creating a sustainable environment;
- PLC programming and robotics;
- Electronics, PCB design and embedded systems development;
- In Year 1 and Year 2 you will rotate around departments within our state of the art factory to help you gain skills, knowledge & experience. You will learn in a structured, fun and engaging environment from a variety of dedicated mentors (many of which used to be apprentices themselves!). A selection of the above topics will feature in each business area.
- In Year 3 and Year 4 you will then begin to specialise in one of these key areas and complete more focused placements aligned to your area of specialism, your interests and the company need going forward.
- Your college studies will complement your on the job learning.
What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?
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Over the course of your apprenticeship you will work towards achieving your Level 3 Engineering Technician Apprenticeship - including BTEC National Diploma & NVQ Level 3 with the Shrewsbury Colleges Group
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Year 1 & 2 - 3 days at college and 2 days at Ricoh
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Year 3 & 4 - full time on-the-job training at Ricoh
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You will also have the opportunity to also advance on to HNC Level 4 and also take part in community projects, team building & the opportunity to participate at World Skills!
What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?
The successful completion of the Apprenticeship framework is not a guarantee of established employment with Ricoh (UK) Products Ltd but we do try to retain successful individuals wherever possible.
Requirements and prospects
Desired skills and personal qualities
Qualifications
About the employer
Employer
RICOH UK PRODUCTS LIMITED
Address
Ricoh Uk Products Ltd
Priorslee
Telford
TF2 9NS
Training
Training provider
SHREWSBURY COLLEGES GROUP
Apprenticeship standard
Engineering technician
Level 3 (A level)
Employer's Application Instructions
This apprenticeship requires you to apply through the employer's website.
Apply nowClosing date: 07 Apr 2023