Engineering Apprentice

ROBAT LIMITED

Cheshire (SK10 2NZ)

Closes in 12 days (Thursday 31 July 2025)

Posted on 16 July 2025

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Summary

Gaining practical on-the-job experience in the core areas of machining, assembly and fitting. Working with machinery, hand tools and technical equipment to create and assemble components all while developing your skills in a fast-paced, hands-on environment.

Wage

Competitive

Competitive wage offered

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Training course
Engineering technician (level 3)
Hours
Monday to Friday 8.30am to 5pm with time off to complete college work/attend college as required.

40 hours a week

Start date

Saturday 6 September 2025

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

  • Assist in the fitting, assembly, and machining of components to precise specifications.
  • Learn and operate manual lathes and milling machines.
  • Work with engineers and technicians to understand technical drawings and specifications.
  • Maintain a clean, safe, and organised work environment.
  • Ensure quality control standards are adhered to and meet all engineering specifications.
  • Attend training sessions and learn new skills related to engineering and machining.
  • Carry out preventative maintenance on our machines, especially with reference to older models.
  • Contribute to project tasks and support senior engineers in their work.

Where you'll work

Unit 2
Snape Road
Macclesfield
Cheshire
SK10 2NZ

Training

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

Training provider

UNIVERSITY OF DERBY

Training course

Engineering technician (level 3)

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Training schedule

Apprentices will attend the Leek Campus on a weekly basis. They will also be visited in the workplace regularly by their college instructor-mentor, who will complete observations, professional discussions and ensure the apprentice makes good progress with their studies. 

More training information

The company will offer:

  • A supportive learning environment where you can develop and grow in your engineering career.
  • Hands-on experience with cutting-edge technology and equipment.
  • Mentorship and guidance from experienced engineers.

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

  • English (grade 4 or above)
  • Maths (grade 4 or above)

Desirable qualifications

Other in:

Engineering/PEO/Technical (grade Pass 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
  • Attention to detail
  • Organisation skills
  • Problem solving skills
  • Logical
  • Team working
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Ability to follow instruction
  • Willingness to learn
  • A passion for precision work

Other requirements

Please consider how you will get to work each day.

About this employer

RoBAT Ltd is a subsidiary of Mycronic, a global technology leader with a market valuation of approximately £3 billion. Based at our headquarters in Macclesfield, Cheshire, we have a small multi-disciplined, dynamic team designing and manufacturing high-value robotic machines for testing PCBs (printed circuit boards). Most of our sales are to China and the USA, where we operate our own small factories and employ local teams to provide high-quality customer support. RoBAT is firmly established as the leading company in this very specialised and niche marketplace. This is a unique opportunity to be part of a company at the forefront of industrial automation.

After this apprenticeship

There is excellent potential for permanent employment on the successful completion of your apprenticeship. Alongside a chance to work on exciting, varied projects within a leading company. 

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The contact for this apprenticeship is:

UNIVERSITY OF DERBY

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000331949.

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Closes in 12 days (Thursday 31 July 2025)

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