Engineering Mechanical Level 3 Apprentice
SOLOHEAT LIMITED
STROUD GLOS (GL5 3JW)
Closes in 15 days (Wednesday 3 September 2025 at 11:59pm)
Posted on 19 August 2025
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Summary
Join a skilled team of time-served engineers in the manufacturing of industrial electrical heating elements. This is a hands-on and varied role that gives you exposure to both traditional and modern engineering techniques.
- Wage
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£14,918.80 a year
- Training course
- Engineering technician (level 3)
- Hours
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Monday - Thursday, 8.00am - 4.30pm and Friday, 8.00am - 2.30pm
38 hours a week
- Start date
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Monday 15 September 2025
- Duration
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3 years 9 months
- Positions available
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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
Your duties will include:
- Foundry work and sheet metal fabrication
- Designing components using 2D CAD software
- Creating detailed 3D models of products
- Producing prototype parts using 3D printing
- Supporting office staff where required
This position is perfect for someone who enjoys practical engineering while also developing CAD and design skills.
You'll work on real products from concept through to production, gaining experience in a unique mix of manufacturing and product development.
Where you'll work
UNIT 2A
LIGHTPILL TRADING ESTATE
BATH ROAD
STROUD GLOS
GL5 3JW
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
Training provider
GLOUCESTERSHIRE COLLEGE
Training course
Engineering technician (level 3)
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Training schedule
Engineering Technician Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard:
- EAL Level 2 Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (Foundation Competence)
- EAL Level 3 Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (Development Competence)
- Technical Support EAL Level 3 Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (Development Knowledge)
Apprentices will attend college for two days per week over two years. Training, assessments and observations will also be completed in the workplace.
Requirements
Essential qualifications
GCSE in:
- English (grade 4)
- Maths (grade 4)
- Science (grade 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
- Initiative
About this employer
Since 1980, Soloheat Electric Heating Element Manufacturers have developed a reputation as a leading manufacturer of cast aluminium heater elements, mica band heaters, ceramic knuckle heaters and cartridge heaters. We are the countries only foundry producing cast aluminium heaters and aluminium bronze industrial electric heating elements. We supply industrial heating elements and ancillary equipment to plastic and rubber producers, machinery manufacturers, medical component manufacturers, food processors and the packaging industry. We also design and supply bespoke industrial electric heating elements to aerospace, automotive, petro-chemical and power generation industries.
https://soloheat.co.uk/ (opens in new tab)
Company benefits
All relevant PPE provided – Footwear, headwear & Overalls).
After this apprenticeship
- Potential position upon completion of the apprenticeship
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
GLOUCESTERSHIRE COLLEGE
GC Employer Training and Apprenticeships
Apprenticeshipvacancies@gloscol.ac.uk
0345 155 2020
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000337973.
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Closes in 15 days (Wednesday 3 September 2025 at 11:59pm)
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