Process Engineer Apprentice

STROUD METAL CO LTD

GLOUCESTERSHIRE (GL10 3SX)

Closes on Friday 10 July 2026

Posted on 12 February 2026

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Summary

A Process Engineer Apprenticeship combines practical, on-the-job training with academic study to prepare individuals for a career in designing, developing, and improving industrial processes. Apprentices work alongside experienced engineers to learn how to make manufacturing systems more efficient, cost-effective/environmentally friendly.

Wage

£18,000 a year

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pension, Progression based on business requirement in the future, Milestones for pay increases, work wear

Training course
Engineering manufacturing technician (level 4)
Hours
Monday - Thursday, 07:30-16:30. Friday, 07:30-12:30.

39 hours a week

Start date

Tuesday 1 September 2026

Duration

3 years

Positions available

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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

Skills Developed:

  • Process design and improvement
  • Data analysis and problem-solving
  • Understanding of manufacturing technologies and materials
  • Project management and teamwork
  • Communication and technical reporting

Where you'll work

BRUNEL WAY
STROUDWATER BUSINESS PARK
STONEHOUSE
GLOUCESTERSHIRE
GL10 3SX

Training

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

Training provider

GLOUCESTERSHIRE ENGINEERING TRAINING LIMITED

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

A Process Engineer apprenticeship blends hands-on experience in the workplace with formal learning through college or university. The training is structured so apprentices build technical knowledge, practical skills, and professional behaviours step by step.
Most of the training happens in the workplace under the supervision of experienced engineers. Apprentices gradually take on more responsibility as they gain confidence and competence.

Typical workplace training includes:

  • Learning plant operations – understanding how systems, machinery, and production lines work.
  • Shadowing engineers – observing process design, testing, and improvement activities.
  • Assisting with troubleshooting – helping to solve real production problems.
  • Collecting and analysing data – measuring process efficiency, waste, and quality performance.
  • Participating in improvement projects – applying lean and continuous improvement methods.
  • Health, safety, and environmental compliance – learning to identify risks and follow procedures.

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Key Responsibilities:

  • Assisting in the design and optimisation of production processes.
  • Monitoring and analysing system performance and product quality.
  • Supporting troubleshooting and problem-solving activities.
  • Collecting and interpreting technical data to improve efficiency and safety.
  • Learning about automation, instrumentation, and control systems.
  • Ensuring compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards.
  • Helping engineering team with new projects ( APQP / PPAP etc)

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

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

Desirable qualifications

GCSE in:

  • Design & Technology (grade 9 - 4)
  • ICT (grade 9 - 4)
  • Science (grade 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
  • Number skills
  • Analytical skills
  • Team working
  • Initiative

Other requirements

Curiosity and willingness to learn.

About this employer

process engineer apprentice learns to make, repair, and maintain precision tools, jigs, fixtures, dies, and molds used in manufacturing processes. The work requires a high degree of accuracy and technical skill.
day to day duties:
House Keeping,
Machining ( different machines most days),
Reading of Drawings,
Problem solving,
Maintenance,
PPE,
Standards you need to start your jounery as a engineer.

After this apprenticeship

After completion, apprentices can progress into roles such as Process Engineer, Production Engineer, Manufacturing Engineer, or Project Engineer, and continue to chartered status.

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The contact for this apprenticeship is:

GLOUCESTERSHIRE ENGINEERING TRAINING LIMITED

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000009991.

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Closes on Friday 10 July 2026