Mechanical & Electrical Degree Apprentice

Kier Group

Bridgwater (TA6 3JG)

Closes on Wednesday 1 April 2026

Posted on 17 February 2026

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Summary

We're looking for an Electro-Mechanical Degree Apprentice to join our Natural Resources, Infrastructure team working on our prestigious Bridgwater Tidal Barrier project, working towards a Level 6 apprenticeship in Electro-Mechanical Engineering

Wage

£22,000 a year

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Training course
Electro-mechanical engineer (level 6)
Hours
40 hours per week, Monday to Friday. Exact shifts TBC.

40 hours a week

Start date

Monday 7 September 2026

Duration

4 years 11 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 Electro-Mechanical Degree Apprentice you'll have the opportunity to gain practical experience whilst you study towards a BEng in Electro-Mechanical Engineering  with our university partner, Nottingham, all tuition and accommodation fees covered by us.

You'll work closely with the Natural Resources, Infrastructure team to provide design, build and maintenance solutions to protect the UK's essential services and assets.

Your day to day will include:

  • Assisting with the life cycle of design, procurement, installation through to commisioning of MEICA activities
  • Ensuring solutions are compliant with time, cost and quality
  • Assisting with documentation gathering and compliance with standards including CDM regulations 2015
  • Attending university during pre-determined block weeks to attend lectures and meet other students on your course

Where you'll work

Saltlands Avenue
Bridgwater
TA6 3JG

Training

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

Training provider

NOTTINGHAM TRENT UNIVERSITY

Training course

Electro-mechanical engineer (level 6)

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What you'll learn

Course contents
  • Communicate technical information with others at all levels, including technical reports and the use of digital tools.
  • Follow a methodical approach to engineering problem solving.
  • Establish and report engineering design briefs.
  • Produce mechanical and electrical designs / drawings / sketches using Computer Aided Design (CAD) and manual systems.
  • Model real-world mechanical systems efficiently.
  • Select the design solution for a given electro-mechanical engineering application and environment using data to inform their decisions.
  • Integrate electrical and mechanical engineering systems, considering new and emerging technologies.
  • Use appropriate equipment to develop and execute test plans to support electro-mechanical product validation and approval.
  • Design functional electronic systems and circuits from component level.
  • Write and document structured programming code for electro-mechanical systems.
  • Fabricate engineering components and assemblies using specialist manufacturing methods and hand fitting techniques.
  • Assemble, wire, program and test electrical equipment, motors and control systems.
  • Plan, manage and lead engineering projects.
  • Perform risk management for engineering activities.
  • Comply with statutory and organisational safety requirements.
  • Communicate technical information with others at all levels, including technical reports and the use of digital tools.
  • Follow a methodical approach to engineering problem solving.
  • Establish and report engineering design briefs.
  • Produce mechanical and electrical designs / drawings / sketches using Computer Aided Design (CAD) and manual systems.
  • Model real-world mechanical systems efficiently.
  • Select the design solution for a given electro-mechanical engineering application and environment using data to inform their decisions.
  • Integrate electrical and mechanical engineering systems, considering new and emerging technologies.
  • Use appropriate equipment to develop and execute test plans to support electro-mechanical product validation and approval.
  • Design functional electronic systems and circuits from component level.
  • Write and document structured programming code for electro-mechanical systems.
  • Fabricate engineering components and assemblies using specialist manufacturing methods and hand fitting techniques.
  • Assemble, wire, program and test electrical equipment, motors and control systems.
  • Plan, manage and lead engineering projects.
  • Perform risk management for engineering activities.
  • Comply with statutory and organisational safety requirements.

Training schedule

This training schedule has not been finalised. Check with this employer if you’ll need to travel to a college or training location for this apprenticeship.

Requirements

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
  • Problem solving skills
  • Number skills
  • Analytical skills
  • Initiative
  • Patience

Other requirements

  • Driving Licence with access to own vehicle 
  • 5 GCSEs (or equivalent), including Grade 4 or above in English Language and Grade 5 or above in Maths
  • 3 A-levels (or equivalent) with at least a Grade B in A-level Maths and two additional A-levels at Grade B (or equivalent)

About this employer

Did you know Kier has been placed in the government’s top 100 apprentice employers? You can trust us to help shape your future. Kier Group has long believed that we all have the potential to shape our world – and leave a lasting legacy. So bring your talent and ambition to our team and you’ll be given the scope and opportunity to achieve just that - investing in your own future, building your expertise and contributing to a diverse culture that’s helping shape the world of tomorrow.

After this apprenticeship

  • Practical experience: gain valuable hands-on experience in your field
  • Skill improvement: develop technical and professional skills
  • Networking: build professional relationships and expand your network
  • Career insight: gain insights into your chosen industry and potential career paths

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

NOTTINGHAM TRENT UNIVERSITY

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000016147.

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Closes on Wednesday 1 April 2026