Apprentice Manufacturing Engineer
EBM - PAPST UK LIMITED
Essex (CM2 5EZ)
Closes in 21 days (Saturday 8 August 2026)
Posted on 17 July 2026
Contents
Summary
Ebm-papst Group is a world leading manufacturer and innovator of fans and motors. Seeking a successful candidate to learn and develop the knowledge, skills and behaviours required to attain a degree level qualification in preparation for a full-time occupation as a Manufacturing Engineer.
- Wage
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£16,640 to £26,436.80, depending on your age
National Minimum Wage
- Training course
- Engineering manufacturing technician (level 4)
- Hours
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Monday - Friday in line with the working hours of the department in which the apprentice is placed.
40 hours a week
- Start date
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Monday 7 September 2026
- Duration
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3 years 6 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
Working in all departments across the business you will work on the following tasks and responsibilities:
- Support Design to Manufacture: Assist in bringing design programmes into manufacture, ensuring products are launched on time, cost-effective, and of the right quality
- Occupational behaviour: develop a mindset of health and safety first, adhering to a disciplined and responsible approach to manage, mitigate and avoid risk
- Develop Core Engineering Skills: Gain hands-on experience with various manufacturing techniques, including CAD modelling, CNC machining, and assembly
- Collaborate with Engineers: Work closely with other engineers and managers to manage projects and improve processes
- Gain Practical Experience: Participate in on-the-job training and learning opportunities to develop technical analysis, process improvements, and collaboration skills
Where you'll work
Chelmsford Business Park
Chelmsford
Essex
CM2 5EZ
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
Training provider
COLCHESTER INSTITUTE
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
- The apprentice will be working towards the Level 4 Engineering Manufacturing Technician Apprenticeship Standard (Mechanical Pathway)
- Qualifications include: Level 4 HNC in Engineering or Manufacturing
- College attendance will be at the Colchester Institute - Colchester Campus one day per week during term time
Requirements
Essential qualifications
GCSE in:
A Level in:
Desirable qualifications
GCSE in:
Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.
Skills
- Communication skills
- IT skills
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Problem solving skills
- Number skills
- Analytical skills
- Logical
- Team working
- Non judgemental
- Patience
Other requirements
Whilst the role is primarily based at our offices in Chelmsford, the role may require the apprentice to assist with on-site investigation and repair works. Travel to the parent company factories for product training may also be required.
About this employer
ebm-papst, founded in 1963, is a family-owned engineering company currently active in 51 countries around the globe. Headquartered in Mulfingen, Germany, ebm-papst Group is the world’s leading manufacturer and innovator of fans and motors with 13,000 employees worldwide over 26 production sites, and 51 sales offices. The Group is owned by 3 families and generates revenues of 2.2 billion euros.
As the leading supplier of digital ventilation technology, ebm-papst is a highly respected engineering partner in many industries, known for working to the highest economic and ecological standards. With around 20,000 different products, ebm-papst provide solutions for just about any requirement including refrigeration, household appliances, heating, and air conditioning.
Whether it's air conditioning, data centres, clean rooms, refrigeration, industrial cooling, transport, renewable energy or residential ventilation – you encounter our solutions and products every day, at work or at home. If you don't notice, we've done our job well.
https://www.ebmpapst.com/gb/en/home.html (opens in new tab)
Company benefits
- Private Healthcare (as per company policy)
- Annual leave entitlement (as per company policy)
- Pension scheme (subject to eligibility)
- Wellbeing solutions Employee Assistance Programme
After this apprenticeship
Your earnings can increase over time with an apprenticeship. Find out about potential future pay (opens in new tab).
On successful completion of the apprenticeship, the candidate can progress to a career in production engineering, sales engineering, project engineering, research and development, supervision and management.
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
COLCHESTER INSTITUTE
Colchester Institute - Apprenticeships Team
ci.apprenticeships@colchester.ac.uk
01206712043
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000042341.
Apply now
Closes in 21 days (Saturday 8 August 2026)
After signing in, you’ll apply for this apprenticeship on the company's website.