Apprentice Product Design & Development Engineer
ADVANCED ELECTRIC MACHINES LTD
WASHINGTON (NE38 8BG)
Closes in 12 days (Monday 3 August 2026 at 11:59pm)
Posted on 21 July 2026
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Summary
Kick-start your engineering career with AEM as a Product Design & Development Engineer Degree Apprentice. Work on cutting-edge electrification technologies, rotate across engineering teams, earn while you learn with Newcastle University, and help develop sustainable engineering solutions for the future.
- Wage
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Competitive
Competitive wage offered
- Training course
- Product design and development engineer (degree) (level 6)
- Hours
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Monday to Friday. Normal working hours will be agreed with the successful candidate in line with business needs.
One day per week (Fridays) will be spent at Newcastle University as part of the apprenticeship programme
37 hours 30 minutes a week
- Start date
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Tuesday 1 September 2026
- Duration
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4 years
- 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
- Work alongside experienced engineers on live engineering projects.
- Rotate through Design, Development, Manufacturing, Test and Applications Engineering teams.
- Support the design and development of innovative electric motor technologies.
- Assist with prototype builds, testing and product validation.
- Analyse engineering data and help solve technical problems.
- Use engineering software and digital design tools.
- Participate in design reviews and project meetings.
- Support manufacturing and process improvement activities.
- Prepare technical documentation and engineering reports.
- Apply university learning to real workplace engineering challenges.
- Work safely and follow health, safety and environmental procedures.
- Complete apprenticeship learning, maintain records and work towards your degree qualification.
Where you'll work
11 TEAL FARM WAY
WASHINGTON
NE38 8BG
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
Training provider
UNIVERSITY OF NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE
Training course
Product design and development engineer (degree) (level 6)
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What you'll learn
Course contents
- Translate conceptual ideas or technical requirements into developmental outcomes or operational designs or specifications for products, systems or components to solve engineering challenges such as compliance, technology, technical or physical challenges.
- Select, use and apply approved problem-solving methods to solve complex problems and determine appropriate solutions or actions such as Define, Measure, Analyse, Improve, and Control (DMAIC), Failure Mode Effects Analysis (FMEA) or Plan-Do-Check-Act (PDCA).
- Collate and use a range of data sources and supporting documentation to support projects.
- Interpret and produce technical documentation such as schematic and circuit diagrams, engineering drawings or 3D CAD models, simulation models, project plans, engineering reports, test reports, fault reports or data analytics using company documentation systems and guidelines.
- Observe, record and draw accurate and auditable conclusions from data or developmental or test evidence.
- Manage assigned projects or programmes of work to meet the required specification, taking into account factors such as resource requirements, safety, quality, cost and performance or sustainability criteria. Apply processes for project or programme management including outcomes such as escalation, audit or risk management and risk mitigation.
- Comply with statutory and organisational safety standards and requirements, supporting safety risk assessments and mitigate any risks identified within the design, manufacture, development or test activity.
- Identify resources, such as digital tools or technologies, human, equipment, materials or data, to complete design and development projects or programmes of work.
- Create and manage a project or work programme plan and develop activities in a logical process embedding mechanisms for adapting to changing circumstances or requirements.
- Demonstrate leadership when undertaking product design, development, modification or update engineering activities.
- Identify and rectify faults, inaccuracies, discrepancies or unexpected results during the design or development process, which may impact the quality and reliability of the product, system or component.
- Ensure that all systems or equipment has been correctly configured and checked for safe operation before use.
- Evaluate engineering designs, development or modification options.
- Identify areas for improvement and lead continuous improvement activities in the operation and performance of the product, system or component.
- Complete project documentation checks throughout the activity and report non-conformances.
- Translate conceptual ideas or technical requirements into developmental outcomes or operational designs or specifications for products, systems or components to solve engineering challenges such as compliance, technology, technical or physical challenges.
- Select, use and apply approved problem-solving methods to solve complex problems and determine appropriate solutions or actions such as Define, Measure, Analyse, Improve, and Control (DMAIC), Failure Mode Effects Analysis (FMEA) or Plan-Do-Check-Act (PDCA).
- Collate and use a range of data sources and supporting documentation to support projects.
- Interpret and produce technical documentation such as schematic and circuit diagrams, engineering drawings or 3D CAD models, simulation models, project plans, engineering reports, test reports, fault reports or data analytics using company documentation systems and guidelines.
- Observe, record and draw accurate and auditable conclusions from data or developmental or test evidence.
- Manage assigned projects or programmes of work to meet the required specification, taking into account factors such as resource requirements, safety, quality, cost and performance or sustainability criteria. Apply processes for project or programme management including outcomes such as escalation, audit or risk management and risk mitigation.
- Comply with statutory and organisational safety standards and requirements, supporting safety risk assessments and mitigate any risks identified within the design, manufacture, development or test activity.
- Identify resources, such as digital tools or technologies, human, equipment, materials or data, to complete design and development projects or programmes of work.
- Create and manage a project or work programme plan and develop activities in a logical process embedding mechanisms for adapting to changing circumstances or requirements.
- Demonstrate leadership when undertaking product design, development, modification or update engineering activities.
- Identify and rectify faults, inaccuracies, discrepancies or unexpected results during the design or development process, which may impact the quality and reliability of the product, system or component.
- Ensure that all systems or equipment has been correctly configured and checked for safe operation before use.
- Evaluate engineering designs, development or modification options.
- Identify areas for improvement and lead continuous improvement activities in the operation and performance of the product, system or component.
- Complete project documentation checks throughout the activity and report non-conformances.
Training schedule
Training will take place at Advanced Electric Machines (AEM) for four days per week, where you'll gain hands-on experience across a range of engineering disciplines.
You'll attend Newcastle University for one day each week as part of your Level 6 Product Design and Development Engineer Degree Apprenticeship.
More training information
Working location
Advanced Electric Machines Ltd,
Teal House,
10 Teal Farm Way,
Teal Farm Park,
Washington,
NE38 8BG.
Training provider
Newcastle University,
King's Gate,
Newcastle upon Tyne,
NE1 7RU.
Requirements
Essential qualifications
GCSE in:
- English (grade 4/C)
- Maths (grade 4/C)
- STEM Subject (grade 4/C)
A Levels/T Levels/BTEC in:
Desirable qualifications
A Level in:
T Level in:
BTEC 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
- Creative
- Initiative
- Non judgemental
Other requirements
You will be required to comply with all company health, safety and environmental procedures.
You will spend four days each week at AEM and one day each week studying with Newcastle University.
You will be expected to complete all elements of the Level 6 Degree Apprenticeship programme alongside your workplace responsibilities.
You will need to maintain apprenticeship records and participate fully in mentoring and professional development activities.
About this employer
Advanced Electric Machines (AEM) is a UK-based engineering company at the forefront of sustainable electrification. We design and manufacture innovative electric motor technologies that are helping to accelerate the transition to net zero across a range of industries. Our team combines engineering excellence with cutting-edge research and innovation to develop world-leading solutions. As an apprentice, you'll work alongside experienced engineers on real projects, gain hands-on experience across multiple engineering disciplines, and play a role in shaping the future of sustainable transport and electrification.
https://advancedelectricmachines.com/ (opens in new tab)
Company benefits
Fully funded Level 6 Product Design & Development Engineer Degree Apprenticeship. Dedicated mentoring and structured professional development. Supported with Rotational placements across multiple engineering disciplines. Work alongside world-class engineers on real commercial projects.
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, you will have the opportunity to progress into a permanent engineering role within Advanced Electric Machines. You'll be equipped with the knowledge, skills and experience to build a career in product design and development, electrification technologies and sustainable engineering, with opportunities to further develop your technical expertise and take on increasing levels of responsibility.
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
UNIVERSITY OF NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE
Sonia Dutton, Ellie Short, Sam Bainbrodge (x3 total)
apprenticeships@ncl.ac.uk
01912082916
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000043936.
Apply now
Closes in 12 days (Monday 3 August 2026 at 11:59pm)