Degree Apprenticeship – Electrical Engineer

Type: Apprentice
Location: County Durham (DL1 4PW)

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

Our culture believes in powering your potential. We provide global opportunities to develop your career, make your community a better place and work with today’s most innovative thinkers to solve the world’s toughest problems. We believe in flexibility for you to explore your passions while making an impact through meaningful work within our inclusive workforce. That’s what #lifeatcummins is all about.
 
We are looking for an enthusiastic electrical engineer degree apprentice to join our team, specialising in electrical engineering for our European technical organisation in Darlington. During your apprenticeship with us, you will learn how a major global organisation operates, gaining the tools and exposure you will need to become an expert in the industry and power your potential!

In this role, you will make an impact in the following ways:  

• Understanding existing electrical systems to allow detailed fault finding and troubleshooting
• In-depth electrical knowledge to allow design of new circuits and systems
• Understanding of PLC and logic systems to allow the design of in-house control systems
• Responsible person on site for all electrical safety work
• Project management in undertaking engineering activities
• Producing and working on engineering specifications and briefs, presenting and technical problem solving. 

To be successful in this role you will need the following:

• Minimum of 5 GCSEs at Grades 9 to 4 (Grades A* to C) including Mathematics, English Language and one Science or Engineering subject
• Minimum of 96 UCAS points at Level 3 must include Mathematics. STEM subjects preferred Chemistry, Biology, Physics or Science, but not mandatory
• Other Level 3 STEM qualifications may be considered.
• Vocational equivalents at level 3 or higher will also be considered as equivalent to UCAS points
• Functional Skills Level 2 will also be considered equivalent to GCSE Grade 4 (Grade C). Other equivalent qualifications may be considered
• Self-motivated, thirst for knowledge
• Flexible approach to working whilst being conscientious

Where you’ll work

Darlington Engine Plant,
Yarm Road
Darlington
County Durham
DL1 4PW

Training

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

College or training organisation

TEESSIDE UNIVERSITY

Your training course

Electrical or electronic technical support engineer (degree) (level 6)

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What you’ll learn

Your training plan

Training schedule has yet to be agreed. Details will be made available at a later date.

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

Mathematics, English Language and one Science or E (grade C/4 or above)

Other in:

Mathematics. STEM subjects preferred Science’s (grade Minimum of 96 UCAS points)

Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can
adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.

Skills

• Communication skills
• IT skills
• Attention to detail
• Organisation skills
• Problem solving skills
• Number skills
• Logical
• Team working
• Creative
• Initiative
• Patience

About this company

Cummins Turbo Technologies is the only manufacturer focused solely on medium- to heavy-duty diesel engine turbo technologies. For more than 60 years, we have delivered innovative, reliable turbocharger solutions for our customers. Our vision for turbocharger solutions, thanks to our rich company heritage derived from our Holset® brand, sets us apart as a technology leader.

https://www.cummins.com/ (opens in new tab)

Disability Confident

A fair proportion of interviews for this apprenticeship will be offered to applicants with a disability or long-term health condition.
This includes non-visible disabilities and conditions.

You can choose to be considered for an interview under the Disability Confident scheme.
You’ll need to meet the essential requirements to be considered for an interview.

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