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Electrification Engineer (Power Conversion) Higher Apprenticeship

by Siemens

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Job Details

Ongoing
£17,000
Higher Level Apprenticeship
Engineering, Electronic and Electrical Engineering
York

Electrification Engineer (Power Conversion) Higher Apprenticeship

About the Apprenticeship

Believe there’s more than one way to secure a successful future? So do we.

We believe our apprenticeship programmes are the best alternative to the traditional study route for ambitious and hard-working students. Especially as you’ll gain a qualification whilst earning a salary as well as the reputation that comes with working for a digital pioneer like Siemens Mobility!

Join us at Siemens Mobility and experience a programme that stands out from the rest. Could this be the exciting next step in your journey towards your career? If yes, then Siemens Mobility is the place for you!

This is your opportunity to understand how our work impacts everyday life across the globe, and you could be at the heart of that work.

From seeing how a line of code evolves into a solution used worldwide, to exploring the breadth and depth of our diverse transport projects, build your skills with us and help create a better # TomorrowWithUs.

Our brand new Assembly Facility at the Rail Village at Goole represents a strong commitment from Siemens Mobility to invest in the East Riding of Yorkshire. You will be part of a large team of electrical and mechanical technicians carrying out the final manufacturing stages on a variety of train and metro systems, the first being the replacement for the London Underground Piccadilly line. You will ensure that safety is a priority as you assemble our state-of-the-art zero emission trains in our purpose-built facility.

This is the first Siemens Mobility rolling stock manufacturing facility in the UK and is expected to undergo a significant period of expansion over the next decade, providing a great deal of growth and career opportunities.

Programme Overview

Whilst on the Apprenticeship you will be following an apprenticeship standard:

ST0316 Rail Engineering Advanced Technician.

The programme structure will be:

  • Block Release (virtual)
  • Whilst working towards a formal qualification, you will also work as part of a team on real life projects within the workplace.

Your Journey

Embark on your journey with us whilst taking part in our fantastic apprentice development programme. We will create a personalised training plan to help you develop the specific skills and knowledge required for your role. By the end of your programme, you will be equipped with the best knowledge and hands-on experience to kickstart your professional career here at Siemens Mobility.

What You'll Do

  • Help to lead digitisation topics in industrial product design and development, including real time low level embedded software, micro controllers, operating systems and processors.
  • Support application and mobile platform development.
  • Work with Digital electronics & programming and scripting using languages such as C, C++, Java, .NET, HTML etc.

Essential Skills and Attributes

We are seeking innovative and inquisitive candidates that demonstrate the following:

  • You will have achieved or be on track to achieve at least 5 GCSEs grade 4 or above including Science and English Language.
  • You will have achieved or be on track to achieve GCSE Maths at grade 5 or above.
  • You will have achieved or be on track to achieve a Level 3 Engineering Qualification.
  • Alternatively, candidates must have achieved or be on track to achieve 3x A-Levels in suitable subjects (such as Maths & Physics).
  • Logical thinking, willingness to self-learn and research, and take a creative approach to problem solving.
  • Ability to work independently, safely and responsibly; you take ownership of challenges and ideas and are looking to develop your ability to drive and lead change.
  • Enjoy collaborating with others to find innovative solutions.

Additional Opportunities

We know that not everyone’s lifestyle is the same, so we operate a flexible benefits scheme where you can tailor your benefits package to suit.

As part of our recruitment process, all applicants for apprenticeship positions will be required to provide proof of qualifications achieved, as well as any qualifications in progress, prior to any job offer being made. This ensures that candidates meet the necessary educational criteria for the role.

We value your unique identity and perspective and are fully committed to providing equitable opportunities and building a workplace that reflects the diversity of society.

About Siemens Mobility Ltd

From new prospect to qualified professional.

The jobs of tomorrow will be very different to those of today. That’s why a Siemens Mobility Apprenticeship will equip you with the skills and knowledge to follow a career at the cutting edge of technology and engineering.

You could soon be here with us – earning a salary, learning through hands-on experience and working towards an industry-recognised qualification. Start by exploring the incredible range of industry sectors and paths to choose from. You’ll find Apprentice opportunities in tech, digital, engineering, business and more, across the UK.

Who Are We?

We create technology to transform the everyday for everyone!

Today, transport providers face multiple challenges to move more people and goods on tracks. At Siemens Mobility, we enable our customers worldwide to realize sustainable mobility solutions.

As a leading technology company, we combine the real and digital worlds like no other in rail. In an open ecosystem, we bring together rolling stock, rail infrastructure, rail services, and software to provide sustainable, comfortable, and cost-effective rail traffic today. Together with our customers and partners, we move people and goods seamlessly and transform mobility for everyone.

What it means for Apprentices?

You won’t just be making the tea! Our Apprentices get to work at the forefront of the Tech, Digital and Engineering sectors. On a Siemens Mobility programme, you also have the advantage of getting to work on different projects and products. We want you to start with a strong foundation by learning a diverse selection of skills to future proof your journey. Many different opportunities can develop once your apprenticeship is completed and it’s time to progress your career.

How to apply

To apply for this role and to find out more, please click on the apply button.

Please note that applications may close before the application deadline, so apply early to avoid disappointment.


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