Apprentice Electrical Engineer

Apprentice Electrical/Electronic Engineer

This vacancy is for an Apprentice Electrical/Electronic Engineer based in Darwen. The successful applicant will have the opportunity to undertake valuable work experience and support the Electrical department within the company whilst gaining on-the-job qualifications.

Electrical Engineers

Electrical engineers typically do the following:

• Design new ways to use electrical power to develop or improve products
• Do detailed calculations to develop manufacturing, construction, and installation standards and specifications
• Direct manufacturing, installing, and testing of electrical equipment to ensure that products meet specifications and codes
• Investigate complaints from customers or the public, evaluate problems, and recommend solutions
• Work with project managers on production efforts to ensure that projects are completed satisfactorily, on time, and within budget

Electronics Engineers

Electronics engineers typically do the following:

• Design electronic components, software, products, or systems for commercial, industrial, medical, military, or scientific applications
• Analyse customer needs and determine electrical system requirements, capacity, and cost to develop a system plan
• Develop maintenance and testing procedures for electronic components and equipment
• Evaluate systems and recommend design modifications or equipment repair
• Inspect electronic equipment, instruments, and systems to make sure they meet safety standards and applicable regulations
• Plan and develop applications and modifications for electronic properties used in parts and systems to improve technical performance

Apprenticeship Details

Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.

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

Course Contents

• Obtaining, checking, and using the appropriate documentation (such as job instructions, drawings, quality control documentation)
• Working safely at all times, complying with health, safety, and environmental legislation, regulations, and organizational requirements
• Planning and obtaining all the resources required to undertake the work activity
• Undertaking the work activity using the correct processes, procedures, and equipment
• Carrying out the required checks (such as quality, compliance, or testing) using the correct procedures, processes, and/or equipment
• Dealing promptly and effectively with engineering/manufacturing problems within the limits of their responsibility using approved diagnostic methods and techniques and reporting those which cannot be resolved to the appropriate personnel
• Completing any required documentation using the defined recording systems at the appropriate stages of the work activity
• Restoring the work area on completion of the activity and, where applicable, returning any resources and consumables to the appropriate location
• Reading and interpreting relevant data and documentation used to manufacture aerospace components/systems
• Assembling and disassembling aerospace mechanical components, sub-assemblies, and whole systems (new and in service) as required
• Measuring and marking out of materials to carry out precision machining and hand fitting processes
• Precision drilling and finishing of holes in aircraft assemblies
• Using mechanical and/or electrical/electronic measuring and/or test equipment used on aircraft assemblies and systems
• Applying assembly techniques (such as mechanical fasteners, welding, and bonding techniques)
• Using sealing and jointing techniques: use of seals, gaskets, and jointing materials
• Contributing to the business by identifying possible opportunities for improving working practices, processes, and/or procedures
• Assembling, disassembling, and installing aerospace components, sub-assemblies, and whole systems (new and in service) as required such as wiring looms, anti-icing systems, electrical connectors, avionic units, and using specified methods and procedures
• Setting up and using a range of measuring, testing, diagnostic tools, rigs, and equipment, using approved methods and procedures
• Installing lighting, power supplies, engine control, and instrumentation systems
• Carrying out testing and diagnostic activities on installed components, equipment, and systems and making adjustment/rectification where applicable
• Carrying out precision drilling and finishing of holes in aerospace assemblies
• Applying correct locking and securing methods and techniques (mechanical fasteners, locking, and electrical bonding techniques)
• Using sealing and jointing techniques: use of seals, gaskets, and jointing materials
• Installing and connecting pipe-work systems and aerospace assemblies
• Contributing to the business by identifying possible opportunities for improving working practices, processes, and/or procedures
• Reading and interpreting relevant data and documentation used to maintain aircraft components and systems
• Selecting and using the correct hand and mechanical tools and equipment while carrying out maintenance of aircraft
• Applying human factors in aviation – attitudes and behaviors to ensure aviation safety
• Using mechanical and electrical measuring and/or test equipment while carrying out aircraft maintenance activities
• Carrying out aircraft functional checks and fault diagnosis e.g., electrical bonding and earthing; flight control rigging
• Using ground support equipment
• Identifying, controlling, repairing, and preventing damage, fatigue, and corrosion of aircraft components
• Maintaining power-plant (piston or turbine engines), propellers, or rotors
• Using the correct bonding and assembly techniques e.g., in composite assembly
• Carrying out precision drilling and finishing of holes in aircraft assemblies
• Identifying and installing mechanical fasteners
• Using sealing and jointing techniques: use of seals, gaskets, and jointing techniques
• Assembling, repairing, and replacing pipe work for aircraft and engine systems
• Inspecting, repairing, removing, and replacing aircraft structures, components, sub-assemblies, and systems
• Undertaking aircraft role configuration activities/requirements
• Preparing and maintaining the aircraft maintenance programme
• Applying Human Factors in aviation – developing attitudes and behaviors to ensure aviation safety
• Maintaining relationships between the aircraft operator and the aircraft maintenance organisation recognising the regulatory responsibilities of both parties
• Using relevant computer software, information systems, and documentation necessary to carry out the role
• Using asset and inventory management systems within a continuing airworthiness environment