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Electrical Engineering (Facilities & Equipment) Degree Apprentice
Overview
As an Electrical Engineering (Facilities & Equipment) Degree Apprentice, you will learn how to help look after the electrical systems that keep AWE’s important facilities and equipment running safely and reliably.
Wage
£24,500 a year, increasing to £26,000 in Year 2, with further annual salary increases throughout your apprenticeship, subject to satisfactory performance and achievement of apprenticeship milestones.
Benefits
- Market-leading contributory pension scheme
- Generous paid holiday entitlement of 270 hours per year, inclusive of Bank Holidays, plus every other Friday off as part of AWE’s flexible working pattern.
Hours
9-day fortnight. 33 hours on the short week, 8 hours 15 minutes per day. 41 hours on the long week, 8 hours 15 minutes per day. Monday to Thursday and Friday, 8 hours. Please note hours may alter due to your off-site training establishment training times.
Work
Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.
What You'll Do
As an Electrical Engineering (Facilities & Equipment) Degree Apprentice, you will learn how to help look after the electrical systems that keep AWE’s important facilities and equipment running safely and reliably. You will focus on keeping existing electrical equipment and systems working well, improving them where needed, and making sure they meet safety and compliance requirements.
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You will work with experienced engineers who maintain and improve electrical infrastructure across AWE. This could include power supplies, lighting, alarms, monitoring systems, and other equipment that supports our work.
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
Training Course
Electrical and electronic engineer (degree) (level 6)
Training Schedule
The apprenticeship is 48 months followed by the End Point Assessment.
Requirements
- Qualifications:
- GCSE in Maths, English, and Science (grade 4/C or above)
- A Level in Maths, further maths, physics, stats, IT (grade BBC (see other info))
- T Level in Engineering and Manufacturing (grade Merit (see other info))
- BTEC in Engineering and Manufacturing (grade DDM)
- Skills:
- Communication skills
- IT skills
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Customer care skills
- Administrative skills
- Number skills
- Analytical skills
- Logical
- Team working
- Maths skills
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About This Employer
We’re a team of remarkable people, united by one extraordinary mission: keeping the UK safe and secure. The UK’s independent nuclear deterrent has existed for 75 years to deter the most extreme threats to our national security and way of life, helping to guarantee our safety, and that of our NATO allies. Our work is critical. We’re delivering Astraea, the next warhead for the UK’s nuclear deterrent and pushing the boundaries of nuclear science and technology. But that’s just part of the story. We support the UK government in a range of vital areas – from counter-terrorism to global nuclear test monitoring to building a world-class community of experts in nuclear science. This is work that protects lives and strengthens national security. At AWE, you’ll find more than just a job. You’ll find purpose, growth, and a community like no other.
Apply Now
Closes in 17 days (Sunday 1 November 2026). After signing in, you’ll apply for this apprenticeship on the company's website.
For more information, contact AWE PLC Early Careers at earlycareers@awe.co.uk. The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000059068.
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