Engineering Technician Apprentice

At Transmission Dynamics, we design and manufacture advanced wireless telemetry and data acquisition systems for some of the world’s most demanding industrial environments. We are looking for an Engineering Technician to help transform engineering designs into reliable, high-quality products.

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

What you'll do at work

• Carry out precision soldering of instrumentation wiring and surface-mount electronic components.
• Prepare, check and organise components and materials against bills of materials (BoMs).
• Assemble, wire and finish products to approved drawings, work instructions and standard operating procedures.
• Complete systematic functional and quality testing, identifying any non-conformances or build issues.
• Record results accurately and produce detailed, traceable test reports.
• Work with Electronics Engineers, Mechanical Engineers and production colleagues to resolve technical issues and meet project requirements.
• Support customer installations and other technical activities, including occasional travel where required.
• Contribute to continuous improvement, safe working practices and the efficient operation of the business.

Your work will contribute to technology used across renewable energy, mining, marine, defence, automotive and rail applications. This is an excellent opportunity for a practical, detail-focused technician who takes pride in accuracy, enjoys solving problems and wants to develop within a collaborative engineering environment.

Where you'll work

1 Innovation Way
Northumberland Business Park
Cramlington
NE23 7FP

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

Training provider

CITY OF SUNDERLAND COLLEGE

Training course

Engineering technician (level 3)

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What you'll learn

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 organisational requirements planning and where applicable 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 report 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 return any resources and consumables to the appropriate location
• Read and interpret relevant data and documentation used to manufacture aerospace components/systems
• Assemble and disassemble aerospace mechanical components, sub-assemblies and whole systems (new and in service) as required measure and mark out of materials to carry out precision machining and hand fitting processes
• Precision drilling and finishing of holes in aircraft assemblies
• Use mechanical and or electrical/electronic measuring and or test equipment used on aircraft assemblies and systems
• Apply assembly techniques (such as mechanical fasteners, welding and bonding techniques)
• Use sealing and jointing techniques: use of seals, gaskets, and jointing materials
• Contribute to the business by identifying possible opportunities for improving working practices, processes and/or procedures
• Assemble, disassemble and install 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
• Set up and use a range of measuring, testing, diagnostic tools, rigs and equipment, using approved methods and procedures
• Install lighting, power supplies, engine control and instrumentation systems
• Carry out testing and diagnostic activities on installed components, equipment and systems and making adjustment/rectification where applicable
• Carry out precision drilling and finishing of holes in aerospace assemblies
• Apply correct locking and securing methods and techniques (mechanical fasteners, locking and electrical bonding techniques)
• Use sealing and jointing techniques: use of seals, gaskets, and jointing materials
• Install and connect pipe-work systems and aerospace assemblies
• Contribute to the business by identifying possible opportunities for improving working practices, processes and/or procedures
• Read and interpret relevant data and documentation used to maintain aircraft components and systems
• Select and use the correct hand and mechanical tools and equipment while carrying out maintenance of aircraft
• Apply human factors in aviation – attitudes and behaviours to ensure aviation safety
• Use mechanical and electrical measuring and or test equipment while carrying out aircraft maintenance activities
• Carry out aircraft functional checks and fault diagnosis e.g. electrical bonding and earthing; flight control rigging
• Use ground support equipment
• Identify, control, repair and prevent damage, fatigue and corrosion of aircraft components
• Maintain power-plant (piston or turbine engines), propellers or rotors
• Use the correct bonding and assembly techniques e.g. in composite assembly
• Carry out precision drilling and finishing of holes in aircraft assemblies
• Identify and install mechanical fasteners
• Use sealing and jointing techniques: use of seals, gaskets and jointing techniques
• Assemble, repair and replace pipe work for aircraft and engine systems
• Inspect, repair, remove and replace aircraft structures, components, sub-assemblies and systems
• Undertake aircraft flight-line handling and operations
• Carry out testing and diagnostic activities on components, sub – assemblies or whole systems, making adjustments/rectifications where applicable
• Maintain aerospace components, sub – assemblies or whole systems as required
• Undertake aircraft role configuration activities/requirements
• Prepare and maintain the aircraft maintenance programme
• Apply Human Factors in aviation – developing attitudes and behaviours to ensure aviation safety
• Maintain relationships between the aircraft operator and the aircraft maintenance organisation recognising the regulatory responsibilities of both parties
• Use relevant computer software, information systems and documentation necessary to carry out the role
• Use asset and inventory management systems within a continuing airworthiness environment