Apprentice Mechanical Engineer

Location: Colchester

Degree Apprenticeship | Full Time

Anglian Recruitment are supporting a highly respected and multi-award-winning engineering consultancy in their search for an Apprentice Mechanical Engineer to join their Colchester office.

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated and ambitious individual to begin a career in Building Services Engineering while completing a fully funded Building Services Design Engineering Degree Apprenticeship at London South Bank University.

You will work alongside experienced engineers on real projects across the built environment, gaining valuable practical experience while studying towards your degree. As your knowledge and confidence develop, you will gradually take on more responsibility and become involved in the design and delivery of engineering projects.

Please note: Due to the nature of some projects, successful applicants may be required to undergo security clearance which may include DBS, BPSS, Counter Terrorist Check, Security Check or Developed Vetting.

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• Work alongside experienced engineers to support the design and delivery of mechanical building services projects
  
• Assist with the preparation of mechanical designs, drawings and technical specifications
  
• Learn to design sustainable and energy efficient mechanical systems
  
• Support the development of plantroom layouts and building services systems
  
• Use industry design software including AutoCAD and Revit
  
• Assist with preparing tender documentation and project specifications
  
• Review tenders and assist in preparing recommendations
  
• Attend site visits, surveys and inspections of existing installations
  
• Assist with monitoring site works to ensure quality and specification compliance
  
• Attend project meetings and support project coordination
  
• Assist with checking contractor valuations and project budgets
  
• Help prepare technical reports and engineering documentation
  
• Develop knowledge of building regulations, legislation, CIBSE guidance and industry standards
  
• Assist with planning and building regulation submissions where required
  
• Support project managers with contract administration and project delivery
  
• Attend university and complete coursework as part of the degree apprenticeship programme
  
• Record project work and learning activities as part of your professional development
  

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• Minimum of 5 GCSEs grade 4 or above including Maths and English
  
• A Levels with minimum grades BBC including Mathematics and ideally Physics or Chemistry (or equivalent qualifications)
  
• Genuine interest in Mechanical or Building Services Engineering
  
• Strong numeracy, analytical and problem solving skills
  
• Good written and verbal communication skills
  
• IT literate and willing to learn engineering design software
  
• Ability to work both independently and within a team
  
• Willingness to attend building sites and undertake surveys when required
  
• Full UK driving licence
  
• Must be eligible to live and work in the UK
  

This is a fantastic opportunity to start a long-term engineering career, gaining a university degree while working on real projects and developing the practical skills needed to become a successful Building Services Engineer.

All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence