Trainee Electrical Design Engineer

  • Apprenticeship Reference: 00000660-1
  • Date Posted: 19 September 2024
  • Apprentice Employer: Wallace Whittle Limited
  • Website: www.wallacewhittle.com
  • Location: Birmingham
  • Apprentice Pay: £17,000 to £21,000
  • Bonus/Benefits: All college/university fees paid plus additional company benefits
  • Apprenticeship Sector: Construction, Engineering
  • Apprenticeship Type: Permanent, Degree Apprenticeship
  • Work Hours: Full Time

About this Apprenticeship

Wallace Whittle are leading Environmental Building Services Consulting Engineers who are looking to recruit a Trainee Electrical Engineer to work on some large and iconic construction projects across the UK.

This is an excellent opportunity for school leavers or those looking for an alternative to full-time university, where you can earn while you learn and gain practical, hands-on experience. Unlike traditional higher education, we’ll cover the cost of your professional development.

The position is full-time based in Birmingham and will allow the successful candidate to gain vital knowledge and experience on the job whilst attaining first a HNC and then a Degree by day release, with additional training being provided via the Company’s WW:Academy initiative.

  • You will learn to assist a team of engineers and technicians with the production of engineering drawings and assist in the production of 3D or 2D drawings using computer software.
  • You will learn about the preparation of simple engineering calculations and the importance of initially checking your own work.
  • You will contribute to providing solutions to design problems and assist in meeting agreed deadlines, and support the administration of projects.
  • You will gain industry experience by attending meetings and/or site visits/surveys with Senior Engineers or others in the design team.
  • You will increase your skills, knowledge and confidence in the role by attending and participating in company activities, presentations and workshops.
  • You will be required to keep your training log up to date and attend training/Continuous Professional Development where appropriate.

You will need a minimum of 5 passes at GCSE level (Grade A-C) including English, Maths and a science subject. Preferably, you will have a minimum of 3 A-Levels including English, Maths and a science subject (preferably Physics or Technological Studies). Alternatively, having completed a recognised apprenticeship within the construction industry will be considered.

Specific skills, knowledge, competencies and training:

Essential:

· All relevant training will be provided

· The desire to work in an engineering office environment

· Good numeracy, literacy and computing skills

· Ability to manage your own time and prioritise at busy times

· Awareness of the Building Services Engineering environment

· Ability to think in a methodical way

· Good communication skills within a team and externally

Desirable:

· Willingness to achieve professional qualification.

· An interest in using computers for design work, calculations, and testing designs

· A temperament that means you work well with other people

· Previous consulting engineer experience

· Knowledge and experience of Autocad or Revit software

· Knowledge of energy and thermal modelling software such as IES

To find out more about Wallace Whittle and how we can support your career progression, please visit www.wallacewhittle.com

If the role above is of interest to you, please send your details and current CV to hr@wallacewhittle.com

We look forward to hearing from you!