Automation Engineering Apprentice - West Midlands (48-month fixed term contract)

This is a 48-month fixed-term contract for an Automation Engineering Apprentice.

What You'll Be Doing

As an Automation Apprentice within the Reliability Maintenance Engineering (RME) team, you will work hands-on with advanced automation technology. Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting maintenance and fault-finding on automated systems and robotics.
• Using diagnostic tools to maintain conveyors and sortation equipment.
• Planning preventative maintenance and safety checks.
• Collaborating with engineers on process improvements and energy-efficient solutions.

What You'll Learn

Throughout your apprenticeship, you will gain theoretical knowledge and practical experience in:

• Advanced robotics systems, controls, and industrial automation programming.
• Smart sensor technology and IoT integration.
• Predictive maintenance and performance optimisation using data analytics.
• Safety systems for human-robot collaboration.
• Machine learning applications and Industry 4.0 technologies.

You will work towards a Level 6 Control Technical Support Apprenticeship, a BSc in Controls and Automation Engineering, and an HNC/D in Electrical/Controls Engineering.

About You

We are looking for individuals with:

• A genuine interest in robotics, automation, or engineering.
• A logical, problem-solving mind and patience to troubleshoot issues.
• A foundation in a STEM subject (e.g., physics, electronics, maths, computing) or equivalent hands-on experience.
• Confidence with basic diagnostic and problem-solving approaches.
• Familiarity with digital tools, coding, or programming concepts, or a willingness to learn.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• A safety-first mindset.

Entry Requirements

• Be 18 years or over before the start date (September 2027).
• Have the right to live and work in England at the point of enrolment (June 2027).
• Have lived in the UK or EEA for the last 3 years prior to the start date.
• Not be registered to study on a UK government-funded course ending August 2027 or later.
• Be prepared to travel for external/mandatory training.
• 5 GCSEs at grade 4-9 (or equivalent) including Maths and English.
• Three A levels (or equivalent) at grade 4 or above in Mathematics, IT, Physics, or an Engineering related subject, OR a BTEC level 3 engineering qualification of 180 credits including further mathematics.
• You must NOT already have a qualification in a similar subject at the same or higher level than this apprenticeship.

Working Hours

This role supports a 24/7 operation, so you will work shifts covering days, nights, and weekends.

Programme Details

• Duration: 48 months (fixed-term contract).
• First 12 months: Full-time residential programme at external training provider facilities or Amazon training centres. Accommodation and travel expenses will be supported if you live outside a commutable distance.
• Later years: On-the-job training.

Location

West Midlands