Apprenticeship · Level 6 (Degree)

Electro-Mechanical Degree Apprenticeship

£27,381 - £42,000

Plymouth

Expected closing date: Tuesday, 8 December 2026

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Undertake a 5-year Electro-Mechanical Engineering Degree Apprenticeship (Level 6) at Devonport, Plymouth.
Earn a BEng in Electro-Mechanical Engineering and gain practical experience on nuclear submarines or handling equipment.
Starting salary of £27,381, with annual increases, and potential to earn over £42,000 upon completion.
Requires specific A-Level, BTEC, Access to HE, or IB qualifications, alongside GCSEs in Maths and English.
Application closing date is 8th December 2026.

This is a 5-year Level 6 apprenticeship combining mechanical and electrical engineering skills to contribute to UK defence technology.

Gain practical, real-world experience working on electrical and mechanical systems within the Submarine Commissioning Group or the Mechanical Handling Group.
Work on the commissioning of nuclear submarines or on all technical aspects of Mechanical Handling assets.
Learn critical tasks such as system installation, operation, maintenance, fault diagnosis, and rectification.
Develop fundamental skills in drawing, calculations, specifications, scheduling, and reporting.
Understand the fundamentals of electrical and mechanical design from concept to manufacturing.
Undertake a series of placements to gain breadth of experience and support professional registration.

Upon successful completion, you will earn a BEng in Electro-Mechanical Engineering.
Training involves a mixture of classroom learning and work placements.
Attend four weeks of theoretical and practical training annually at the University of Warwick.
Spend the remainder of your time onsite at Devonport Royal Dockyard.

After the apprenticeship, you will have earned a BEng in Electro-Mechanical Engineering and gained valuable work experience.
You will be on par with peers who have completed the graduate programme.
Expect a salary exceeding £42,000 per annum upon completion.

Minimum of five GCSEs at grade C/4 or above, including Mathematics and English, or equivalent.
Plus, one of the following:
- A-level at Grade A or above in Mathematics and a Physical Science (Chemistry, Geology, Physics & Astronomy), plus an A in one other A-level subject.
- EDEXCEL (BTEC) Diploma DDD in specific Engineering or Applied Science subjects, including a Distinction in Further Engineering Mathematics or Further Mathematics for Construction.
- Access to HE Diploma, including 30 Level 3 Credits at Distinction (15 in Mathematics, 15 in another science or technology subject).
- Baccalaureate IB: Minimum grade of 5 in higher level Mathematics and Physics, and a 4 or above at higher level in Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Design Technology, or Environmental Systems and Societies.
Successful application is dependent on acceptance by the University provider.
Must be able to achieve and maintain Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) and Security Check (SC) clearance.
This post may only be occupied by a sole UK national.

Fully funded qualification
Personal development training and opportunities
Minimum 28 days holiday allowance including bank holidays
Competitive pension scheme
Employee share scheme
Flexible benefits including cycle to work scheme and employee shopping savings portal
Involvement in STEM outreach activities and volunteering opportunities
Automatic enrollment onto the Apprentice Development Programme

Applications are reviewed in order of receipt; early applications are recommended as the programme may close early if oversubscribed.
Apply to one programme only.
If you require additional support or adjustments during the recruitment process, please inform Babcock when you apply.