Engineering Design and Manufacture Graduate Apprenticeship - Electrical Engineering
BabcockExpected closing date: Tuesday, 8 December 2026
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Key Takeaways
- Undertake a 4-year Engineering Design and Manufacture Graduate Apprenticeship in Electrical Engineering, leading to a BEng (Hons) degree.
- Earn a starting salary of £18,819 in Year 1, rising to £32,261 in Year 4, with potential to earn up to £40,000 post-qualification.
- Study at Glasgow Caledonian University while gaining practical experience on defence programmes at Babcock's Rosyth, Scotland site.
- Applications close on 8th December for a September 2027 start.
About the Role
This 4-year Engineering (Design and Manufacture) Graduate Apprenticeship offers the chance to work on significant UK defence programmes while studying for a BEng (Hons) degree in Electrical Engineering.
What You'll Do
You will join a team working on diverse platforms including ships, submarines, and land-based facilities. You will support various projects, gaining insight into technologies used in complex engineering programmes. As part of the Marine Electrical, Control & Instrumentation (EC&I) and Mission Systems (MS) Group, you will rotate through different teams and projects, learning about the development, integration, and support of electrical systems. This includes power and control systems, navigation, communications, and mission-critical technologies.
You will contribute to activities such as feasibility studies, obsolescence issues, problem-solving, and systems integration, developing a strong understanding of Electrical, Control & Instrumentation and Mission Systems engineering in a marine environment.
Your Education and Training
You will study for a BEng (Hons) in Engineering (Design and Manufacture) through Glasgow Caledonian University, with a blended learning model involving one to two days of study per week during term time. The degree is co-designed with industry and accredited by the IET, IMechE, and InstMC.
Babcock will provide structured workplace development to apply academic learning to real engineering challenges.
Future Prospects
Upon completion, you will be qualified for an Electrical Engineering role with a competitive salary up to £40,000 per year. Babcock's Role Framework outlines clear career progression pathways.
Entry Requirements
- UCAS Tariff: 96 points.
- Scottish Highers: BBCC or equivalent, including Maths and a science or technology subject.
- Alternative Qualifications: Relevant Foundation Apprenticeships (counting as one Higher at grade B) combined with SQA Highers; Modern Apprenticeship at SCQF Level 6 in a related subject (equivalent to two Highers at B) combined with SQA Highers; HNC in Electrical Engineering.
- Residency: Must be resident in Scotland.
- Commuting: Must be able to reliably commute to Rosyth, Scotland.
- Security Clearance: Must achieve and maintain Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) and Security Check (SC) security clearance. This role is restricted to UK nationals.
Benefits
- 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
- Opportunities for STEM outreach and volunteering
Application Process
Applications are reviewed in order of receipt and may close early if there is high interest. It is recommended to apply as soon as possible. Please apply to only one programme.
Babcock is a Disability Confident Employer and offers support for candidates requiring adjustments during the recruitment process.