Apprenticeship · Level 6 (Degree)
Mechanical Engineering Degree Apprenticeship
Cavendish Nuclear£23,598 a year
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Expected closing date: Monday, 7 December 2026
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TL;DR
Key Takeaways
- Undertake a 5-year Electro-mechanical Engineer Degree Apprenticeship (Level 6) with the University of Nottingham.
- Earn £23,598 per year while gaining practical experience in mechanical engineering on nuclear projects.
- Work 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday, based in Humberside with potential travel to sites like Sellafield.
- Applications close on 2026-12-07.
- Graduate with a BEng (Hons) in Electro-mechanical Engineering.
About the Role
As a Mechanical Engineering Apprentice at Cavendish Nuclear, you’ll join a collaborative and experienced team working across all phases of the engineering lifecycle. Whether you’re supporting new build or decommissioning projects, you’ll play a vital role in the UK’s civil nuclear sector helping to deliver national energy resilience, meet net zero commitments, and safely clean up the nuclear legacy.
What You'll Do
- Work on a variety of nuclear projects, from developing new technologies and maintaining essential systems to extending the life of vital infrastructure.
- Gain hands-on experience with Computer Aided Design (CAD), 3D modelling, mechanical calculations, and producing engineering documentation.
- Support operational teams, resolve technical issues, and inform decisions that impact real-world outcomes.
- Define design requirements, develop 3D CAD models, produce detailed engineering drawings, and carry out scoping calculations.
- Prepare equipment specifications, technical reports, and help manage plant and equipment obsolescence.
- Support assembly, testing, and operational teams, offering technical guidance, resolving engineering queries, and managing nonconformance issues.
- Gain exposure to advanced engineering tools such as Finite Element Analysis (FEA) software.
Location
Based at one of our key sites in Humberside, you’ll support major projects at locations like Sellafield.
Training and Development
- You’ll study with the University of Nottingham through the Electro-mechanical Engineer Degree Apprenticeship – a five-year programme combining university teaching with practical workplace experience.
- Each year, you’ll attend university for four separate one-week blocks, plus additional time on campus for exams.
- You’ll watch recorded lectures, complete assignments, and carry out projects that relate directly to your job.
- Upon completion, you’ll graduate with a BEng (Hons) in Electro-mechanical Engineering and be qualified as an electro-mechanical engineer.
- Opportunity to build toward professional registration as an Incorporated Engineer.
- Supportive mentors and experienced engineers invested in your growth.
- Part of a wider emerging talent community.
Skills
- IT skills
- Attention to detail
- Problem solving skills
- Analytical skills
Qualifications
- GCSE Maths (grade C) - essential
- GCSE English (grade C) - essential
- GCSE Science (grade C) - essential
- GCSE Any Subject (grade C) - essential
- A Level Maths (grade C) - essential
- A Level Physics (grade C) - essential
Key Details
- Wage: £23,598 a year
- Working week: Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm
- Hours: 35 hours per week
- Duration: 5 Years
- Start date: 2027-09-01
- Closing date: 2026-12-07
- Apprenticeship standard: Electro-mechanical engineer (level 6)
- Training provider: UNIVERSITY OF NOTTINGHAM