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Apprenticeship · Level 6 (Degree)
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Mechanical Engineering Degree Apprenticeship

JCB
£19,000
Rocester, ST14 5JP

Expected closing date: Sunday, 31 January 2027

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TL;DR

Key Takeaways

  • Undertake a Level 6 Mechanical Engineering Degree Apprenticeship over 4-5 years.
  • Earn a Bachelor's Engineering Degree from Warwick Manufacturing Group.
  • Starting salary of £18,000 per year.
  • Requires A-Level Maths (Grade B+) and specific GCSEs.
  • Applications open November 2026 - January 2027 for a September 2024 start.

About the Role

This is a permanent, full-time Level 6 Mechanical Engineering Degree Apprenticeship.

Start Date

September 2024, typically for 4-5 years.

Salary

Starting Salary: £18,000 per year.

Entry Requirements

  • A minimum of 112 tariff points.
  • A-Level in Maths at grade B or above.
  • GCSE grades in Maths, English and an additional STEM subject at grades C, 4, or above.
  • Disciplines studied post-GCSE should include any Engineering or relevant STEM subjects (Physics recommended).

Note: JCB is unable to offer visa sponsorship or immigration support.

What the Apprenticeship Involves

Over 4-5 years, you will gain experience in different areas of mechanical engineering, helping you discover your strengths and interests. The programme is delivered at Warwick Manufacturing Group, and upon completion, you will earn a Bachelor’s Engineering Degree.

Potential Areas of Work:

  • Current Product: Focuses on updating existing products to meet changing legislation and customer demands. This involves upgrading parts, designing new features, and developing existing ideas.
  • New Product: Designs the next generation of machines, contributing to the five-year product plan. This includes reviewing challenges, creating solutions, testing new parts, and gathering customer feedback.
  • Development and Endurance: Tests designs to identify areas for improvement, ensuring JCB machines are robust and reliable in harsh environments.

Recruitment Process

  1. Application Review: Applications will be reviewed against essential criteria, with shortlisting and online assessment links sent out between November 2026 and January 2027.
  2. Online Assessments: Complete online assessments; updates will be provided within a few weeks.
  3. Assessment Centres: In-person Assessment Centres will take place from January to April 2027.
  4. Feedback: All candidates will receive a call with feedback following the Assessment Centre.
  5. Onboarding: Successful candidates will proceed to the onboarding process, including a familiarisation day.
  6. Start Date: Emerging Talent cohorts typically start in early September.

Benefits

  • 33 days' holiday (including most bank holidays)
  • Market-leading company pension scheme
  • Access to an in-house doctor, dentist, and Occupational Health team
  • Onsite gym
  • ULEV car scheme
  • Bupa Private Medical Health Scheme
  • Exclusive discounts through the JCB Rewards Hub
  • Cycle to Work scheme
  • Professional outdoor development programme
  • Networking opportunities and involvement in the “NextGen” society.