Mechanical Engineering Degree Apprenticeship

This is a 4-5 year full-time apprenticeship programme starting in September 2027.

What you'll be doing:

Over the course of the apprenticeship, you will gain experience in various areas of mechanical engineering, including:

• Current product: Upgrading parts in assemblies, designing new features, and developing existing ideas to meet changing legislation and customer demands.
• New product: Designing future machines, reviewing challenges, testing new parts, and gathering customer feedback to stay ahead of market trends.
• Development and Endurance: Testing designs to identify areas for improvement and ensure robustness in harsh environments.

Upon completion, you will earn a Bachelor’s Engineering Degree from Warwick Manufacturing Group.

Entry Requirements:

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

Important Information:

• Visa Sponsorship: JCB is unable to offer visa sponsorship or immigration support for this scheme.

What's in it for you:

• Starting Salary: Circa £19,000 per year.
• 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.
• Opportunities to network and get involved in the “NextGen” society.

Recruitment Process:

1. Applications reviewed and shortlisted.
2. Online assessments sent out in November 2026.
3. Successful candidates invited to an in-person Assessment Centre (January to April 2027).
4. Feedback provided after the Assessment Centre.
5. Onboarding process for successful candidates.
6. Start date: Early September 2027.