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RME Mechatronics Apprentice – East Midlands Locations (36-month fixed term contract)

Amazon
Derbyshire

Expected closing date: Friday, 16 July 2027

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TL;DR

Key Takeaways

  • Undertake a 36-month fixed-term contract as an RME Mechatronics Apprentice.
  • Work towards an Advanced Apprenticeship in Engineering (Mechatronics Maintenance) and an HNC in Engineering or Mechatronics.
  • Gain hands-on experience with cutting-edge automation and robotics technology.
  • Requires a minimum of 3 GCSEs at Grade 4 (C) or above, including Maths, English, and a Science or Technology subject.
  • The deadline for providing qualification certificates is 16 July 2027.

About the Role

This is a 36-month fixed-term contract for an RME Mechatronics Apprentice.

What You'll Do

As an RME Mechatronics Apprentice, you will:

  • Help maintain a wide range of equipment, upholding Health and Safety best practices.
  • Carry out proactive and preventative maintenance.
  • Perform reactive repairs and fault diagnosis in a live distribution warehouse.
  • Use the latest tools to maximise equipment effectiveness.
  • Make modifications and upgrades to existing equipment.
  • Work on continuous improvement projects and suggest long-term improvements.

Skills You'll Develop

Throughout your apprenticeship, you will build a broad, in-demand engineering skillset, including:

  • Fault diagnosis and preventative maintenance
  • Mechanical device maintenance, and fluid power systems assembly and testing
  • Electrical equipment wiring and testing
  • Hydraulics and pneumatics
  • Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) operations
  • CAD design and 3D printing

Training and Development

  • You will work towards an Advanced Apprenticeship in Engineering (Mechatronics Maintenance).
  • The first 12 months will be a full-time residential programme at external training provider facilities or Amazon's own training centres. Accommodation and travel expenses will be supported if you live outside a commutable distance.
  • In later years, you will combine day or block-release study for your HNC in Engineering or Mechatronics with on-the-job training at one of Amazon's Fulfilment Centres, Sortation Centres, or Delivery Stations.
  • This role supports a 24/7 operation, so you will work shifts covering days, nights, and weekends.

Entry Requirements

To qualify for this programme, you must:

  • Be 18 years or over before the start date (September 2027).
  • Have the right to live and work in England at the point of enrolment (June 2027).
  • Have lived in the UK or in the European Economic Area (EEA) for the last 3 years prior to the start date.
  • Not be registered to study on a UK government funded course ending August 2027 or later.
  • Be prepared to travel for external/mandatory training.
  • Have a minimum of 3 GCSEs at Grade 4 (C) or above (or equivalent), including Maths, English, and a Science or Technology subject.
  • You must NOT already have a qualification in a similar subject at the same or higher level than this apprenticeship.

Key Dates

  • Application Deadline: The deadline for providing qualification certificates for the RME Mechatronics programme is 16 July 2027.
  • Enrolment: June 2027
  • Start Date: September 2027

Benefits

  • Opportunities for progression both within RME and more widely across Amazon.
  • Join a diverse and passionate team of engineers.
  • Access to knowledge-sharing, mentorship, and career-advancing resources.