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Vacancy Details

Vacancy Title

Delivering College

Apprenticeship Occupation

Apprentice Technician Powertrain Systems

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Short Description

This is an excellent opportunity to join Ricardo UK, a globally recognised strategic engineering and environmental consultancy, as an Apprentice Technician Powertrain Systems. Based at the Shoreham Technical Centre, the successful candidates will undertake an Engineering and Manufacturing Support Technician L3 Apprenticeship.

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Long Description

Four apprenticeship positions are available. Successful applicants will follow a structured training programme, with the aim to developing a core knowledge in one of the departments below and become a key member of this operational team. In addition, further secondments to other relevant and contributory areas will be incorporated to broaden your knowledge, enabling you to have the correct skillset to perform your role efficiently and to the best standard possible. Depending on the specific role, this may include working alongside the Test, Fabrication, Instrumentation, Vehicle, Build, Plant, Fuels and Emissions teams.

Key Responsibilities will include:
-Calibration: Calibrating precision standalone measurement equipment, as well as the testbeds and dynamometers themselves to ensure that all data output is accurate and to a regulated standard.
-Vehicle Operations: Building, retrofitting and refurbishing all manner of vehicles with upgraded, remanufactured and reengineered parts/systems. This could be on regular cars, large, armoured vehicles, snowmobiles and everything in between.
-Testing: The operational installation and running of powertrains within the test cell facilities for performance, emissions and durability testing with both manual and automated control.
-Prototype Build: Focused on the building, assembly and teardown of many types of modern powertrain units, including engines, batteries and hydrogen systems.

What you will gain:
-You will work on real projects from day one, helping to deliver engineering programmes for our customers including some of the world's most prestigious automotive and industrial companies.
-Practical skills training will be supported by an appropriate academic qualification, delivered using a range of methods including College-based lessons and projects.

Who you will be:
-It is expected that the successful candidates will already have a basic understanding of mechanical and electrical systems and components along with knowledge of how software is used in modern products
-Motivated and Enthusiastic with the commitment to finish the apprenticeship to end the and to the best of your ability
-Possess a good understanding of core GCSE subjects, including mathematics, science and English 
-Possess evidently competent practical skills or an aptitude to develop them

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Requirements and Prospects

Desired Skills

Good organisation skills, Good time management, Inquisitive, Enthusiastic, Keen to develop, Self-motivated, A good team player, Enjoys collaborating, Works independently, Flexible approach to work, Delivers to a high standard, Attention to detail, Interested in Engineering, Reliable, Punctual, Hardworking, Excellent Work Ethos, IT Literate

Desired Qualifications

“GCSE”, “Maths”, 9-5, Essential; “GCSE”, “English”, 9-5, Essential

Training to be Provided

L3 Engineering and Manufacturing Support Technician Apprenticeship
You will be provided an exceptional opportunity to start your career in Engineering in a fast-paced and exciting environment, working at the cutting edge of developing technologies.

Future Prospects

Following successful completion of the Level 3 apprenticeship, there are opportunities to apply for higher level apprenticeships beyond this qualification.

Further Info

This is a 39-month apprenticeship and applicants MUST BE free from full time education to be eligible to apply for it and have the minimum qualification level to apply for it
Applicants MUST BE resident in the UK for a minimum of 3 years prior to the start of learning and have work authorisation for the UK.
Applicants WILL NOT BE eligible to apply if they have already achieved a qualification which is equal to or higher thank the apprenticeship standard on offer.
Applicants MUST BE resident in the area local to the apprenticeship opportunity or be prepared to relocate in time to start employment and study.
Applicants MUST BE committed to the learning and stay to the end of the apprenticeship. 
The start date for this role will be September 2026 with the apprenticeship learning from October 2026.
Shortlisted applicants will be invited in for an assessment day on the 23rd March 2026
Work will be onsite at the company’s premises in Shoreham with attendance at Worthing College at least one day per week.
Company benefits include access to a subsidised canteen, on-site gym, free onsite parking.
Location is based a 15-minute walk from Shoreham by Sea Town Centre.

About the Employer

Brief description & address

Ricardo UK is a global strategic engineering and environmental consultancy that specialises in the transport, energy and scarce resources sectors. The work extends across a range of market sectors – including passenger cars, commercial vehicles, rail, defence, motorsport, energy and the environment with a client list that includes transport operators, manufacturers, energy companies, financial institutions and government agencies.

Ricardo is at the leading edge of developing new technologies to fulfil their vision to create a safe and sustainable world. Their expertise includes electrified propulsion using batteries and fuel cells, and zero-carbon fuels such as hydrogen, in conjunction with conventional engine technology. With new test facilities at the Shoreham Technical Centre, they are at the heart of this new and exciting opportunity to shape the future of sustainable transport.

Is Employer Disability Confident?

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