Ishida - Level 3 - Technical Electrical Project Engineering Apprentice
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Company: Ishida Europe
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Location: Birmingham, B32 3DB
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Type: Apprenticeship
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Salary: £290.68 per week
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Sector: Engineering and Manufacturing Technologies
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Ref: VAC-00751
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Application Deadline Date: 07/06/2025
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Start Date: 17/09/2025
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Positions Available: 1
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Working Week: At Make UK - Mon - Thur 8am - 4.30pm Fri 8am - 12.30pm
Brief Description
We are seeking to employ and train a Technical Electrical Apprentice through advanced apprenticeships.
As an apprentice, you will be highly trained to work in the world of Engineering and Manufacturing in the Food Industry Sector the world’s leading supplier of Food Packaging Machines and Equipment.
Qualifications Required
5 GCSEs at 9 – 4 / A* - C (5 or above preferred), must include maths, English language, and ideally Science, or equivalent related qualification.
Personal Qualities
We value:
• Accountability – personal responsibility
• Commitment - don’t give up when things get tough
• Cooperation – to be a team player
• Excellence – set high standards and strive to meet them
• Innovation – look for ways to do your job better
• Integrity – tell the truth and treat others with respect
Skills Required
• Good attention to detail and accuracy
• Team player with strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Curious, proactive, and solution-focused
• Commitment to safety, ethics, and continuous improvement
• Ability to take responsibility and manage time effectively
• Interest in electrical engineering and problem solving.
• A strong work ethic and willingness to learn.
Training to be Provided
Together with invaluable commercial and practical experience, you’ll work towards several academic and vocational qualification levels throughout your time with us, which are fully paid for, including:
● Advanced Manufacturing Engineering Foundation Competence – in year 1, in 6 week blocks to include 4 weeks at Make UK and 2 weeks in company
● Advanced Manufacturing Engineering Development Competence - in years 2 to 4 in company
● Level 3 BTEC Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering Development Knowledge - in Years 2 & 3 on block release to Make UK
● In house training in line with your requirements.
● Further qualifications deemed necessary by your employer
On completion of your studies, you will achieve your full apprenticeship certification that will prove competence as a Level 3 Engineering Technician.
Future Prospects
On successful completion of the programme, apprentices may have the opportunity to progress within Ishida into more specialised or senior technical roles. The company encourages internal progression and will support further qualifications aligned to career growth and business needs.
Vacancy Detail
We currently have an exciting opportunity for an Technical Electrical Project Engineering Apprentice – Level 3 to join the Design team in Woodgate, Birmingham.
About Ishida
Ishida a world leader in the design, manufacture and installation of weighing and packing line solutions, Ishida has an in-depth understanding of many diverse industries – from meat to confectionery, from snacks to frozen food and more. Ishida Europe has its headquarters in Birmingham, UK, and serves Europe, the Middle East and Africa (EMEA). We have wholly owned Ishida sales companies in 9 countries, and committed, experienced agents and distributors in a further 15 countries. Innovative weighing and packaging equipment plus complete line solutions for these territories are developed and constructed in our UK manufacturing facility.
Our people:
The wealth of knowledge and experience of Ishida personnel enables manufacturers to benefit from the best solutions to improve their weighing and packing operations. This allows customers to focus on their own business, while we focus on solving their challenges.
Our innovations:
Ishida Europe uses know-how, creativity and state-of-the art technology to develop weighing and packing solutions enabling our customers to stay ahead. We aim for continuous technical improvement - from our revolutionary multihead weighers and check weighers to our latest innovations such as the tray sealers and case packing systems.
Vacancy Description
We are seeking to employ and train a Technical Electrical Apprentice through advanced apprenticeships.
As an apprentice, you will be highly trained to work in the world of Engineering and Manufacturing in the Food Industry Sector the world’s leading supplier of Food Packaging Machines and Equipment.
The initial training and development phase will provide broad-based exposure to various aspects of electrical engineering within food packaging systems and production lines.
Following this phase, the successful candidate will be appointed as an Electrical Project Engineer, with a focus on the electrical functional design of automation systems. This role involves using proprietary software and engineering tools to create detailed electrical designs, which will be implemented, installed, and commissioned at customer sites.
The roles mentioned above will feature a range different engineering activities aligned to the job roles with a detailed development plan for the four years of their apprenticeship programme.
Key Responsibilities
• Assist in designing control panels, wiring layouts, and PLC integration of both Ishida manufactured equipment and OEM suppliers.
• Help ensure all designs comply with hygiene and safety standards (e.g. ISO, CE, EHEDG, IP ratings etc).
• Assist with Project Planning and Equipment Integration
• Collaborate on integrating electrical systems into existing production lines with minimal downtime.
• Help prepare electrical specifications, BOMs (bills of materials), and documentation packages for new equipment installations.
• Support senior engineers during site visits to install and commission equipment.
• Assist in I/O checks, motor testing, sensor calibration, and verifying automation functionality.
• Aid in FAT (Factory Acceptance Testing) and SAT (Site Acceptance Testing) procedures.
• Help troubleshoot and validate system performance based on food industry requirements.
• Help maintain accurate as-built drawings and manuals for electrical systems.
• Continuous Learning and Industry Familiarization
• Learn the unique challenges of the food production environment, including washdown requirements, clean design principles, and equipment reliability.
• Participate in training on automation systems, food safety standards.
What's in it for you?
Ishida has a generous benefits scheme which includes:
- 5% employer contribution pension
- Additional pension scheme up to 10% contribution
- Health Cash Plan
- Private Health Care
- Life Assurance
- Income Protection Scheme
- Help @ Hand (healthcare plan)
- Company Bonus Scheme
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Online Discounts & Vouchers
- Pay reviews
Other Information
We expect all our employees to have high levels of commitment with a strong work ethic. At Ishida Europe, we enable our people to strive for success through continuous learning and development. This means that promising young employees have the chance to rise through the ranks quickly.
Ishida Apprentices will have annual salary increases throughout their 4 years of the apprenticeship programme, as learning objectives are met.
When you have successfully completed your apprenticeship programme, there is potential for you to move into a full-time designated role within Ishida.
Please note that Make UK and Ishida reserve the right to close this advert with no notice, so apply now to avoid disappointment