Embedded Electronic Engineering Apprentice (Level 6)

Renishaw is a global engineering company that designs and builds high-precision technology used in industries like healthcare, transport, and manufacturing. From metal 3D printing to measurement systems, our innovations help make products more accurate, reliable, and efficient. We work closely with our customers to solve complex engineering and science challenges. Our unique blend of pioneering research and product innovation helps our customers to solve complex engineering and science challenges, meaning we touch billions of lives around the world. Our Early Careers cohort consists of around 195 Graduates, 203 Apprentices and 58 Placements. You are the people who can make a real difference. By bringing your new and innovative ideas you will help keep Renishaw at the forefront of the industry, and that’s why we invest if your continuous development and success from day one. Our Values At Renishaw you’ll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity, rewards integrity and merit, and where you’ll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We are proud of our strong working culture and work hard to promote diversity and inclusivity. We encourage our people to act in line with our core values of innovation, inspiration, integrity and involvement. What is an Embedded Electronic Engineering Apprentice? The role of the Embedded Electronic Engineer is to apply their knowledge of electronics and of embedded software to the design and development of electronic circuits, devices and systems. This apprenticeship combines college study and office/ lab-based work over a five-year period leading to a degree qualification. Successful apprentices will be able to use their work experience to undertake an Electronics Design Engineer role immediately after qualification. What will I do? In Year 1, your time will be split between studying for a degree and working within Renishaw, gaining valuable experience, and allowing you to apply your theoretical knowledge to practical projects. During this period, you will receive in-house training to give you the fundamental knowledge and skills required for your apprenticeship. You will be supervised by engineers who are experts in their fields. The training is designed to allow you to continually build on the skills that are being taught which range from: Electronic schematic design Printed circuit board (PCB) layout Structured programming for embedded systems (software and firmware) Mathematical modelling Design and testing methodology. Years 2 and 3 will include dedicated placements within the electronics groups in various divisions across Renishaw, allowing you to work on real projects and products. Years 4 and 5 will allow you to begin specialising and develop your skills in a specific field of your knowledge within the company, finally in Year 5 finishing your studies with a BEng (Hons), completing your apprenticeship through an End Point Assessment (EPA) and taking up an appointment within a Renishaw division. What qualification will I achieve? You will study towards a BEng (Hons) in Electronic and Computer Engineering, accredited by the University of the West of England (UWE) on a day release scheme. The course is initially delivered by Gloucester College with the final 2 years delivered directly by UWE. There will be regular reviews with the education teams from Gloucester College and UWE, together with support from Renishaw to ensure both academic and apprenticeship qualifications are successfully met. Where will I be working? This role is based at our New Mills site near Wotton-under-Edge, Gloucestershire. You will need the ability to travel independently to college and work. What skills and qualifications do I need? Three A levels which must include Maths and two of the following subjects: Computing/Computer Science; Design and Technology; Electronics; Engineering; ICT; Further Maths Applicants must have the minimum of 120 UCAS points (in the new tariff system) which equates to BBB. Please provide predicted grades if you are still studying A strong interest in programming and Electronics. What’s the application process? At Renishaw, we want to get to know you—your strengths, passions, and what excites you about starting an apprenticeship. That’s why we don’t ask for a CV or focus on your past experience or specific skills. Our process is simple and designed to discover your potential! Here’s what to expect: Easy Apply – no CV needed! Simply add in your contact details and education history (this is required for the qualification you’ll complete). Applications close on 22nd February, the sooner you apply the better! Online Assessments*: Complete an interactive task-based online assessment to help us understand your key strengths. Plus, you’ll receive personalised feedback afterward to help you gain a deeper understanding of your own strengths. Telephone Call with the Early Talent Academy-Renishaw team: this not an interview! Just a chance for us to have a conversation around what made you apply and what makes you a great fit! After the call, you’ll answer a few short questions that we’ll send to you to finalise your application. Assessment Centre: meet the team and get a great feel for why Renishaw is for you! This will take place mid-March and we will discuss all relevant dates with you beforehand. * The assessments are just one part of our process; the final decision is made by line managers and the recruitment team based on your overall performance. We use testing to help structure interviews and guide the assessment centre process, supporting us in making well-rounded recruitment decisions. Equal Opportunities Renishaw are committed to providing reasonable adjustments to make interviews and jobs more accessible. Should you have any difficulty during the recruitment process, or require any reasonable adjustments please contact the team on [email removed]