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Electronic & Mechanical Engineering Apprenticeship

Xenint Limited · Weston Super Mare · posted 9 September 2026

Wage
£15,600 to £24,784.50 a year
Hours
37.5 hours a week
Duration
3 Years 6 Months
Level
Advanced (Level 3)
Standard
Engineering fitter (level 3)
Starts
1 October 2026
Closing date
25 September 2026
Positions
1

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Due to the nature of this role you must be 18 years or older and hold a full UK driving license.

Are you curious about how things work and interested in technology, design and manufacturing? We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic Engineering Apprentice to join our team and develop a broad range of practical engineering skills while working alongside experienced engineers and technicians.

This is an exciting opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a dynamic engineering environment, learning about design, manufacturing, testing and problem-solving while working towards a recognised apprenticeship qualification. 

You will gain experience across a variety of engineering activities, including CAD design, prototyping, testing, assembly and maintenance. You will learn how to read engineering drawings, operate specialist equipment and develop the technical knowledge needed for a successful career in engineering.

What You'll Be Doing

  • Learning to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical documentation.
  • Developing skills in CAD and engineering design software.
  • Operating 3D printers and using slicing software.
  • Supporting research, development and testing activities.
  • Building and assembling mechanical, electronic and prototype systems.
  • Conducting laboratory testing, recording results and analysing data.
  • Developing fault-finding and diagnostic skills.
  • Supporting the maintenance of workshop and laboratory equipment.
  • Following quality, health and safety standards and company procedures.

Where it leads

Following successful completion of your apprenticeship, there may be opportunities to continue your professional development with XENINT. Depending on your interests, performance and chosen career pathway, this could include progressing towards a degree-level engineering apprenticeship or developing further as an experienced technician, with the potential to progress into a Lead Technician role.

About Xenint Limited

XENINT is a small, UK-based research, development and engineering business delivering technology-led projects across software, electronics and applied research.  We have grown significantly over the past ten years while working hard to maintain an environment where our teams can be innovative, develop new ideas and solve complex engineering problems, often using cutting-edge technologies and methods.  We have a strong track record of supporting apprentices at different stages of their careers, from those studying at college through to degree apprentices and colleagues who have recently completed their apprenticeships.

Things to consider

  • From time to time, you may also be required to attend off-site engineering trials and testing activities. You will need a full UK driving license.
  • Be aged 18 or over.
  • Be a UK national and be able to meet the requirements for UK Security Vetting (UKSV), including BPSS and the required level of security clearance. 
  • You must be able to comply with the zero-drugs policy which is required as part of the security clearance. Employees may be subject to random drug and alcohol testing in accordance with this.

Skills they're looking for

Attention to detailOrganisation skillsProblem solving skillsAdministrative skillsNumber skillsAnalytical skillsTeam workingPatience

Entry requirements

  • GCSE English (grade 4/C or above or equivalent) — essential
  • GCSE Maths (grade 4/C or above or equivalent) — essential

Where you'll work

  • THE HIVE, 6 BEAUFIGHTER ROAD, WESTON SUPER MARE, BS24 8EE

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