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Level 3 - Electrical Engineer Apprentice (Control Panel Building)

Interpanel Limited · Hawkins Lane · posted 20 August 2026

Wage
£15,600 a year
Hours
37.5 hours a week
Duration
3 Years 4 Months
Level
Advanced (Level 3)
Standard
Engineering maintenance technician - single discipline (level 3)
Starts
15 October 2026
Closing date
10 October 2026
Positions
1

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As an Electrical Engineer Apprentice, you’ll work alongside experienced engineers and learn how to build and test electrical control panels used in a wide range of industries.

Your day-to-day duties will include:

  • Building electrical control panels
  • Wiring electrical components using engineering drawings
  • Learning how to read electrical schematics and diagrams
  • Using hand and power tools safely
  • Testing completed control panels to make sure they work correctly
  • Helping to identify and fix faults
  • Keeping your work area clean, organised and safe
  • Working as part of the engineering team on a variety of projects
  • Following company quality and health & safety procedures
  • Developing your skills through practical work and your apprenticeship training
  • As your experience grows, you’ll take on more responsibility and learn more advanced aspects of electrical engineering and industrial automation

Your training

Engineering Maintenance Technician - single discipline - Level 3.

The apprentice will receive the majority of their training in the workplace, learning from experienced machine operators and supervisors. They will also complete off-the-job training as part of their apprenticeship programme, delivered by the training provider through a combination of workplace learning and scheduled online training sessions. Regular reviews will be held to monitor progress and support the apprentice throughout their programme.

Where it leads

What You’ll Receive:

  • Recognised apprenticeship
  • Full training from experienced engineers
  • Opportunity to work on real engineering projects
  • Career progression opportunities in your chosen route

About Interpanel Limited

About Us

At Interpanel, we design, manufacture, install and commission bespoke electrical control panels and automation solutions for a wide range of industrial sectors. We pride ourselves on delivering high-quality engineering solutions and developing the next generation of engineers through practical, hands-on training.

As our business continues to grow, we’re looking for an enthusiastic Electrical Engineer Apprentice to join our team and develop into a highly skilled Control Panel Engineer.

Why Join Interpanel?

Joining Interpanel means becoming part of a growing engineering business where quality, innovation and continuous improvement are at the heart of everything we do. You’ll receive mentoring from experienced engineers, work on a wide range of industrial automation projects, and build the skills needed for a long-term career in electrical engineering.

 

If you’re enthusiastic about engineering, enjoy practical work, and want to build a career in industrial electrical control systems, we’d love to hear from you.

Skills they're looking for

Communication skillsAttention to detailOrganisation skillsCustomer care skillsProblem solving skillsNumber skillsAnalytical skillsLogicalTeam workingCreativeInitiativeNon judgementalPatience

Entry requirements

  • GCSE English language (grade 5) — essential
  • GCSE Maths (grade 5) — essential
  • GCSE Physics (or combined Science) (grade 5) — essential

Where you'll work

  • UNIT 22, NORTHSIDE BUSINESS PARK, HAWKINS LANE, BURTON ON TRENT, DE14 1DB

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