Electromechanical Apprentice

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Sulzer is a leading engineering company with a proud heritage of innovation. Join our global team to grow your expertise and develop innovative solutions that enable a prosperous and more sustainable society.# About the role

Kick‑start your engineering career at Sulzer’s Birmingham HQ Service Centre, a state‑of‑the‑art facility and the UK hub for high‑voltage testing, large rotating equipment repairs, and advanced engineering solutions. This is where big, complex, industrial‑scale engineering happens — and you’ll be right at the heart of it.
Our Engineering Apprenticeship Programme gives you hands‑on experience with real machinery, world‑class equipment, and expert engineers who’ll help you build the skills and confidence for a long-term career in the industry.
** Job Responsibilities
*** Assist with dismantling, inspecting and rebuilding large rotating equipment such as motors, generators and industrial components.
* Support engineers with mechanical and electrical repair work, including cleaning, fault‑finding and basic refurbishment tasks.
* Learn to operate workshop tools, lifting gear and specialised machinery safely and correctly.
* Help with testing activities, including preparation of components for high‑voltage and performance tests.
* Take part in machining, fitting, winding or assembly tasks depending on workshop needs and training stage.
* Maintain workshop organisation, ensuring tools, parts and work areas meet safety and quality standards.
* Follow engineering processes and record work accurately to support high‑quality service delivery.
* Shadow experienced technicians to build practical knowledge, technical capability and real‑world engineering experience.
* Contribute to team projects across different stages of repair, overhaul and testing.
** Job Qualifications
*** 3 predicted or achieved GCSE Grade 4 (or equivalent), which must include Maths and English.
* A strong genuine interest in mechanical engineering and practical hands-on work.
* Enthusiastic, motivated, and eager to learn new skills.
* Good problem-solving abilities and a keen eye for detail.
* Ability to work effectively as part of a team and individually.
* Good communication and interpersonal skills.
* A proactive attitude towards safety and quality.
* Willingness to commit to a multi-year apprenticeship program involving both practical work and academic study.# What we offer you
* Increasing pay throughout the apprenticeship
* Mentoring and support from expert technicians
* Training and development programme
* Work with new technologies and exciting applications
* Sponsored educational opportunities and pathways to higher education
* Opportunity to complete part of your apprenticeship at another site in the UK
* Opportunity to work abroad with customers all over the world
* Potential for a permanent role with Sulzer upon successful completion of the apprenticeship
* Continuous progression within the company
* Apprentice community of over 80 apprentices across the UK
* 33 days holiday, inclusive of bank holidays
* Pension plan
** Year 1:
** Our apprentices will attend college full time during their first year as an apprentice while they work towards a Level 2 or 3 qualification. Here you will learn the basics needed for your role with us at Sulzer.

** Years 2, 3 & 4:
** Join the team at Sulzer—You’ll be supported in putting the practical skills you learnt at college into real work. To support your development, you will be offered internal training and mentoring while working towards a Level 3 qualification and final Apprenticeship Standard.

Sulzer is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in the strength of a diverse workforce and are committed to offering an inclusive work environment.

We are proud to be recognized as a Top Employer 2026 in Brazil, Canada, China, Finland, Germany, Ireland, Mexico, Switzerland, South Africa, the UK and the USA.
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