Mechatronic Apprenticeship

Overview

Mechatronic Apprenticeship at Babcock International Group

Programme start date:
September 2026.

Location:

Rosyth, Fife, Scotland. Level: SCQF Level
7. Salary:
Year 1 £ 15,974;
Year 2 £ 22,857;
Year 3 £ 25,728;
Year 4 £ 29,274. Final date to receive applications: 12 March 2026.

• Gain experience in routine and reactive maintenance of automated systems and CNC machines.
• Work with mechanical and electrical subsystems, including PLCs, soft start & inverter drives, pneumatic and hydraulic systems.
• Diagnose faults, support repairs and upgrades, and respond to breakdowns to minimise downtime.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives to enhance reliability, performance and safety.
• Develop expertise in machine alignment, positional offsets, precision setup, and sensor feedback.
• Balance on-site practical engineering with collaboration across multiple technical disciplines.

You’ll attend college and receive on-site training. Time allocation (approximate):
Year 1 at Fife College (full-time);
Years 2–4 primarily at work with Year 3 combining college as needed; final year focuses on logbooks and qualification requirements. Upon successful completion, you’ll gain a Modern Apprenticeship Qualification at SCQF Level 7 in Engineering – Asset Lifecycle and Maintenance.

Potential career progression within Babcock via the Role Framework with clear pathways. Opportunity to pursue an HNC in a related field after completion.

• A minimum of 4 National 5s including Maths at grade B and Physics, English and a Technical/Science Subject at grade C or above.
• Willingness to learn, ask questions, collaborate, and genuine interest in the subject.
• Ability to follow instructions, plan work with safety as a priority.
• Ability to work well in a team and show respect to colleagues, customers, and supervisors.
• Security clearance requirements: BPSS and Security Check (SC). Some programmes may be affected by Security Clearance and Trade Control restrictions. Details at

• Fully funded qualification
• Personal development training and opportunities
• Minimum 28 days holiday including bank holidays
• Competitive pension scheme
• Employee share scheme
• Flexible benefits including cycle to work and employee shopping portal

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis; programme may close early if there is high interest. Submit applications quickly and complete any required online assessments to be considered.

• Seniority level:
  Entry level
• Employment type:
  
  Internship
• Job function:
  Engineering and Information Technology
• Industries:
  Defense and Space Manufacturing