Apprentice Welding Engineer

Introduction

We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Apprentice Welding Engineer to join our Technical Assurance Team within our Energy business, where we design, build and maintain critical national infrastructure on behalf of the UK’s gas transmission and distribution network owners.

Working alongside experienced Welding Engineers and Technical Assurance professionals, you will develop the knowledge, skills and behaviours required to become a competent Welding Engineer in the UK energy infrastructure sector. You will support the delivery of major transmission and distribution projects by helping ensure welding activities, materials, fabrication and construction are delivered safely, compliantly and to the highest quality standards. This apprenticeship offers an excellent opportunity to gain nationally recognised engineering qualifications while developing practical experience in welding engineering, quality assurance, materials, inspection, non‑destructive testing (NDT), technical compliance and digital assurance within a highly regulated industry.

Working alongside our experienced Welding Engineers and Technical Assurance team, you will:

• Learn how weld engineering supports the safe delivery of major energy infrastructure projects.
• Assist with reviewing engineering drawings, specifications and technical documentation.
• Develop an understanding of welding procedures, materials, weld maps and material traceability.
• Support the preparation and management of project documentation, technical records and compliance trackers.
• Gain experience of welding inspection and Non‑Destructive Testing (NDT) techniques used to verify the quality of welded joints.
• Assist with site visits, audits and inspections to ensure work is completed safely and in accordance with project and industry standards.
• Learn how to identify and record quality issues, supporting the implementation of corrective actions where required.
• Receive training in digital engineering and quality assurance systems used to manage welding records, inspections and project compliance.
• Work closely with engineering, construction and quality teams while developing your technical knowledge and practical experience.
• Attend project meetings and contribute to the delivery of safe, high‑quality engineering solutions.
• Complete your apprenticeship programme while working towards recognised engineering qualifications, supported by experienced mentors throughout your development.

You will be fully supported to continue your professional development upon completion of this programme.

• Communication skills
• IT skills
• Attention to detail
• Organisation skills
• Customer care skills
• Problem‑solving skills
• Presentation skills
• Administrative skills
• Number skills
• Analytical skills

Essential – GCSE – 5 including English, Maths & Science, Tech or Eng – 4-9/A;
Essential – UCAS Points – must include Maths and Science or Engineering – 96.

Course:
Manufacturing engineer (degree) (level
6)
Level: 6
Route:
Engineering and manufacturing
Apprenticeship Level: Degree

Working Week:
Monday – Friday, shifts to be confirmed.
Expected Duration: 4 Years
Training Provider: UNIVERSITY OF GREATER MANCHESTER

This employer is part of the Disability Confident scheme, committed to employing disabled people.