Advanced Apprentice Naval Ships Shipbuilding Design Engineer Glasgow

Job Title:    Advanced Apprentice Naval Ships Design Engineer Glasgow

Location: Glasgow

Salary: 
Starting from £21,353 with annual progression through the scheme duration.

What you will be doing:
This apprenticeship will enable you to gain experience in Design Engineering, on British and export contracts. 
You will be trained to deliver the following:

• Use 3D modelling/CAD Software to design ships structure, internal layouts, pipework, electrical & ventilation systems. 
• Produce and develop designs in line with specifications and all quality and technical standards.
• Carry out detail design appraisals in assigned areas to ensure all standards are maintained.
• Carry out investigations into operational problems or developments.
• Develop and prepare solutions, individually or as a member of a team.

Specific activities could include:
Design Engineering Apprentices undertake a range of Detail Design activities in line with company processes, quality requirements and design standards. Provide guidance and support across the business to multiple functions. Support the design and build objectives through collaboration with key stakeholders collectively achieving key milestones for the business. Promote a positive safety and quality culture whilst carrying out role requirements.

What Qualification Will You Get?
–    SCQF Level 6 Engineering Technical Support (Services) 
–    HNC Engineering Systems 
–    HND Engineering Systems
–    PEO & SVQ level 2

Overview of Business Unit
As an island nation, the UK has a proud history of world-class naval engineering. As part of our UK Maritime Sector, Naval Ships designs, builds and delivers complex warships and combat systems, and you could play a vital role in its future.

Our progression opportunities span from engineering to operations, and supply chain. You could join us and help shape the future of the fleet for a generation to come.
We’ve got great projects for you to work on, like the Royal Navy’s new Type 26 Global Combat Ship – a highly capable and versatile multi-mission warship designed to support anti-submarine warfare, air defence and general purpose operations anywhere on the world’s oceans.

Our combat systems are in operation in more than 20 countries around the world and this technology is vital in providing crew members with the information and capabilities they need to operate effectively, whether protecting the world’s shipping lanes or providing humanitarian relief.

We’re always looking to the future and we are committed to investing in our people to help them realise their career potential in an exciting and vibrant environment, working with the best talent in the industry.

Benefits:
You’ll receive benefits including a competitive pension scheme, enhanced annual leave allowance and a Company contributed Share Incentive Plan. You’ll also have access to additional benefits such as flexible working, an employee assistance programme, Cycle2work and employee discounts – you may also be eligible for an annual incentive.   

Team: 
Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it’s what we do at BAE Systems. A career here means using your passion and ingenuity to defend national security with breakthrough technology and intelligence solutions. It’s rewarding work that truly makes a difference. And as you tackle critical projects, you’ll work alongside a supportive team – driven by a shared ambition to protect what really matters. At BAE Systems, you’ll find an extraordinary career where you can realize your true potential.  

Why BAE Systems?
This is a place where you’ll be able to make a real difference. You’ll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity, rewards integrity and merit, and where you’ll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and particularly from sections of the community who are currently under represented within our industry, including women, ethnic minorities, people with disabilities and LGBTQ+ individuals.

We also want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc.) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments.

Export control/Security
Please be aware that many roles working for BAE Systems will be subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors including your nationality, any previous nationalities you have held, and your place of birth may limit those roles you can perform for the organisation.
 

4 National 5s Grade C or above (or equivalent) – Maths, English, Science or Technical plus three Highers at grade C or above in English, Maths, Science or Technical or equivalent (excluding Application of Maths).