Engineering Apprentice (Electrical) - Apprentice Scheme 2026

About the Role

As an Engineering Apprentice (Electrical) you will join an engineering team responsible for maintaining, repairing and upgrading assets across the electricity network, collaborating with engineers, power‑network craftspersons and specialists from procurement, finance and telecommunications to ensure safe electricity supply under all operating conditions. • Attend the designated training provider and develop a strong understanding of the technical knowledge and skills required for the role. • Act as an ambassador for UKAEA at external outreach, engagement and careers events.

Key Responsibilities

• ▸technical training
• ▸asset maintenance
• ▸repair
• ▸upgrade
• ▸collaboration
• ▸outreach

What You Bring

The role is based at Culham, Oxfordshire and may be hybrid, though apprentices are encouraged to be onsite especially during the first few months. Employees must complete an online Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) and DBS checks as part of the recruitment process. The apprenticeship lasts 48 months and includes successful completion of the nationally recognised Mechatronics Maintenance Technician qualification, attendance at a training provider to develop required technical knowledge, and acting as an ambassador for UKAEA at outreach and careers events. Applicants need a minimum of 5 GCSEs at grade A–C (9–4) including Maths and English, strong interpersonal and communication skills, and a demonstrated interest and aptitude for the chosen area of work; additional or higher‑level qualifications may be required by the training provider. • Successfully complete the nationally recognised Mechatronics maintenance technician qualification (Skills England). • A minimum of 5 GCSEs at grade A–C (9–4), including Maths and English. • Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to work effectively with others. • Demonstrated interest in, and aptitude for, the chosen area of work.

Requirements

• ▸mechatronics
• ▸gcse maths
• ▸gcse english
• ▸communication
• ▸interpersonal
• ▸aptitude

Benefits

If you want to help shape the future of the world’s energy, an apprenticeship at UKAEA offers 20% dedicated study time, a supportive community of learners, encouragement to achieve qualifications and access to the Culham Sports and Social Club. You will also benefit from generous annual leave, a corporate bonus scheme up to 7%, relocation assistance if eligible, an Employee Assistance Programme with trained Mental Health First Aiders, and a vibrant, inclusive culture. Through UKAEA’s Apprenticeship Scheme you will build technical expertise, practical experience and wider professional skills via a mix of formal off‑the‑job learning and on‑the‑job training in a real working environment.

Work Environment

Hybrid