Hitachi Energy Ireland Limited
Providing innovative energy solutions for a sustainable, electrified future.
Engineering Apprentice - London
General engineering apprenticeship rotating through design & hardware, studying for BEng Railway Eng.
Job Highlights
About the Role
• Develop engineering knowledge through structured learning and on‑the‑job training. • Deliver tasks on time and to required quality standards. • Expand skills within engineering disciplines and effectively communicate issues.
Key Responsibilities
- ▸skill development
- ▸task delivery
- ▸quality standards
- ▸engineering skills
- ▸issue communication
What You Bring
The General Engineering Apprenticeship in London offers a sponsored pathway to a BEng in Railway Engineering, combining structured learning with hands‑on experience across systems design and hardware engineering. Apprentices rotate through design, estimation, programme planning and implementation, supporting bids, services and projects. Through the degree apprenticeship you will study at London South Bank University, gaining interdisciplinary knowledge to design, build, operate and manage complex rail infrastructure and systems, meeting the growing demand for sustainable transport professionals. We seek enthusiastic, self‑motivated individuals with a genuine interest in engineering. Candidates should be able to manage their time, show initiative, and demonstrate self‑discipline while aspiring to achieve a degree qualification. Entry requirements include A‑Level BBB (including maths or physical sciences) or equivalent qualifications such as BTEC DDM, EAL Technical Extended Diploma, Access to HE with strong maths/science components, and five GCSEs (A‑C) including English and Maths. Applications close at 11.59 pm on Sunday 29 March 2026, and successful candidates must have UK work permission by the start date. Some roles may require baseline security clearance.
Requirements
- ▸beng
- ▸railway engineering
- ▸a‑level
- ▸btec
- ▸self‑motivated
- ▸security clearance
Benefits
Hitachi Rail is committed to employee development, offering market‑leading training, mentorship, internal career progression, and flexible working options such as part‑time, job sharing, home working and adjustable start/finish times. • Earn a BEng in Railway Engineering while working at a global industry leader. • Gain hands‑on experience in design, estimation, programme planning and implementation. • Enjoy flexible working arrangements, including part‑time, job sharing and home working. • Benefit from market‑leading training, mentorship and internal promotion opportunities.
Work Environment
Onsite