Hm023038 - Apprentice Machinist

**IMPROVING LIVES BY MAKING JOURNEYS SAFER, CLEANER AND SMARTER.**

HORIBA MIRA has over 75 years of heritage in developing some of the world’s most iconic vehicles. Our engineers utilise the latest test facilities and simulation tools to make vehicles and journeys safer, cleaner, more efficient and rewarding. Every journey in the world is positively influenced by us.

We are a very diverse organisation and, since our acquisition by HORIBA in 2015, operate from an increasingly global perspective.

**Advanced Apprenticeships Sep 2024**

**Apprentice Machining Technician**

Our Prototype Build department is a multi-skilled group, turning concepts into physical reality. With a fully equipped machine shop, 3D additive printing, electrical build facilities, fabrication / welding services and a prototype assembly hall, the department can manufacture unique, early prototypes through to low volume production runs.

Over 42 months, you will follow the Level 3 Machining Technician advanced apprenticeship, involving college day release whilst being supported in the workplace by an experienced engineering team as well as our network of apprentices and graduates.

Over this period, you will develop the knowledge and skills to perform the following:

- Machining of various materials to supplied engineering drawings and tolerances.
- Use of manual lathes, milling machines, saws, surface grinders and other traditional machines.
- Basic CNC programming & machining skills for efficient component manufacture.
- Material handling including goods in/out, identification, quality checks and inspection measurements.
- Maintaining a safe and clean working environment.
- Input to continuous improvement and problem resolution activities.

**Working at MIRA**

We have a fantastic culture, which is something that inspires and retains our people. You can see more about who we are and what we can offer you on our new careers website.

**Entry Requirements**:
Applicants should be able to demonstrate:

- Experience of traditional manual lathes, milling machines, cutting machines, and Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing. CNC programming and CAD/CAM experience.
- Preferably be studying towards, or have achieved, a BTEC qualification, NVQ, or T-level in a manufacturing or engineering discipline.
- An interest in vehicles, including working of vehicles at work and an appreciation of latest vehicle technologies.
- Ability to follow Health & Safety guidelines.
- UK driving licence.

You should also be a UK/EU/EEA national or have lived and have had a right to work in the UK for 3 years or more.
- Customer focus
- Communication
- Teamworking
- Creativity
- Resilience

**Assessment process**:
If you meet our eligibility criteria, we will then ask you to complete some aptitude tests, with successful applicants then progressing to a short assessment day where we can meet each other. This will take place at our MIRA Technology Institute in April, so your diary must be available for this.

**Closing date for Applications: Friday 1**st** March**
- Right to work: - HORIBA MIRA actively promotes diversity and inclusion across our organisation. Please note that this role is not on the Home Office list of occupations eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route. _