Mechatronic Apprentice

It’s not just about your career or job titleIt’s about who you are and the impact you will make on the world. Because whether it’s for each other or our customers, we put People First. When our people come together, we Expand the Possible and continuously look for ways to improve what we create and how we do it. If you are constantly striving to grow, you’re in good company. We are revolutionizing the way the world moves for future generations, and we want someone who is ready to move with us.

Are you interested in the practical side of engineering or hands on activities and looking for an opportunity that offers variety, a qualification and potential career growth? If so, this could be the role for you

Wabtec (Faiveley Transport Tamworth (FTT)) are offering an exciting opportunity where you will learn to undertake detailed tasks to become a fully-fledged cross functional engineer whilst working towards achieving a Maintenance and Operations Engineering Technician Level 3.

You will have the opportunity to work in a number of departments (including Stores, Electro Mechanical/Door Section, and the Electronics Department to ensure that you develop a wide range of mechanical skills.

We are fully committed to support you during your training and as an apprentice you will be an integral part of the team.

Located in Barton Under Needwood, Wabtec Corporation is one of the UK’s leading railway engineering companies. The company undertakes the repair, refurbishment, of train doors, door operating mechanisms and electronic support equipment.

Our Vision: “Revolutionize the way the world moves for future generations” do you have what it takes to deliver for our customers?

As a multi skilled technician you will work within various departments and your development will include:

- Safe and Professional working practices including legislation, regulation, industry procedures and safety requirements.
- Career skills such as time management, working analytically, communication and organisation.
- Understanding engineering drawings.
- Learn how to handle equipment safely and correctly.
- Use systematic faults diagnosis techniques to assist in the rectification of mechanical and pneumatic, systems.
- Disassembly & assembly of electronic components, doors and door mechanisms.
- Familiarisation with the company’s systems and procedures.
- Some administrative duties as and when required.

Adherence to Company Health & Safety Policy and safety regulations is essential.

You will engage in continuous learning and development activities as part of the apprenticeship programme, including attendance at college and on-the-job training.

What We Offer:

- Comprehensive on the job training leading to a Level 3 qualification.
- A supportive learning environment with opportunities for personal and professional growth.
- Hands-on experience in a dynamic business setting.
- Regular feedback and guidance from mentors.
- A steppingstone to a rewarding career in Mechanical Engineering

What We Offer:

- Comprehensive on the job training leading to a Level 3 qualification.
- A supportive learning environment with opportunities for personal and professional growth.
- Hands-on experience in a dynamic business setting.
- Regular feedback and guidance from mentors.
- A steppingstone to a rewarding career in Mechanical Engineering

Who are we?
- Wabtec Corporation is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services for freight and transit rail as well as the mining, marine, and industrial markets. Drawing on nearly four centuries of collective experience across Wabtec, GE Transportation, and Faiveley Transport, the company has grown to become One Wabtec, with unmatched digital expertise, technological innovation, and world-class manufacturing and services, enabling the digital-rail-and-transit ecosystems.
- Wabtec is focused on performance that drives progress and unlocks our customers’ potential by delivering innovative and lasting transportation solutions that move and improve the world. We are lifelong learners obsessed with making things better to drive exceptional results. Wabtec has approximately 27K employees in facilities throughout the world. Visit our website to learn more
- Our Commitment to Embrace Diversity:

- Wabtec is a global company that invests not just in our products, but also our people by embracing diversity and inclusion. We care about our relationships with our employees and take pride in celebrating the variety of experiences, expertise, and backgrounds that bring us together. At Wabtec, we aspire to create a place where we all belong and where diversity is welcomed and appreciated.
- To fulfill that commitment, we rely on a culture of leadership, diversity, and inclusion. We aim to employ the world’s brightest minds to help us create a limitless source of ideas and opportunities. We have created a space where everyone is given the opportunity to contri