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Design Engineer Apprenticeship
Leyland has sole responsibility for the engineering design and development of the DAF XB product within the PACCAR organisation. As an apprentice you will gain a significant amount of knowledge through undertaking a structured rotation around various mechanical and electrical design functions whilst studying towards a degree qualification in your applicable engineering discipline. You will gain CAD skills and an insight into design areas including chassis, powertrain, cabs and electrical systems.
For those looking to specialise in electrical design you will gain more in-depth skills and knowledge whilst working in areas including electronics, CAN/networking, embedded software/diagnostics, electrical wiring/circuits, systems engineering, requirements definition/capture and management. You will also gain skills on advanced technologies such as those involved with architecture, concepts, safety systems, electrification and levels of driver assistance leading towards vehicle autonomy.
You will acquire the skills and knowledge necessary to undertake the role of a design engineer upon completion of this scheme.
The apprenticeship will last up to six years and results in an academic degree BEng (Hons) in either Mechanical or Electronic Engineering. You will study at UCLan on a day release basis. We are recruiting for 3 Design Engineer Apprentices this year.
What we are looking for
To apply, you will need a Level 3 qualification in an engineering related subject (96 UCAS points). You will also possess a minimum of 5 GCSEs at grade 4 or higher, including Maths, English and a Science.
With a keen, demonstrable interest in engineering and electronics technologies, you will be eager to learn and be able to adapt to a changing environment. With the ability to use your own initiative, you will take co-responsibility for your development within the business and help shape your future career.
Benefits
A competitive starting salary of £17,924 rising during each year of the scheme; 33 days of holiday (which includes statutory holidays); a pension scheme and medical support schemes.
Application Process
Please complete the online form. The closing date for applications is Friday 1st March 2024.
Leyland Trucks is an Equal Opportunities Employer. If you would like to discuss any adjustments that we can implement to assist you to complete your application, please contact us on 01772 625883 or leyland.jobs@paccar.com.