Degree Apprentice - Design and Development Engineering
Siemens
Design
Cheshire East, UK · Congleton, UK · Blacon, Chester CH1, UK
Posted on Dec 20, 2024
Job Description
Job ID
448155
Company
Siemens plc
Organization
Digital Industries
Job Family
Internal Services
Experience Level
not defined
Full Time / Part Time
Full-time
Contract Type
Fixed Term
Starting salary: £21,565
Location: Congleton
Duration: 48 months
Start date: September 2025
Joining Siemens is more than just a job – It’s a rewarding journey with growth, benefits, and a diverse, encouraging environment. Your success, health and well-being matter to us.
You will join a community of like-minded early career professionals where you will have the opportunity to bond and grow with team-building activities and you’ll be able to solve real business problems.
Did you know we’re scrapping the CV? We believe skills can be developed, and potential can be nurtured. We’re not so interested in what you’ve done – we care most about who you are and what you can do. Your CV will still need to be attached but it will not be seen by a hiring manager until the selection process has been completed.
We receive a lot of applications to our early careers programmes at Siemens and so we may close the advert early, please make sure you apply as soon as you can!
What would my working day be like?
You are encouraged to be in the office most of the time, as we believe this dynamic environment is the best place to learn, network and have fun whilst being an early careers professional.
Your role will include:
- Planning and leading on projects or other relevant programmes of work that provides critical analysis, continuous improvement and problem solving to support research, design and development activities.
- Being a part of the development of new products and technology.
- Analysing requirements and considering any legal implications and limitations to ensure conformity to national or international legislation as well as complying with customer requirements.
- Designing, validating and maintaining the mechanical, electrical or integrated system components to ensure they meet the required specification and customer requirements.
- Completing a BEng Honours or BSc Honours degree accredited by the Engineering Council licensed Professional Engineering Institution (PEI) that will support the fundamental scientific and mathematical principles that equip you with the understanding required to operate effectively and efficiently at a high level within any sector. This will be supported by vocational training to develop the required competencies specific to roles within the chosen sector.
What do I need to apply?
- You will have achieved 5 GCSE’s at level 4 or above (Grade C or above) including English Language and Mathematics.
- You will have achieved or be on track to achieve at least 2 A-Level’s including Mathematics and at least one further STEM based subject such as Physics, ICT, Computing or Electronics.
- We also welcome applications from those with a BTEC Level 3 certificate in related subject area with at least a DDM grading.
- A British Sign Language (BSL) qualification is an alternative to the English qualification for those whose primary language is BSL.
The entry requirement for this apprenticeship is a minimum of 104 UCAS points therefore you must be on track to achieve or have already achieved this to be accepted onto our apprenticeship scheme.
What is in it for me?
Through working at Siemens, you will have access to a wide range of benefits.
Siemens offers 26 days of paid holiday, and we embrace our corporate responsibility, offering 5 paid volunteering days that allow you to make a meaningful impact on society. We also offer discounts on everyday spending as well as subsidised gym memberships and more.
To celebrate completing your early careers programme, you will also be invited to our Early Careers Gala!
We believe belonging transforms...
At Siemens, diversity isn't just a word – it's our driving force for innovation. We take pride in our inclusive work environment, and we ensure everyone is seen. Having a broader and deeper range of perspectives at Siemens supports our ability to remain innovative. It enables us to continue creating world-class solutions, products, and services that transform the everyday.
We always want to ensure we accommodate everyone at Siemens; If your application makes it to the assessment stage of our process, please reach out to the recruiter who has been in contact with you and let us know of any requirements you have.
'Belonging Transforms’ is at the heart of Siemens Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion; learn more with this link.
The future is exciting at Siemens, and we’d love you to be a part of it.
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