Apprenticeships at Siemens. A world of opportunities for school leavers

Apprenticeships at Siemens A world of opportunities for school leavers www.siemens.co.uk/careers Are you a school leaver that dares to ask? Your gui...
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Are you a school leaver that dares to ask? Your guide to apprenticeships at Siemens.

What does an apprenticeship involve? An advanced apprenticeship at Siemens takes between three and four years to complete. Our apprenticeship programmes will provide you with the opportunity to continue your academic studies at a local college and your first year will be spent studying full-time, before joining us for ‘hands-on’ training. You will gain an NVQ level 3 in an engineering discipline, plus a technical engineering qualification and will then enter a full time position within Siemens. A higher apprenticeship at Siemens takes between two and four years to complete and offers a combination of

academic and ‘hands-on’ training to gain level 4 qualifications – an NVQ and a relevant HNC.

Craft and Technician Apprenticeship – Mechanical Engineering

Craft and Technician Apprenticeship – Electrical/Electronic Engineering

By completing your apprenticeship you will also be able to apply for professional registration to Eng. Tech. level with the relevant professional body.

Our apprenticeship in Mechanical Engineering will enable you to gain skills and knowledge that can be applied to research, design, development, manufacture and testing of tools and machines. Mechanical engineering is one of the broadest engineering disciplines; it covers areas such as manufacturing, installation, maintenance, testing, inspection and computer aided design (CAD).

Our apprenticeship in Electrical and Electronic Engineering will enable you to gain skills and knowledge that can be applied to test and modify developmental or operational electrical machinery and control equipment. This covers a wide range of activities, such as the installation of electrical/ electronic equipment, designing electronic circuits, plus motor/ generators manufacturing and testing.

What are the entry requirements? For an advanced apprenticeship you should have, or be expecting a minimum of four GCSE’s or equivalent at grade C or above including: • Maths • English • Science Other relevant higher level qualifications such as A levels, NVQ’s and Diplomas are required for a higher apprenticeship.

“I was first introduced to engineering when I went on a tour of Siemens’ manufacturing facility in Lincoln. That introduction inspired me to take part in the company’s Females into Industry challenge and then to apply for an apprenticeship.”

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Apprenticeship in Servicing Medical Equipment

Our apprenticeship in servicing medical equipment will enable you to gain skills and knowledge that can be applied to the installation, repair and servicing of Siemens medical imaging, cardiovascular and laboratory equipment. You will also provide vital technical service support to our customers working very closely with the factory technical escalation staff, sales and applications support teams, as well as our Customer Care Centre.

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Healthcare

“My apprenticeship allows me to gain knowledge and qualifications with a worldrenowned company and I love the fact that I am working with life-saving equipment every day. I want to progress as high up the ladder as possible and I know that Siemens will support me every step of the way.”

Advanced and Higher Apprenticeship

Railway Signalling Design

Our advanced and higher apprenticeship in Railway Signalling Design will enable you to gain the skills, knowledge and experience to become an Institution of Railway Signal Engineers (IRSE) licensed designer. The Signalling Design Apprenticeship will ensure we have future Signalling Design Engineers who can maintain technical standards in all aspects of signalling design work and will be in direct support of the delivery of a number of Siemens Rail Automation Train Control projects. This will include activities associated with train-borne and track-side equipment, signalling control and interlocking/line-side signalling. You will also be involved in project planning activities and the resolution of design issues and validation activities.

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Higher Apprenticeship

Technical Sales

Our higher apprenticeship in Technical Sales will enable you to gain the skills, knowledge and experience to develop a career in a Sales, Bid Management, Project Management, or an Engineering function within our various sectors In conjunction with BPP Professional Education, a national training provider, you will follow an integrated consulting pathway gaining a Level 4 Diploma in Management Consulting Practice and a Certificate in Management Consulting. Your programme will cover areas such as tracking and managing key clients, supporting client account teams, preparing sales materials, and carrying out communications activities.

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Higher Apprenticeship

IT

Our higher apprenticeship in IT will enable you to gain skills, knowledge and experience to develop as an IT professional. You will develop a broad understanding of IT by undertaking challenging placements and working in/with different teams. You will cover areas such as security of IT systems, data modelling, systems operation, planning and managing IT projects, and working with various ICT hardware and equipment. You will gain an HNC in Computing and System Development, as well as demonstrating your competence through a Level 4 Diploma in Professional Competence for IT and Telecoms Professionals.

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Apprenticeship in Electrical Power Engineering

Our apprenticeship in Electrical Power Engineering will enable you to gain skills and knowledge that can be applied to the installation, commissioning and maintenance of Siemens’ wind turbines. Training will include bespoke Health & Safety training to ensure safety in the workplace. Placements can be onshore and/or offshore to give experience of size and types of turbines.

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Wind Turbine

“I was attracted by the different opportunities that a Siemens apprenticeship can give you. When I finish my apprenticeship I’d like to be a Field Service Technician, which means I could service turbines at locations around the world”

Apprenticeship in Engineering Maintenance

“My recommendation for someone aspiring to join Siemens is ‘don’t hesitate’! My work colleagues are great, the training is continuous and I have done lots of in-house training, as well as my BTEC college course, plus there is always room for career development and progression.”

Rolling Stock

Our apprenticeship in Engineering Maintenance will enable you to gain skills and knowledge that can be applied to the maintenance of rolling stock. Learners will have the opportunity to rotate around the various depots to enhance their skills and competencies in this field.

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Higher Apprenticeship

Project Management

Our higher apprenticeship in Project Management will enable you to gain the skills, knowledge and experience to undertake project management roles within our various Siemens businesses. Project development and delivery, from planning to completion, are key to our success. Training will include defining project scope and timescales, budget management, managing resources, quality assurance, risk management, engaging stakeholders, project communication, managing project change and analysis of results. You will gain a combined knowledge and competency based Level 4 Diploma in Project Management, which would also allow you to progress onto higher level qualifications in Project Management, and associate membership of professional bodies, including the Association for Project Management (APM).

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Higher Apprenticeship

Advanced Manufacturing Engineering

Our higher apprenticeship in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering will enable you to gain the skills, knowledge and experience to develop as a high grade technician and engineer within our Siemens mechanical, electrical/electronic and wind turbine sectors. You will gain an HNC in the appropriate discipline, and also develop your practical skills through a Level 4 NVQ Extended Diploma in Engineering Leadership. These qualifications will allow you to work in areas such as design, manufacture, and technical support. This programme will also facilitate progression to Level 5/6 qualifications and enable apprentices to work towards Incorporated Engineer status.

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