Advanced/Modern apprenticeships

Overview

This is a role you might experience on our Practical Engineering Apprenticeship Programme. You'll need GCSEs Maths (Higher paper), English Language and Science of Grades C and above (or equivalent) for this role.

Mechatronics Engineers maintain and service a range of machine tools, mechanically and electronically. Working in shifts, they deal with various internal manufacturing and assembly departments, working on scheduled and planned maintenance operations, responding to machine tool breakdowns and getting involved in a continuous Total Productive Maintenance Programme.

What you'll learn

The nature of the role means you'll learn practically everything about how each of our state-of-the-art machines work.

You will also complete an S/NVQ Level 2 in Performing Engineering Operations; an S/NVQ level 3 in Engineering Maintenance; Key/Core Skills; and an appropriate FE qualification. We may also be able to sponsor you for such qualifications as an HNC, HND or Foundation Degree once you've achieved your first substantive role.

In Scotland, in addition to the above, you will also complete an SVQ Level 2 in Performing Engineering Operations.

Overview

This is a role you might experience on our Technical Engineering Apprenticeship Programme.

Product Data Management Engineers work in teams that play a key part in ensuring that our engineering projects are a success, helping to balance the requirements and priorities of all the different departments that are involved - from our Programme Management Teams, to our Engineers, to our Supply, Aftermarket and Build areas.

What you'll learn

You'll develop strong negotiating, planning and prioritising skills. Clear processes and systems are in place to guide the work, but we'll encourage you to use your initiative to solve problems and come up with improvement ideas.

You'll also complete an NVQ Level 2 in Performing Engineering Operations, an NVQ level 3 in Technical Services, Key/Core Skills and an appropriate FE qualification. Sponsorship for HE qualifications e.g. HNC/HND/Foundation Degree, may also be available once you have achieved your first substantive role.

In Scotland in addition to the above you will also complete an SVQ Level 2 in Performing Engineering Operations.

Overview

This is a role you might experience on our Technical Engineering Apprenticeship Programme.

Our business apprentices spend time in a range of departments, providing information and support on a daily basis to Managers, Function Heads and Senior Management. This will include:

• Creating and maintaining customer order and other system data
• Creating reports for both internal and external customers
• Conducting transactions within Enterprise Resource Planning System, SAP
• Working on a range of projects

What you'll learn

This apprenticeship will see you develop your knowledge and understanding of business and programme management and associated business and financial processes, as well as skills in a range business software and systems.

You may also have opportunities to enhance your career with further study in areas like Programme Management, Supply Chain Management etc.

Overview

This is a role you might experience on our Practical Engineering Apprenticeship Programme. You'll need GCSEs (Grade C or above) or equivalent in Maths (Higher paper), English Language and Science for this role.

When you're building machinery as complex and important as our engines, it is imperative that our instrumentation provides accurate measurements at all times. This is the responsibility of our Instrumentation teams, who install instruments, maintain and calibrate equipment and repair defects in any electronic equipment we have on site - CCTV systems, to chemical analysis equipment, to our control systems.

What you'll learn

Basically, you'll learn to deal with absolutely everything to do with the complicated instrumentation we use on site.

You will also complete an SVQ Level 2 in Performing Engineering Operations, an S/NVQ Level 3 in Engineering Maintenance and an appropriate FE qualification.

In Scotland, in addition to the above, you will also complete an SVQ Level 2 in Performing Engineering Operations.

Overview

This is a role you might experience on our Practical Engineering Apprenticeship Programme.

Generally working to rotational shift patterns, Machinists are responsible for manufacturing a range of engine parts using a variety of methods and machines. This involves interpreting engineering drawings, so they are also trained to work to a fine degree of accuracy using manual and electronic measuring instruments.

What you'll learn

Among other skills, you'll learn Turning, Milling, and Grinding, getting to grips with Computer Numerically Controlled Machines (CNC) as well as hand-operated equipment.

You will also complete an S/NVQ Level 2 in Performing Engineering Operations; an S/NVQ level 3 in Mechanical Manufacture; Key/Core Skills; and an appropriate FE qualification. We may also be able to sponsor you for such qualifications as an HNC, HND or Foundation Degree once you achieve your first substantive role.

In Scotland, in addition to the above, you will also complete an SVQ Level 2 in Performing Engineering Operations.

Overview

This is a role you might experience on our Technical Engineering Apprenticeship Programme

This role is all about supporting our manufacturing operations, working with a range of manufacturing units on site and getting to know a range of disciplines and processes that are involved in our manufacturing processes.

What you'll learn

Working under the guidance of experienced engineers, you'll learn how to pinpoint the most efficient and effective way of manufacturing a component, demonstrating incredible accuracy and integrity at all times. You'll also get involved in programming Computer Numerically Controlled machines and designing jigs, tools and fixtures.

You'll also complete an NVQ or SVQ Level 2 in Performing Engineering Operations; an NVQ or SVQ level 3 in Engineering Technical Support; Key/Core Skills; and an appropriate FE qualification. We may also be able to sponsor you for such qualifications as an HNC, HND or Foundation Degree once you have achieved your first substantive role.

In Scotland, in addition to the above, you will also complete an SVQ Level 2 in Performing Engineering Operations.

Overview

This is a role you might experience on our Practical Engineering Apprenticeship Programme.

Our Mechanical Fitters get involved in a range of activities. On any given day, they could be making sure steam turbines or high and low pressure steam systems are working to the highest standards; or they could be getting to grips with the hydraulics on the machinery we use; or they could be helping to construct pipe work or manufacture one-off components. Or they could just as well be turning their hand to any one of our on-site systems - such as the heating and ventilation in our buildings.

What you'll learn

In what is an extremely varied role, you'll be trained to deal with all the hands-on mechanical activities on site.

You'll also complete an SVQ Level 2 in Performing Engineering Operations, and SVQ Level 3 in Engineering Maintenance and an HNC or HND in Mechanical Engineering and an appropriate FE qualification.

In Scotland, in addition to the above, you will also complete an SVQ Level 2 in Performing Engineering Operations.

Overview

This is a role you might experience on our Technical Engineering Apprenticeship Programme.

This role is all about converting design ideas into computer models and engineering drawings. These drawings are then used to manufacture and assemble the engines and all their components. That means taking an engineering concept and turning it into both model geometry and an engineering detail drawing.

What you'll learn

Your training will cover everything from engineering spatial awareness to drawing board skills to geometric control using the latest Computer Aided Drafting technology. In addition, by placing you in Integrated Teams, we'll build up your skills in engine technology, manufacturing technics and process development.

You'll also complete an NVQ Level 2 in Performing Engineering Operations; an NVQ level 3 in Engineering Drawing; Key Skills; and an appropriate FE qualification. We may also be able to sponsor you for such qualifications as an HNC, HND or Foundation Degree once you have achieved your first substantive role.

In Scotland, in addition to the above, you will also complete an SVQ Level 2 in Performing Engineering Operations.

Overview

This is a role you might experience on our Technical Engineering Apprenticeship Programme.

Our engines must be able to withstand all kinds of conditions, which means we have to find ways of testing them thoroughly - all without destroying them! That's exactly what our Testing Technicians do - providing non-destructive technical (NDT) support to virtually any area of our business.

This could mean establishing the best test methods and techniques to be used, setting up written instructions and procedures, or checking if equipment needs replacing or updating.

What you'll learn

We will train you to qualified level 3 standard in most of the major NDT methods, such as Magnetic Particle Inspection, Fluorescent Penetrant Inspection, Eddy Current Inspection, Radiographic Inspection and Ultrasonic Inspection.

You'll also complete an NVQ Level 2 in Performing Engineering Operations; an NVQ level 3 in Non-Destructive Testing; Key Skills; and an appropriate FE qualification. We may also be able to sponsor you for such qualifications as an HNC, HND or Foundation Degree once you have achieved your first substantive role.

In Scotland, in addition to the above, you will also complete an SVQ Level 2 in Performing Engineering Operations.

Overview

This is a role you might experience on our Practical Engineering Apprenticeship Programme.

Practical Team Members work within our Gas Turbine Services business. They support a variety of customers worldwide by providing a full range of engine overhaul activities - e.g. stripping, refurbishing, building and testing engines.

What you'll learn

All our Practical Team Members are trained to cover a variety of disciplines and skills, from complex fitting/inspection and machining right down to tasks like administration. You'll be trained in all the core disciplines you need to achieve skilled status, preparing you for a range of development options at the end of your apprenticeship.

You will also complete an S/NVQ Level 2 in Performing Engineering Operations; an S/NVQ level 3 in Engineering Maintenance; Key/Core Skills; and an appropriate FE qualification. We may also be able to sponsor you for such qualifications as an HNC, HND or Foundation Degree once you have achieved your first substantive role.

In Scotland, in addition to the above, you will also complete an SVQ Level 2 in Performing Engineering Operations.

Overview

This is a role you might experience on our Technical Engineering Apprenticeship Programme.

Working in different parts of our Aero Repair and Overhaul business, Technical Team Member get involved in all sorts of jobs, including investigating whether a new project is feasible, developing repair schemes to make sure that our customers and our product developers get what they need, and looking after our specialised product tools - coordinating how they're designed, manufactured and, once they're made, looked after.

What you'll learn

All our Technical Team Members are trained to cover a variety of Production Engineering methods, investigation techniques and problem solving Skills.

You'll be trained in all the core disciplines you need to achieve skilled status, preparing you for a range of development options at the end of your apprenticeship.

You will also complete an S/NVQ level 3 Key/Core Skills; and an appropriate FE qualification. We may also be able to sponsor you for such qualifications as an HNC, HND or Foundation Degree once you have achieved your first substantive role

In Scotland in addition to the above you will also complete an SVQ Level 2 in Performing Engineering Operations.

Overview

This is a role you might experience on our Practical Engineering Apprenticeship Programme.

Our Precision Casting Facility tool room team designs and makes a variety of tools that are used in the production of turbine blades for our engines. This includes everything from wax pattern dies to fixtures and tooling. They also advise on and influence the design of tooling, both inside Rolls-Royce and with some of our suppliers.

What you'll learn

As a Toolmaker, you'll learn a variety of skills, including designing and making dies, fixtures and gauges for turbine blade production, as well as modifying them to meet different needs. You'll also be machining and shaping a variety of materials, from metals and plastics, to wood, resins, fibreglass and fillers, so you'll learn a variety of machining and fitting skills.

You will also complete an S/NVQ level 3 in Engineering Maintenance; Key/Core Skills; and an appropriate FE qualification. We may also be able to sponsor you for such qualifications as an HNC, HND or Foundation Degree once you have achieved your first substantive role

In Scotland in addition to the above you will also complete an SVQ Level 2 in Performing Engineering Operations.