Automation Engineering Apprentice - 48 month fixed term contract

Automation Engineering Apprentice - 48 month fixed term contract

Job ID: Amazon UK Services Ltd. - A10

Ever wondered what it's like to orchestrate a symphony of robots? Picture yourself controlling cutting edge technology that powers one of the world's most advanced networks. This isn't science fiction - this is Amazon, and this could be your everyday workspace as an Automation Apprentice.

Welcome to the future of engineering - step into a world where innovation happens at an extraordinary scale. Our fulfilment centres are like living, breathing cities of automation, where

• Hundreds of autonomous robots collaborate seamlessly to fulfil customer orders
• Advanced AI and machine learning systems make real time decisions
• Revolutionary conveyor systems spanning miles move packages at lightning speed
• Cutting edge robotic arms handle packages with incredible precision
• Smart sensors and vision systems guide operations with pinpoint accuracy
• Ground breaking automated storage and retrieval systems redefine efficiency

As an Automation Apprentice within our Reliability Maintenance Engineering (RME) team, you'll be hands on with technology that most people only read about. This isn't just maintenance - it's about being part of a team that innovates, improves, and reimagines automation technology every single day.

What Makes This Opportunity Unique?

• Work with Amazon exclusive technology you won't find anywhere else
• Experience automation at a scale that's transforming global logistics
• Be part of teams developing and implementing next generation robotics
• Learn from engineers who are industry pioneers
• See your ideas come to life in real world applications
• Shape the future of automation technology

Key Job Responsibilities

• Supporting maintenance and fault finding on automated systems and robotics
• Using diagnostic tools to keep conveyors and sortation equipment running smoothly
• Planning preventative maintenance and safety checks
• Collaborating with engineers to develop new process improvements and energy efficient solutions

Throughout Your Apprenticeship

You will gain both theoretical knowledge and hands on experience with:

• Advanced robotics systems and controls
• Industrial automation programming
• Smart sensor technology and IoT integration
• Predictive maintenance systems
• Data analytics and performance optimisation
• Safety systems for human robot collaboration
• Industry 4.0 technologies
• Machine learning applications in automation

Within this 48 month programme you'll work towards the Level 6 Control Technical Support Apprenticeship, combining practical, on the job experience with industry recognised study. Your first 12 months will be a full time residential programme either at an external training provider facility or at one of our world class Amazon training centres. In later years you'll receive on the job training towards a BSc in Controls and Automation Engineering and an HNC/D in Electrical/Controls Engineering. You'll support our 24/7 operation in shift covering days, nights and weekends that mirror the real world schedules of engineers who keep Amazon running around the clock.

You'll join a diverse and passionate team dedicated to driving results and pushing creative boundaries. We value different perspectives and experiences and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive.

Basic Qualifications

• Be 18 years or over before the start date (September 2026)
• Have the right to live and work in England (if on a visa, you must be legally able to work and reside in England for the entire duration of the programme until September 2030)
• Have lived in the UK or in the European Economic Area (EEA) for the last 3 years
• Be a resident of the UK for the entire duration of the programme
• Not be registered to study on a UK government funded course ending August 2026 or later
• Have at least 5 GCSEs C grade (grade 4) or above, including Maths and English
• A levels (or equivalent) at C (grade 4) or above in either Mathematics, IT, Physics, or an engineering related subject, OR have completed a BTEC Level 3 engineering qualification of 180 credits which must include further mathematics
• Provide a Statement of Comparability if qualifications were obtained outside the UK (through UK ENIC)
• Previous qualifications will be reviewed for funding eligibility and offers are subject to funding approval
• This apprenticeship assumes the candidate has little or no knowledge/experience of the occupation and is NOT suitable for candidates who already have a similar or higher level qualification in the same or similar subject of the apprenticeship
• NOTE: This position is a 48 month fixed term contract. You must NOT already have a qualification in a similar subject at the same or higher level

Preferred Qualifications

• Maintenance or engineering HNC/D qualification - ideally with a PLC, automation, electronics, or electrical bias

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