Technical Engineering Apprenticeship

15/03/2023 GCSE or equivalent English, Maths and Science (Grade A* - C or 4-9) Essential Communication skills, IT skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Customer care skills, Problem solving skills, Presentation skills, Administrative skills, Number skills, Analytical skills, Logical, Team working, Creative, Initiative, Patience

An apprenticeship with Ricoh is a fantastic opportunity for you to gain practical, industry experience and achieve qualifications relevant to your chosen career path - all whilst earning a wage!

• Our Technical Engineering apprenticeship encompasses mechanical, electrical/electronic and design engineering, which will help you to learn skills including:-
• Lean manufacturing and production engineering;
• Mechanical and electrical design of digital systems to help support onsite operations;
• Solve design challenges faced by our partners to provide customised engineering solutions;
• 2D and 3D design using SolidWorks CAD software;
• Additive Manufacturing - 3D printing;
• Injection moulding;
• Implement modern design printing technologies e.g. inkjet;
• Understand engineering's role in creating a sustainable environment;
• PLC programming and robotics;
• Electronics, PCB design and embedded systems development;
• In Year 1 and Year 2 you will rotate around departments within our state of the art factory to help you gain skills, knowledge & experience. You will learn in a structured, fun and engaging environment from a variety of dedicated mentors (many of which used to be apprentices themselves!). A selection of the above topics will feature in each business area.
• In Year 3 and Year 4 you will then begin to specialise in one of these key areas and complete more focused placements aligned to your area of specialism, your interests and the company need going forward.
• Your college studies will complement your on the job learning.

Skills Required

Communication skills, IT skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Customer care skills, Problem solving skills, Presentation skills, Administrative skills, Number skills, Analytical skills, Logical, Team working, Creative, Initiative, Patience

Qualification Required

GCSE or equivalent English, Maths and Science (Grade A* - C or 4-9) Essential