As technology advances, the need for skilled engineers continues to grow, making apprentices invaluable contributors to industries facing a significant skills gap. The technical skills gained during an apprenticeship will position you as a sought-after professional in a competitive job market.
Completing an apprenticeship in engineering opens doors to promising career prospects. The industry is showing an increased value in hands-on experience, and apprenticeships provide an excellent foundation on which to build a career.
With a strong foundation in both technical and professional skills, apprentices are well-prepared to go after diverse roles within the engineering sector. Renishaw recognises the value of apprenticeships and offers a supportive environment where individuals can thrive, providing a solid foundation for a successful and rewarding career.
Apprentices in the engineering industry at Renishaw can expect a blend of team-based collaboration and independent work.
While teamwork is emphasised, apprenticeships also cultivate independent problem-solving skills, ensuring that you are not only skilled in collaborative working but are also capable of tackling challenges independently. This combination of skills prepares you for a dynamic and evolving work environment, where adaptability is key to success.
Renishaw has been employing apprentices for nearly 50 years and the program has grown in the last 10. We’ve increased the number of apprenticeships available, recognising the value they bring to our business.
Apprenticeships are not just a program here; they are ingrained in the culture of our company.
Transform Tomorrow Together
Our apprenticeship scheme at Renishaw has grown significantly, reflecting our commitment to recognising and upskilling people within the company.
Beyond apprenticeships, we offer diverse opportunities to our employees – from STEM initiatives to international competitions like Green Power, where apprentices build and race battery-operated cars.
During the apprenticeship:
- Apprentices get the opportunity to work in exciting and challenging placements, contributing to real-life projects and products that will help to shape our world in the decades to come and touch billions of lives.
- Work-based placements are designed to complement the apprenticeship.
- Apprentices learn and develop knowledge, skills and behaviours that will lead to being competent in a particular job role or sector.
- Work carried out in placements could include: learning how to use and maintain production machines, implement processes and make improvements, and design and build prototypes.
- Support from a team of specialists from both Renishaw and the learning provider is in place to ensure apprentices reach their potential.
At the end of the apprenticeship:
- Apprentices transfer into a relevant role within the business. Some examples are Design/Development Technician, CNC Setter/Operator, Mechanical Engineer, Electronics Test Engineer.
- There is the potential opportunity for further progression, depending on the role and business need.
Opportunities at Renishaw
| Scheme | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Additive Manufacturing Field Services Engineer | 4 | 3 years |
| Assembly Technician | 3 | 4 years |
| Electronics Engineer | 6 | 5.5 years |
| Embedded Electronic Systems Engineer | 6 | 5.5 years |
| Engineering Manufacturing Technician | 4 | 4 years |
| Engineering Technician | 3 | 4 years |
| Machining Technician | 3 | 3 years |
| Manufacturing Electronics Test Engineer | 6 | 5.5 years |
| Manufacturing Engineer Apprentice | 6 | 5.5 years |
| Manufacturing Systems Engineer | 6 | 3 years |
| Manufacturing Technician | 3 | 4 years |
| Mechanical Engineer | 6 | 5.5 years |
Apprenticeship benefits at Renishaw
Apprentices are entitled to the same benefits as other employees.
These include:
- Company pension scheme – 9% employer contribution
- Discretionary company bonus scheme
- Subsidised private medical scheme
- Life assurance scheme
- Employee assistance programme
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Fitness centres
- Hybrid and variable working programmes
- Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
- 25 days annual leave including Company days
- Subsidised restaurant and coffee shops
- Company discounts and benefits with a variety of partners
- Ultra-Low Emission Vehicles (ULEV) Salary Sacrifice scheme
- Long service awards
- Inventors award scheme
Hear from our Apprentices
Find out more about apprenticeship opportunities at Renishaw, where we Transform Tomorrow Together, creating a supportive environment for your personal and professional growth.
