Apprentice Digital Engineering Technician (Level 3)

Around the world, SYSTRA’s specialists plan, design, integrate, test, commission, project manage and deliver mass transit and mobility solutions that are relied on by more than 50 million people every day.

For more than 60 years, the Group has been committed to helping cities and regions contribute to their development by creating, improving and modernising their transport infrastructure with sustainability, accessibility and innovation at the heart of our designs. With over 8,250 colleagues globally and around 1000 in the UK & Ireland we are growing significantly and seeking out the very best talent to join the SYSTRA signature team and be part of leading the way in infrastructure design.

This is an exciting opportunity to join Systra as an apprentice. You will be part of the important design team, responsible for producing CAD drawings in 2D and 3D for large projects across the UK. Based out of our Birmingham office, this work is vital to keep these projects moving and see construction happen. For the right person, this is the perfect opportunity to develop skills in design and drawing techniques.

Main duties include, but not limited to:

• To work effectively and contribute to engineering solutions independently and as a team, correctly using resources and time. This includes an understanding of project management systems, and the tools and techniques that are applied to the design and construction process
• Support production of engineering deliverables using relevant design software and tools
• Execute tasks to quality standards, to time and to budget
• Record and present information clearly

What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?

• Digital engineering technician Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard
• At the end of the apprenticeship, you will be required to complete an end point assessment
• Following on from this, you may progress to the Higher Apprenticeship in Construction Management
• To be based form our York or Birmingham office

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

• There are opportunities to continue and grow your career with Systra in your chosen discipline once you have completed your apprenticeship
• Systra provides long-term career development opportunities and supports their staff to enable them to reach their full potential

Why SYSTRA?

Our three core values: Excellence, Connected Teams and Bold Leadership are kept at the heart of everything we do. We strive for the highest levels of technical excellence, achieving the best results through teamwork, both locally and internationally, and reward innovative thinking through encouraging all colleagues to think as leaders. We offer clear and well supported pathways for career development and qualification attainment, a competitive remuneration package including a bonus and private healthcare, an electric car scheme and a broad suite of flexible benefits to suit your lifestyle.

Flexibility
Because we value who you are as much as what you do, we want you to feel supported at work. We offer hybrid working, balancing the benefits of working from home with time in our modern, well-equipped offices for that crucial in-person contact, team development and collaborative working. We also recognise that life doesn’t always run to the same schedule for everyone, so we have a dedicated flexible working policy to support you in tailoring your work life to reach your full potential, for more details on this, please get in touch.

Diversity & Inclusion

We provide a warm welcome and encourage applications from a diverse range of people who can enrich our company and offer perspectives which will drive better solutions in a truly inclusive environment. Our employee led working groups and clearly defined strategy help us to keep at the leading edge of important issues and keep us accountable. We want our colleagues to feel comfortable to bring their whole selves to work and continually seek new ideas and contributions to ensure we continue to grow and develop in this space.

Wellbeing

It’s no surprise that people do their best work when they feel physically and mentally supported. Our SYSTRA Wellness Programme offers a wide range of support; from Wellness champions, to free health checks, healthy eating workshops and regular seminars, alongside access to a wide range of external support. We offer two paid days for charity work and an ever-growing social calendar.

Apply and find out more about how Systra can support you in your career journey. If you require any adjustments to support you in your application or interview process please email:

reasonableadjustments@systra.com  where your request will be treated confidentially and with respect. We pledge to offer an interview to any candidates with a disability who apply for a role and meet the minimum criteria.

As we are always looking to expand our team, we would still be interested in hearing from you if you fulfil most, but not all, of the relevant criteria for the role – you could still be just what we are looking for.