Digital and AI Apprentice Engineer

Role overview

Responsibilities

• check_circle Assist with the design, development and testing of simple digital tools, scripts and applications.
• check_circle Learn to write clear, maintainable and secure code, ideally using Python or similar languages.
• check_circle Support the improvement of tools and processes through testing, feedback and iteration.
• check_circle Document requirements, changes, testing outcomes and user guidance clearly.
• check_circle Support the development and testing of practical AI enabled tools and workflow automations.
• check_circle Help identify business processes where automation or AI could reduce manual effort or improve access to information.
• check_circle Learn how prompts, structured information and internal data sources affect the quality of AI outputs.
• check_circle Gather user feedback and help translate it into improvement actions.
• check_circle Learn how business systems connect through APIs, data flows and integration patterns.
• check_circle Support simple integration and data preparation tasks under guidance.
• check_circle Handle data responsibly and follow agreed security, access control and governance standards.
• check_circle Work with IT and security colleagues to ensure solutions are safe and appropriate for business use.
• check_circle Work with colleagues across IT, operations, supply chain, commercial and customer service teams.
• check_circle Help gather requirements and explain technical ideas in clear business language.
• check_circle Take part in project discussions, demonstrations and review sessions.

Basic qualifications

• GCSE (or equivalent) in Maths and English at Grade A*-C / Level 2:
• GCSE (or equivalent) in an IT subject:

Preferred qualifications

• Basic coding experience through education, work, online learning or personal projects.
• Awareness of APIs, databases, Power BI, automation tools or cloud platforms.
• Experience using AI tools such as Microsoft Copilot, ChatGPT or similar tools responsibly.
• Interest in manufacturing, construction, supply chain or operational improvement.
• Awareness of Agile ways of working

Benefits

• check_circle Pension Scheme
• check_circle Sick Pay
• check_circle Company pension
• check_circle Sick pay