Engineering Apprenticeship

Description:

At Modine, we are Engineering a Cleaner, Healthier World™. Building on more than 100 years of excellence in thermal management, we provide trusted systems and solutions that improve air quality and conserve natural resources. Our Airedale by Modine brand is a world leader in the design and manufacture of innovative thermal management solutions for data centres, clean rooms, hospitals, universities, and other mission-critical environments.
Trusted as The Critical Cooling Specialists, Airedale by Modine has decades of experience providing efficient, flexible end-to-end cooling solutions that work smarter, not harder, to deliver more cooling for less power. With manufacturing facilities in Canada, Spain, the UK, and the U.S., we’re scaling up across the world to support an ever-growing demand for our solutions. That’s where you come in….
The Opportunity
We are looking for apprentices with a passion for engineering, liquid cooling, air conditioning and refrigeration technology.
Initially our apprentices start in the manufacturing/production process helping to support the building of our state of the art chillers/air conditioning units and are supported through day/block release at college.
You will gain valuable hands on experience whilst working towards industry recognised qualifications (ideally a mechanical engineering qualification if no previous formal qualification).
Through structured programs and expert mentorship our apprentices gain experience in a wide variety of key business functions including production, quality control, testing, service, controls, commissioning as well as some commercial and corporate operations.
Key Responsibilities
* Practical on the tools training and Health & Safety compliance
* Assisting with the assembly of Airedale products
* Fitting mechanical components, valves sensors and pipe systems.
* Assist with wire control panels and electrical components
* Introduction to sheet metal – basic CAD drawings
* Working alongside expert mentors to assist with production operations, quality control and testing
* Assisting with servicing of Airedale products in the field; problem solving, fault diagnosis and preventative maintenance
* Working on client sites; maintaining high standards of communication and professionalism at all times
* Understanding control panel layouts and components
* Introduction to BMS platforms, control hvac equipment and commission support
* Reading technical drawings and schematics
* Preparation for permanent placement
* Introduction to specialist engineering functions
* Research and development and advanced testing
* Assisting with Technical Support
Required Education & Qualifications
* A genuine interest or passion for engineering
* 5 GCSE Grades 4 and above in Maths, English & Science.
* An NVQ level 2 engineering qualification would be advantageous
* Full UK Driving licence (Desirable or willingness to work towards)
* Strong oral and written communication skills
* A positive can do attitude
* Reliability
* Willingness to learn