Electrical Design Apprenticeship

Programme title: Electrical Design Apprenticeship
Level: 4

Salary: 

Year 1: £21,205

Year 2: £24,494

Year 3: £27,782

Year 4: £31,072

Post-apprenticeship: £39,760

Location: Leicester

Application closing date: 12th March 2026

Programme start date: September 2026

Our 4-year Electrical Design Apprenticeship is an exciting opportunity to join the team shaping the future of nuclear engineering. You’ll be part of a forward-thinking group that delivers technical solutions to some of the UK’s most important energy projects.

About the programme

From the start, you’ll be involved in the full design lifecycle, gaining experience across a range of activities. This could include producing detailed drawings and models, surveying equipment on site, or supporting the installation and testing of a design you’ve helped to create.

Along the way, you'll develop your skills in electrical design software, circuit layout, and design analysis, with opportunities to work on everything from General Assemblies to Printed Circuit Boards.

As part of our team, you'll also support the build and test stages, working alongside manufacturing and operational colleagues to bring your designs to life. It is a varied and rewarding role, with placements across different areas of the business to broaden your understanding and confidence.

Safety and quality will be at the core of everything you do, guided by national and international design standards and supported by expert mentors who want to help you succeed.

Your education/training

As part of your apprenticeship, you'll study for the Level 4 Engineering Manufacturing Technician Apprenticeship Standard through Loughborough College. Training will take place one day per week during term time, supported by regular reviews with your college assessor and workplace mentor.

You'll also complete progress reviews every 12 weeks, with opportunities for feedback, professional discussions, and practical assessments both in college and on site.

Future prospects 

By the end of your apprenticeship, you'll be ready to step into the role of Electrical Designer with the potential to progress through the design grades or explore broader roles across the organisation.

Upon programme completion, you can expect to earn a competitive salary exceeding £39,000.

You'll also have the opportunity to work toward professional registration, supported by a mentor from a recognised UK engineering institution.

From there, your development doesn’t stop. Through the Babcock Role Framework, you’ll have a clear view of how your career can progress, with mapped-out pathways, development opportunities and the tools you need to get wherever you want to go.

What you’ll need 

• Minimum of 5 GCSEs at Grade 4 (C) or above including Maths, English and Science.
• Two A Levels including Maths and Physics.
• Many of our apprenticeship programmes are subject to Security Clearance and Trade Control restrictions which mean that your place of birth, nationality, citizenship, or residency you hold or have held may impact which programmes you are eligible for. For this programme, you must be able to achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) and Security Check (SC) clearance. Further details are available at United Kingdom Security Vetting: clearance levels – GOV.UK (www.gov.uk).

What you’ll get

We’ll provide you with a supportive and engaging environment where you can grow your career.

In addition, you’ll benefit from:

• Fully funded qualification
• Personal development training and opportunities
• Minimum 28 days holiday allowance including bank holidays
• Competitive pension scheme
• Employee share scheme
• Flexible benefits including cycle to work scheme and employee shopping savings portal

You’ll also have the chance to get involved in our STEM outreach activities and volunteering opportunities, which our apprentices find incredibly rewarding.

Your career development

It’s hard to beat the variety of fantastic opportunities and business experiences you’ll receive. You can expect real world encounters and exposure to exciting projects that will really help you navigate where you want to take your career.

Plus, when you join us, you’ll be automatically enrolled onto our Apprentice Development Programme. Through a series of digital and face to face sessions, presented by wellbeing and performance experts and our external partners, we will equip you with the knowledge and tools you need to thrive and perform at your very best on your programme and beyond.

Application process and closing dates  

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, and the programme may close early if we receive a high volume of interest. To give yourself the best chance of being considered, we strongly recommend submitting your application and completing any required online assessments as soon as possible.

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