An exciting opportunity with a world-class company! In this wide-ranging apprenticeship you will learn to design, develop and test new, plus maintain current test fixtures. The Electronics Production Engineer is responsible for initiatives to achieve continuous improvement and maintenance of West’s current test fixtures and jigs. This is a team-based position working within the Production Engineering team.
You will learn to:
Design, develop, maintain and upgrade test fixtures and jigs.
Test and troubleshoot of electrical/electronic control systems, producing detailed design.
Some software development.
Creation and control of production drawings and work instructions.
Hardware and software revisions.
Develop databases .
Define and implement work Instructions and processes.
This role will develop over the apprenticeship as you learn to maintain current software up to date to upgrade legacy testers using electrical schematics and Control Philosophy/FDS. A Functional Design Specification (FDS) is a document that describes how a process or a control system will operate.
Benefits
25 days holiday per annum plus bank holidays, health and dental plan in place, long service award after 5 years, cycle to work scheme, life assurance scheme and employees are encouraged to expand their professional development through membership of industry bodies.
Apprenticeship duration - 48 months
Weekly working hours - 7.30am to 4.30pm Mon to Thu (0.5hr for lunch)
7.30am to 12.30pm Fri.
Total working hours - 39
Pay rate – £20,280 per annum
Desired Skills and Personal Qualities
Communication Skills
IT Skills
Attention to detail
Organizational skills
Problem solving skills
Administrative skills
Number skills
Analytical skills
Logical
Team working
Creative
Initiative
Ability to understand and communicate technical information. Eye for detail. Organized, problem solving and ability to document/record information.
Effective team worker. Interest in how things work and are made.
Qualifications: Essential
5 x GCSE at Grade 4/5 (C) and above including English and maths. Science and ICT an advantage.
Desirable
Good level of written and spoken English, with clear and concise communication abilities.
Quick learner with the ability to grasp and explore opportunities.
Ability to work independently with effective time management and personal organisation.
Strong analytical thinking, problem solving and decision-making skills.
Training to be provided:
On completion of the apprenticeship, you will have achieved the following qualifications;
Engineering and manufacturing support technician - Level 3 ST1395
NVQ Diploma in Engineering Technical Support Level 3
The final apprenticeship completion certificate will be issued on achievement of the above qualification and successful completion of end point assessment.
Future Prospects:
To become a fully trained and qualified Electronics Production Engineer with West Control Solutions
Other things to consider:
As with all apprenticeships, this requires a long-term commitment – there will be assignments and logbook entries to complete. This is a fantastic opportunity to work with a top company, whilst you work towards nationally recognized qualifications.
You will be committed and motivated to complete college work and other assignments. Enthusiastic, ability to see projects through to completion, strong interest in science and technology, interest in how things work or are manufactured. Creative – engineering is a field of innovation.
Ralliant Corporation Overview
Ralliant, originally part of Fortive, now stands as a bold, independent public company driving innovation at the forefront of precision technology. With a global footprint and a legacy of excellence, we empower engineers to bring next-generation breakthroughs to life — faster, smarter, and more reliably. Our high-performance instruments, sensors, and subsystems fuel mission-critical advancements across industries, enabling real-world impact where it matters most. At Ralliant we’re building the future, together with those driven to push boundaries, solve complex problems, and leave a lasting mark on the world.
We Are an Equal Opportunity Employer
Ralliant Corporation and all Ralliant Companies are proud to be equal opportunity employers. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or other characteristics protected by law. Ralliant and all Ralliant Companies are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. Individuals who need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment application process, please contact us at applyassistance@Ralliant.com.
About Gems Setra
Gems Setra is a leading global supplier of sensing and monitoring technologies, operating within the Precision Technologies platform of Fortive Corporation. Through our comprehensive portfolio of premium sensing products, we deliver solutions to customer problems and challenges. As two Fortive businesses merged in 2022, Gems Setra's vision is to connect our customers to their environment to create a safer, healthier, more sustainable world. Gems Sensors product offerings include a range of products that encompass liquid level, flow, and pressure sensors, miniature solenoid valves, proximity switches, and integrated fluid management solutions. The Setra Systems product line offers an extensive selection of high-quality sensing instruments for humidity, current, vacuum, energy, and pressure measurements. At the heart of our combined company's mission lies a shared dedication between Gems Sensors and Setra Systems to deliver high-quality sensing solutions, backed by reliable customer support on a global scale. As a part of Fortive, we embrace a culture of innovation, driving progress and empowering advancements in the industries and customers we serve.
We Are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Fortive Corporation and all Fortive Companies are proud to be equal opportunity employers. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or other characteristics protected by law. Fortive and all Fortive Companies are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. Individuals who need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment application process, please contact us at applyassistance@fortive.com. Gems Setra is a leading global supplier of sensing and monitoring technologies, operating within the Precision Technologies platform of Fortive Corporation. Through our comprehensive portfolio of premium sensing products, we deliver solutions to customer problems and challenges. As two Fortive businesses merged in 2022, Gems Setra's vision is to connect our customers to their environment to create a safer, healthier, more sustainable world. Gems Sensors product offerings include a range of products that encompass liquid level, flow, and pressure sensors, miniature solenoid valves, proximity switches, and integrated fluid management solutions. The Setra Systems product line offers an extensive selection of high-quality sensing instruments for humidity, current, vacuum, energy, and pressure measurements. At the heart of our combined company's mission lies a shared dedication between Gems Sensors and Setra Systems to deliver high-quality sensing solutions, backed by reliable customer support on a global scale. As a part of Fortive, we embrace a culture of innovation, driving progress and empowering advancements in the industries and customers we serve.
We Are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Fortive Corporation and all Fortive Companies are proud to be equal opportunity employers. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or other characteristics protected by law. Fortive and all Fortive Companies are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. Individuals who need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment application process, please contact us at applyassistance@fortive.com. None
