ME Apprentice - L4 (HNC)

Ready to kick-start your career while gaining valuable experience and recognised qualifications? Join Edwards Vacuum in Clevedon through our Apprenticeship Programme and turn your potential into experience.

Depending on your chosen apprenticeship, your programme will typically last between two and four years, combining structured learning with hands‑on experience in the workplace. You will learn from experienced colleagues, develop practical and professional skills, and take on real responsibilities as you progress. With dedicated support and development throughout your apprenticeship, you will have the opportunity to build your confidence and create strong foundations for your future career.

Main Responsibilities –

• Support Manufacturing Engineers with continuous improvement activities across the factory.
• Assist in identifying opportunities to improve safety, quality, delivery and productivity.
• Learn how manufacturing processes, equipment and systems are developed and maintained.
• Assist with the introduction of new tooling, fixtures and manufacturing methods.
• Supporting manufacturing engineering tasks and projects alongside colleagues while developing technical knowledge and practical skills.
• Assisting with manufacturing engineering investigations, improvement activities and project work under the guidance of experienced engineers.
• Supporting testing, validation and problem‑solving activities while learning engineering best practices.
• Working with production, quality, supply chain and a variety of engineering teams to understand how manufacturing improvements are introduced successfully.

To succeed, you will need

We encourage you to apply even if you don't meet every single requirement. We value diverse experiences and perspectives and are excited to see what you bring to the role.

• You have a genuine interest in engineering and manufacturing, a willingness to learn, and a positive attitude towards developing new skills.
• You'll demonstrate our core values of commitment, interaction and innovation in everything you do.
• You are enthusiastic about building a successful career within manufacturing engineering and continuously developing your technical and professional capabilities.

In return, we offer

• Culture of trust and accountability
• Lifelong learning and career growth
• Innovation powered by people
• Comprehensive compensation and benefits
• Health and well‑being

Job location

This role requires you to work on‑site at our office in Bristol, United Kingdom (GB). You will be part of a dynamic team and enjoy the benefits of face‑to‑face collaboration.

Behind every innovative solution, there are people working together to transform the future. With careers sparked by initiative and lifelong learning, we are uniting curious minds, and you could be one of them.

Information at a Glance

Edwards is a leader in the vacuum and abatement markets. The brand’s products are essential for industries such as semiconductor, power generation, chemical and food processing. Edwards believes in working with customers to set new standards and creating environments where innovation thrives. This trailblazer prides itself on making a difference in areas that are intrinsic to people’s everyday lives – from the medical care they receive to the coffee they drink. Wherever there is vacuum, Edwards can also be found, leading the way. Edwards is a brand within Atlas Copco Group.

Posting End Date: 1/15/27 Legal Entity: Edwards Ltd

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