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Military & Veterans RME Mechatronics Apprentice - East of England Locations 2026 - Fixed Term Contract

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Description This role focuses on those who have military experience and/or are military spouses/children interested in working in the private sector. Amazon’s military recruiting team is available to discuss the many opportunities within Amazon. At Amazon, thousands of former military are driving innovation and raising the bar on customer experience.

RME Mechatronics Apprentice – Launch Your Engineering Career with Amazon Fascinated by the mechanics behind automated systems? Want to master both electrical and mechanical engineering while working with cutting‑edge technology? Amazon is the perfect place to launch your engineering career in Mechatronics Maintenance.

As one of the world’s most advanced technology‑driven companies, we are powered by automation, robotics, and continuous innovation. From cutting‑edge robotic arms to complex conveyor networks and smart sensor technology, you will work with systems that keep millions of customer orders moving. This apprenticeship gives you the chance to become a multi‑skilled maintenance technician in both electrical and mechanical disciplines, gaining hands‑on experience with industry‑leading equipment that will shape your future in engineering.

The Reliability Maintenance Engineering (RME) team at Amazon is fundamental to our operations – they keep vital machinery running at all times. As an RME Mechatronics Apprentice, you will maintain a wide range of equipment and work spaces while upholding Health and Safety best practices. You’ll learn to keep colleagues safe, prevent machine downtime, and enhance operational quality. You will work with exciting technology that only exists at Amazon.

Your role covers a broad range of activities including installation, testing, fault finding, and ongoing planned maintenance of complex automated equipment.

• Carry out proactive and preventive maintenance
• Carry out reactive repairs and fault diagnosis in a live distribution warehouse
• Use the latest tools to maximise equipment effectiveness
• Make modifications and upgrades to existing equipment
• Uphold health and safety policies and practices
• Work on continuous improvement projects

We’re looking for people who stay calm when things don’t go to plan and tackle challenges with a get‑things‑done approach. If you love being around machines and understand the importance of keeping production lines running smoothly, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

Throughout the apprenticeship, you will learn valuable skills including fault diagnosis, preventative maintenance, fluid power systems assembly and testing, mechanical device maintenance, electrical equipment wiring and testing, hydraulics and pneumatics, and Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) operations.

As part of our team, you will respond promptly to breakdowns, investigate, find, and implement solutions quickly. You’ll also suggest long‑term improvements and work on CAD design, 3D printing, general site maintenance, and repairing key distribution equipment.

Here at Amazon, we encourage learning and curiosity. In this apprenticeship you’ll learn by doing, putting newfound knowledge into practice every day. Our first‑class coaching, tailored development opportunities, and challenging, rewarding work will empower you to reach new heights.

You will work towards an Advanced Apprenticeship in Engineering (Mechatronics Maintenance), combining practical, on‑the‑job experience with industry‑recognised study. The first 12 months are a full‑time residential programme at a training provider facility or Amazon training centre, supporting accommodation and travel for remote locations. In later years you will combine block release study for your HNC in Engineering or Mechatronics with on‑the‑job training at a Fulfilment Centre, Sortation Centre, or Delivery Station.

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