Rail Design Engineer Apprentice

Rail Design Engineer Apprentice

Location: Point 3, Haywood Road, Warwick

Qualification: Level 3, Rail Engineering Design Technician

Starting Salary: £17,500

: 2013

When you join one of Telent’s Apprenticeship Programmes you will be working as part of a company that effects the everyday lives of people across the UK and Ireland. With our diverse portfolio of projects and areas of specialities, we offer a range of apprenticeships to suit different types of learners. You will have the opportunity to grow, develop and learn from professionals whilst building your career with Telent and gaining industry leading qualifications.

We rely on our Early Careers Talent to become our leaders of the future, so it’s vitally important for us to find the individuals with passion and potential to achieve together. Join Telent and be part of something bigger.

When you join our Engineering Team at Telent, you’ll be empowered to innovate and drive common solutions, working closely with technical experts who are proud of the impact their work makes. Come join a high‑performing team doing complex and critical work.

• Develop a solid understanding of the projects and learn how Rail communication systems are designed, used and developed.
• Learn how to produce detailed design using Design Tools such as Visio and AutoCAD.
• Understand and learn the design process whilst adhering to regulations and governance.
• Gain an understanding of the design lifecycle as well as gaining an insight into client requirements.
• Assist the Design Team with the delivery of key design projects and working towards strict deadlines.
• Escalate design issues where necessary and help manage the mitigation of risks, issues and budgets.
• Understand and adhere to the Health & Safety requirements of the UK rail infrastructure.
• Interface with other operational engineer departments.
• Liaise with our client project timelines.

• We don’t require individuals with experience as we will provide full training in all aspects of the role from how to use tools or software.
• You will get a mobile phone and a laptop as part of the role.
• Although supported throughout the programme by us at Telent you will need to take ownership of your tasks and personal development.
• The ideal candidate will have strong attention to detail, planning and organisation skills with the ability to use initiative with a positive, resilient work ethic.

• Minimum of 5 GCSEs grades 9 to 4, specifically Maths, English and Science or an IT related subject (A
  * to
  
  C).
• A-Level or equivalent in Maths or Engineering subject desirable but not essential.
• Must be eligible to work in the UK.
• Must be over the age of 18 by September 2026.
• Full UK Driving Licence.
• Must be able to pass a pre‑employment Drugs and Alcohol test (a safety requirement of working on/for UK Railways).

• This apprenticeship is typically 36 months in duration.
• Starting salary of £17,500 which will increase throughout the duration of the programme.
• The qualification you gain will be a Level 3, Rail Engineering Design Technician.
• Our chosen training provider National Training Academy for Rail will support you in obtaining your qualification.
• Predominantly office based at home but with frequent visits to our Warwick site and out to client sites.
• On completion of your apprenticeship, we hope to offer you a full‑time position with Telent where you can continue to pursue your career.
• You will be mentored by colleagues, supervisors, managers and tutors throughout the programme.

A career at Telent can span sectors, roles, technologies and clients giving you the opportunity to develop, learn new skills and make an impact. We are growing and we rely on our committed Team to deliver.

We nurture the talent that makes this happen, by our on‑going commitment to creating an inclusive culture that respects and values difference, that celebrates diverse ideas. We want everyone to feel they can be themselves and to thrive at work.

• 34 days holiday, including public holidays, plus the option to buy or sell five days each year.
• Company pension scheme.
• A range of family friendly policies.
• Training,…