On a science industry process and plant engineer apprenticeship course, you’ll help design and manufacture chemical, biological or science-based technology industrial or consumer products.
As an apprentice process and plant engineer in the scientific industry, you will develop and create goods on time, on budget, and of the best quality.
You’ll study engineering principles, project management, and problem-solving so that you can develop and support technical solutions to complex difficulties, as well as recognise chances for business improvement and propose new ideas.
Working safely and ethically is essential in all situations, and many organisations operate in highly regulated environments to guarantee product quality and production safety.
As a process specialist, you will be involved in the conception, design, and operation of processes, as well as the scaling-up of pilot plants, production, and packaging.
Experts at the facility monitor and optimise the plant, equipment, and manufacturing assets to support current and future processing activities.
After completing the scientific, industrial process/plant engineer apprenticeship, you will get a degree in an engineering discipline.
What you’ll learn
On a science industry process and plant engineer apprenticeship course, you’ll learn to:
- Ensure that goals within one’s area of responsibility are met and maintained while conforming to established company rules and legal requirements.
- Prepare for and carry out process/plant engineering tasks using appropriate approaches, procedures, and methods.
- Work independently to analyse, interpret, and evaluate engineering data, presenting the results and problem-solving approach effectively and concisely in written and oral form, and using technology to assist with and assess tasks as needed.
- Manage and/or help with the adoption of new technologies and practices.
- Plan and prioritise process/plant tasks using project management tools, analyse and assess progress against targets, and investigate alternative options.
Entry requirements
You’ll usually need:
- Five GCSEs, including English, maths and science, and relevant level 3 qualifications.
- Apprentices without level 2 English and maths will need to achieve this level before taking the end-point assessment.
Assessment methods
The End Point Assessment consists of two distinct assessment methods:
- Technical engineering report, presentation & questioning
- Vocational competence discussion
Duration, level, subjects and potential salary upon completion
- Duration: 60 months
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Level: 6 – Degree Apprenticeship
- Relevant school subjects: Science
- Potential salary upon completion: £30,000 per annum
Apprenticeship standard
More information about the Level 6 Science Industry Process and Plant Engineer Apprenticeship standard can be found here.
Apprenticeship end point assessment
For more information about the End Point Assessment Process, please read the Institute of Apprenticeships’ information page.