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Cummins
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Engineering Manufacturing Technician Level 4 Apprenticeship

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About 4.5/5
Deadline: 16th February 2026
10 days left
Job Type:
Higher Level Apprenticeship
Job Roles:
Engineering
Manufacturing
Locations:
Darlington

Job Description

Engineering Manufacturing Technician Level 4 Apprenticeship

We are looking for enthusiastic individuals to join our European Technical Organisation (ETO) to support our engineering functions based at Cummins Darlington. This role is a four-year apprenticeship which involves rotating across various engineering functions. The role offers the opportunity to complete practical and theory-based work whilst completing an Engineering Manufacturing Technician (Level 4) Apprenticeship. You will learn how a major global organization operates, gaining the tools and exposure you will need to become an expert in the industry and power your potential!

Summary of the course:

Four-year apprenticeship which involves rotating across various engineering functions to maximise learning. This role offers the opportunity to complete practical and theory-based work whilst completing an Engineering Manufacturing Technician (Level 4) Apprenticeship.

During employment the apprentice will complete day release to college (duration of day release will be subject to prior learning)Working hours, Monday to Thursday – 08:00 – 16:30 with a 30-minute lunch break and Friday 08:00 – 13:30

Candidates must be able to travel to the education provider (New College Durham) throughout the duration of the apprenticeship. Please consider travel arrangements prior to applying for this position.

External Qualifications and Competencies

In this role, you will make an impact in the following ways:

  • Rotating through several ETO departments , developing an understanding of Cummins’ European Technical Organisation.
  • Supporting the design and development of new engine platforms.
  • Supporting engine quality and regulatory testing.
  • Supporting engine assembly processes.
  • Communicating project updates back to the wider team.
  • Maintaining documentation for own performance and development objectives.

Additional Responsibilities Unique to this Position

To be successful in this role you will need the following:

  • Mathematics at GCSE grade 6 or above, Science at GCSE grade 6 or above (if applicant has completed separate sciences Physics 6, Chemistry 5, Biology 5) and English at GCSE grade 5 or above
  • Average grade of 5 across remaining core subjects,
  • BTEC Engineering Level 3 (desirable but not essential)
  • A passion for learning and personal development.
  • Action oriented, taking on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, energy, and enthusiasm

About Us

Cummins is an equal opportunity employer. Our policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to race, sex, color, disability, national origin, age, religion, union affiliation, sexual orientation, veteran status, citizenship, gender identity, or other status protected by law.

How to apply

To apply for this role and to find out more, please click on the apply button. Please note that applications may close before the application deadline, so apply early to avoid disappointment.


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