Process Engineer Degree Apprentice Review
at Cavendish Nuclear
Degree Apprenticeship
Engineering
Warrington, Cheshire
Review Submitted: April 2025
Overall Rating
4.1 /5
The Overall Rating is the average of all the ratings given in each category. We take those individual ratings and combine them into one final score!
3.5/5
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Overview of Role
4/5
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Skills Development
4/5
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Structure and Support
Overview of Role
Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:
3/5
Predominately design work at various different stages of a project. This includes preparation of drawings and documents for HAZOP studies as well as optioneering and BAT assessments etc.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
4/5
There is a variety of work and you may even be able to go and visit the plant you are working on.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
4/5
yes, many throughout the apprenticeship that are vital to a process engineer. There are lots of training opportunities provided, for example Plant 3D.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
3/5
The organisation/structure has improved over the five years of the apprenticeship.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
4/5
There is a lot of support available with many drop in sessions as well as approachable colleagues.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
Lecturers are always available and the apprenticeship team have your full support throughout the EPA process.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
4/5
The qualification provides a basic overview of process engineering. The nuclear industry is very niche and so just as much learning is needed on the job.
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
4/5
There are lots of networks to join including the Gender Balance Network. The individual projects and teams you work with also tend to organise activities outside of work.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend Cavendish Nuclear to a friend?
Yes
Why?
They are a nice team to work with where everyone is approachable. It is a decent salary and I have always felt I had support where needed, especially through the stress of completing a degree alongside work.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Cavendish Nuclear?
I would advise to look into the basic knowledge/background of the nuclear industry as it will with the big learning curve if you have not had any experience within this industry.
