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Apprentice Control System Engineer Review

at Balfour Beatty

Higher Level Apprenticeship

Electronic and Electrical Engineering

Leeds

Review Submitted: May 2026

Overall Rating

4 /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!

4/5 - Overview of Role
5/5 - Skills Development
3.8/5 - Structure and Support

Overview of Role

Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:

4/5
I help with multiple on going projects by building test rigs and following designs. I also go to site with the senior members and help with the installs.

To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

4/5
Very well structured.

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?

5/5
Many new skills such as how to read wiring and circuit diagrams.

Structure and Support

How well organised/structured is your programme?

4/5

How much support do you receive from your employer?

5/5

How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?

4/5

How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?

4/5

Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)

2/5

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend Balfour Beatty to a friend?

Yes

Why?

Its a good company to build a career with

What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Balfour Beatty?

Dont try take charge of everything at the open events by speaking over people.
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