Level 6 Degree Engineering Apprenticeship with Ford Motor Company

Bachelor of Engineering (BEng)


Earn a salary of £24,533 whilst you learn!

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Level 6 Degree Engineering Apprenticeship Opportunities with Ford Motor Company

At Ford Motor Company we are working to revolutionise mobility; fuelled by new challenges, we are creating solutions to build a better world for everyone. To support our incredible plans for the future of mobility, we are looking for talented individuals to join the Ford family; ready to support our development of exciting new products, gain valuable qualifications leading to the completion of a Bachelor of Engineering Degree (BEng), and become part of the next generation of Ford engineers.

About the role

  • The Engineering Degree apprenticeship here at Ford will take you 4 years to complete, with an 8 month rotation plan - allowing you to gain experience across a variety of areas within Ford and learn all about what each department has to offer.
  • You will receive on-the-job training which will allow you to learn new skills and apply your experience to the working world. This will take place either at our Dunton Campus or Dagenham Engine Plant.
  • You will gain an NVQ Level 2 diploma in Performing Engineering Operations (PEO), A Foundation Degree in Mechanical Engineering, and a Bachelor of Engineering (BEng)
  • Weekly day release to attend university and expand your knowledge.

Benefits

A Degree Apprenticeship with Ford Motor Company is an exciting opportunity to pursue practical work experience using world class technologies and processes, alongside academic learning. 

  • Access to our Employee Development and Assistance Programme (EDAP) - which can provide up to £300 per year for non-job-specific education, training and development.
  • A unique opportunity to access Ford’s Privilege scheme - allowing you to purchase Ford vehicles at a discount.
  • A great starting salary of £24,533 increasing yearly, along with our competitive pension scheme.
  • An excellent work-life balance, including a generous holiday allowance of 26 days.

Salary

£24,533 (starting salary with yearly increments throughout the apprenticeship)

*Salary under review

Working at Ford

Working at Ford

We rely on, respect, and care for each other. We build networks and partners without boundaries. We welcome everyone's unique contributions, communicate candidly, and work together as ONE team - we are a family. Our values are our guiding light, and the conscience for our work, and our people. At Ford, we naturally follow these values, and we hope that you do too. To learn more about our values, please visit: https://corporate.ford.com/about/culture.html 

To become part of our team, you will need:

  • GCSEs
    A minimum of 5 GCSE at Grade 5 or above, this must include Maths, English (Language or Literature) at Grade 5 or above. Plus Physics or Double Science GCSE at Grade 5 or above.
    Alternatively, if you have not studied Physics or Double Science we can accept NVQ or BTEC Level 2 or above in an engineering subject.

  • A Levels (or equivalent)
    In addition to the above, we also require 3 A Levels at BBC or higher (or equivalent) predicted or achieved. These must include a B in maths and one other STEM subject (Science, Technology or Engineering) and equate to 112 UCAS points.
    If you have equivalent qualifications, please refer to UCAS to ensure they meet the required 112 UCAS points

To shine here at Ford, you will have the following attributes:

  • A keen interest in engineering and developing your skills further.
  • Ability to communicate well with others.
  • Ability to work as part of a team.
  • A positive attitude to problem solving.
  • Ability to work ethically and take responsibility.

Ford is committed to diversity and equality of opportunity for all and is opposed to any form of less favourable treatment or harassment on the grounds of sex, marital status, civil partnership status, parental status, race, ethnic origin, colour, nationality, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, religion/belief, gender reassignment and gender identity, age and those with caring responsibilities.

Why Anibal chose an engineering career with Ford

As an Advanced Driver Assist Systems (ADAS) simulation engineer, Anibal Pichardo explains; “no two days are alike”, and that’s how he likes it.

Problem-solving is what he does best – a core skill he learned while taking STEM-related classes in school. Find out more about his role in this video.

Webinar recording - find out more

Watch the recording from our recent webinar series to find out more about degree engineering apprenticeships at Ford. 

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Want to know more about working at Ford?

Want to know more about working at Ford? Email us at Fordapprenticeships@randstad.co.uk or call us on 0333 0146299

Selection process

  • Online application - main details and education & qualifications
  • One way video interview
  • Online SHL aptitude tests
  • Assessment centre
  • Eligibility to Work

    At Ford we welcome all applications for our job opportunities. However, we are unable to employ anyone who does not have permission to live and work in the UK.

  • Educational Requirements

    GCSEs
    A minimum of 5 GCSE at Grade 5 or above, this must include Maths, English (Language or Literature) at Grade 5 or above. Plus Physics or Double Science GCSE at Grade 5 or above.
    Alternatively, if you have not studied Physics or Double Science we can accept NVQ or BTEC Level 2 or above in an engineering subject. 

    A Levels (or equivalent)
    In addition to the above, we also require 3 A Levels at BBC or higher (or equivalent) predicted or achieved. These must include a B in maths and one other STEM subject (Science, Technology or Engineering) and equate to 112 UCAS points. If you have equivalent qualifications, please refer to UCAS to ensure they meet the required 112 UCAS points

  • Why an Apprenticeship?

    Apprentices who choose to begin their career instead will be earning money straight away, picking up all sorts of practical skills, and getting a real head start on people who decide to go the traditional route to University for qualifications without building up student debt.