Apprenticeship Vacancy Details
Lubrizol are looking for a committed and enthusiastic apprentice to work with their electrical engineering team. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain industry experience while working to achieve an honours degree.
Apply Now for Electronic and Electrical Engineering Degree Apprentice
Closing Date: 01-08-2026
Apprenticeship Summary
Wage
£22,990 a year
Working week
Monday to Friday - 8am to 4.15pm 45 minute lunch break.
Expected duration
3 Years 6 Months
Possible start date
01-09-2026
Date posted
02-07-2026
Apprenticeship level
Degree
Reference number
2000038392
Positions
1
What will the apprentice be doing?
As an Electronic and Electrical Degree Apprentice, you will gain a broad range of experience of latest testing technologies and an opportunity to develop a skill set that includes automation control, electronics and electrical installation, instrumentation and measurement and electrical plant maintenance and fault finding.
Your day-to-day tasks will include:
- Installation, maintenance, fault finding and troubleshooting on electrical control and automated systems
- Programming and calibration
- Documentation and safety compliance
- PLCs, SCADA, BMS systems and communication networks
What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?
You will spend 4 days each week working alongside skilled professionals in the workplace, and one day each week studying and training at Derby College's Roundhouse campus.
What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?
Upon succesful completion of this apprenticeship, you could be employed as a Controls (Electrical and Electronic) Specialist.
Requirements and prospects
Desired skills and personal qualities
Communication skills IT skills Attention to detail Organisation skills Problem solving skills Analytical skills Logical Team working Patience Professional Control systems knowledge
Qualifications
GCSE Any other 2 subjects (Grade C/4) Essential
GCSE English (Grade C/4) Essential
GCSE Maths (Grade C/4) Essential
GCSE Science (Grade C/4) Essential
A Level Engineering/Technology related subject (Grade B) Essential
A Level Maths (Grade B) Essential
A Level Science (Grade B) Essential
T Level Engineering (Grade Distinction) Essential
BTEC Engineering - Extended Diploma (Grade DDM) Essential
Things to consider
To be eligible to apply for this apprenticeship, you must have at least 5 GCSEs at Grade 4/C or above, including English, maths and science. You must also have one of the following:
- A Levels at ABB or above including Maths and a Science or Engineering/Technical subject, or OR
- BTEC Extended Diploma in Engineering at DDM or above, OR
- T Level in Engineering at Distinction or above, OR
- Level 3 apprenticeship in Electrical Engineering
The Lubrizol site in Hazelwood is approximately 8 miles north of Derby City Centre and is not near regular public transport links. You will also need to travel to Derby College on Pride Park one day each week.
About the employer
At Lubrizol, we don’t just develop solutions – we collaborate to shape the future. With curiosity and expertise at our core, we create innovations that advance mobility, improve well-being and enhance modern life. Our global team blends technical precision with bold ideas, transforming challenges into growth opportunities. Our speciality chemicals expertise enhances practically every facet of life, from the way you move around the place, to how you take care of yourself, to how you work. Imagined for Life, Enabled by Science.
Employer
LUBRIZOL LIMITED
www.lubrizol.com
Address
The Knowle Nether Lane Hazelwood
Derby
Training
Training provider
DCG
Contact
DCG
Apprenticeship Degree
Electrical and electronic engineer (degree) (level 6)
