Composites Machining Apprentice

Composites Machining Apprentice

Brackley, United Kingdom

Build your skills. Make an impact. Race towards excellence.

Every dream needs a team.

Join the Composite Machining Centre as we take on the challenge of Formula One’s exciting new era of sustainable technical regulations.

By taking up an apprenticeship with us you will:

• Join us in September 2026 for a 42 month apprenticeship

• Learn and work in one of the most technically demanding global sports

• Receive dedicated mentoring and training surrounded by experts in their fields to support throughout your studies

• Work in a fast-paced environment that accelerates your skills with real responsibilities in a culture of innovation

Requirements for the role:

• You must have an existing and valid right to work for the duration of the apprenticeship in the UK. Applicants who require a visa to work in the UK should be aware that our apprenticeships are ineligible for sponsorship.

• Availability to complete the level 3 apprenticeship up to a 42-month duration.

• Evidence of having been resident in the UK for 3 years prior to taking up the apprenticeship in September this year or candidates who qualify for an exemption as stated here: Apprenticeship funding rules - GOV.UK

• At least 5 GCSEs (or equivalent) with results of 5 and above. Please note that three of the GCSEs must be Maths, Science and English.

• Ability to be onsite five days per week, either at our factory in Brackley or at the apprenticeship learning provider (located in Milton Keynes or Coventry).

• We will check you meet the criteria as part of the application process as this will need to be evidenced before you can start the programme.

About the role:

We are seeking to employ an Engineering Apprentice to work within the fast-paced environment of our Composite Machining Centre. The successful candidate will be part of a highly skilled team of engineers that will learn to set and operate machine tools to efficiently manufacture high complexity, high value, and precision engineered components for our Formula 1 cars. This Apprenticeship will take part at our Campus in Brackley, alongside additional learning at a Technical College.

Key Skills to be Developed:

• Trained to operate 5 axis CNC mills.

• You will learn to understand, interpret and manufacture to tight tolerances, from engineering drawings.

• Ability to use a wide range of measuring equipment and inspection techniques.

• Understanding manufacturing processes and sequences.

• Develop professional, positive relationships with all team members, with a focus on working collaboratively with all areas of the Composites Department.

• Safe working within general Safety, Health and Environmental guidelines with specific attention and working to Departmental Risk Assessments.

• You will work with a variety of high-grade materials including, epoxy tooling block, aluminium, Titanium and Carbon Fibre.

• To develop manual skills for the final finishing of components

Candidate Profile

Essential:

• Strong interest in engineering with an enquiring mind.

• Computer literate.

• Dependable, enthusiastic and willing to learn.

• Good communication skills.

• Reliable and flexible and punctual.

• A strong, positive work ethic with a ‘can do, team focused’ approach.

• The successful candidate will be self-motivated and be comfortable operating within a team environment.

Desirable:

• It would be advantageous but not required if one year of a Machining/Engineering College course has been completed and further advantageous to have work experience within a similar environment.

Benefits:

When you put the effort in, we give it back. Start with a competitive salary, add in a world-class wellbeing programme (including a free on-site gym), delicious, subsidised food, and private medical cover - all on our state of the art factory powered by 100% renewable energy. You’ll have everything you need to thrive both inside and outside of work.

How to apply:

• Submit your CV and cover letter as a single PDF to our Workday portal

• Complete our application form