Embedded electronic systems design and development engineer

6 (equivalent to bachelor's degree)

Set by employer.

Candidates will usually have A levels (or equivalent) in maths and at least 1 other science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) based subject (for example - computing, electronics or physics) as well as English GCSE at grade C or above.

• electrical theory and principles - including passive components, semiconductors and thermal management
• analogue and digital circuit design - including designing for purpose and production and testing techniques
• computer aided design (CAD), mathematical modelling and software programming
• project management - including contingency, resource and time planning
• business and commercial awareness and principles - including costs, overheads, margins and profits
• working independently on their own initiative while working within a team environment
• health and safety practices, standards and legislation within a product design environment

• Institute of Engineering and Technology (IET) accredited honours degree in electronics or electrical and electronic engineering

Before taking their end-point assessment apprentices must:

• achieve level 2 English and maths (equivalent to GCSEs at grades A* to C)

This apprenticeship is recognised by the IET and other relevant professional engineering institutions.

The Institute for Apprenticeships has more detailed information about this apprenticeship.