Job Description

Opportunity information



Duration 4 years

Advert closing date 17/02/2026



Description



We are looking for enthusiastic individuals to join our European Technical Organisation (ETO) to support our engineering functions based at Cummins Darlington.



This role is a four-year apprenticeship which involves rotating across various engineering functions. The role offers the opportunity to complete practical and theory-based work whilst completing an Engineering Manufacturing Technician (Level 4) Apprenticeship. You will learn how a major global organisation operates, gaining the tools and exposure you will need to become an expert in the industry and power your potential!

Summary of the course:

This role is a four-year apprenticeship which involves rotating across various engineering functions. The role offers the opportunity to complete practical and theory-based work whilst completing a Engineering Manufacturing Technician (Level 4) Apprenticeship.



During employment the apprentice will complete day release to college (duration of day release will be subject to prior learning)



Working hours will be Monday to Friday 37.5 hours with a 30-minute lunch break.



Candidates must be able to travel to New College Durham (NCD) throughout the duration of their apprenticeship. Please consider travel arrangements prior to applying for this position.

Responsibilities:

In this role, you will make an impact in the following ways:

Rotational scheme, developing an understanding of Cummins European Technical Organisation.



Support the design and development of new engine platforms.



Support engine quality and regulatory testing.



Support engine assembly processes.



Communicate project updates back to the wider team.



Maintain documentation for own performance and development objectives.

Why Cummins:

As an apprentice at Cummins, you will have the chance to develop your skills and knowledge in a supportive and dynamic environment. Our program is designed to provide a comprehensive learning experience that prepares you for a successful career in the industry.

Working at Cummins:

At Cummins, we are dedicated to diversity in the workplace and our policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to race, gender, color, disability, national origin, age, religion, union affiliation, sexual orientation, veteran status, citizenship, gender identity, and/or expression or other status protected by law.



Entry requirements

To be successful in this role you will need the following:

Has a passion for learning and personal development. Action oriented, Taking on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm. Mathematics at GCSE grade 6 or above Science at GCSE grade 6 or above (if applicant has completed separate sciences Physics 6, Chemistry 5, Biology 5) English Language at GCSE grade 5 or above Average grade of 5 across remaining core subjects BTEC Engineering Level 3 (desired) We will be running an assessment centre over the Easter Break as part of the recruitment process. Dates TBC

Training to be provided

You will be enrolled onto a Engineering Manufacturing Technician (Level 4) Apprenticeship at New College Durham You will recieve on going training from New College Durham and Cummins

Things to consider



You will need to travel to Cummins Darlington and New College Durham each week. Please consider travel arrangements prior to applying for this position.



Skills required



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Future prospects



Upon apprenticeship completion, you will gain a Level 4 qualification in Engineering Manufacturing and possibility of potential permanent employment through open vacancies.



Darlington, County Durham, England, DL1 4PW