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Engineering and Manufacturing Support Technician

Providing technical support and expertise for all areas of engineering and manufacturing functions.

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Information & Requirements

Engineering and Manufacturing Support Technicians work as part of a team to provide technical support and expertise for all areas of engineering and manufacturing functions.

These include, but are not limited to: communications software, analysis, measurement, process control, technical sales and marketing support, quality control, engineering drawing, inspection, product development and innovation.

Career Paths

This qualification could lead you to roles such as Measurement & Control Technician, Quality Control Inspector, Production Engineer, Technical Support Engineer, Metrology Inspector.

Sectors include Automotive, Aerospace, Electronics, Mechanical, Marine, Electrical, Metal goods and Other Transport Equipment.

Your employer may offer opportunities to progress onto a higher apprenticeship or advance to gain a degree level qualification.

Related Vacancies

Take a look below at our current vacancies. Can’t see what you are looking for? Complete a general application and our Recruitment Team will endeavour to match you up with an employer as new opportunities arise.

Engineering Apprentice

We are engineering careers.

Come and #LearnAndEarn at one of the world’s best frozen food companies. Working alongside first-class engineers combining practical engineering experience with industry-recognised qualification.

Annual Salary: £22,568

Hours: 40 per week, Monday – Friday

Closing Date: 5th April 2026

Engineering Apprentice

Excellent opportunity for two intelligent and committed individuals to join Thorlux Lighting, a highly successful company that designs, manufactures and supplies professional lighting from its technically sophisticated facilities in Redditch.

Annual Salary: £17,000

Hours: 36.5 per week, Monday – Friday

Closing Date: 31st July 2026

Mechatronics Apprenticeship

Start your career as an Apprentice with Sonoco, a global leader in packaging for major FMCG brands.

Gain hands on mechanical skills, work with advanced machinery, and build a strong foundation for a future in engineering, manufacturing, and technical operations.

Annual Salary: £21,049.75

Hours: 37.5 per week, Monday – Friday

Closing Date: 10th April 2026

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MGTS has built long-standing relationships with some of the biggest names in industry, providing apprenticeship training for the next generation of the workforce, and upskilling experienced staff. Our clients include:

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Apply Today

Ready to start your career? Apply to MGTS today to find your perfect Apprenticeship and earn while you learn with professional qualifications and training.