Apprentice Quality Engineer

Role: Apprentice Quality Engineer

Location: Warwick, CV34 6TE

Hours: 37 hours per week | between 08:00 and 16:30 Monday to Thursday, and 08:00-13:00 Friday

Hourly rate: £8 (£16,640.64 pa)

Kick‑start your engineering and quality career with a hands‑on apprenticeship

Are you curious about how things work, enjoy solving problems, and want to build a career in engineering and quality? Our Apprentice Quality Engineer role is a great opportunity to earn while you learn, gaining real‑world experience alongside a Level 3 Data Technician apprenticeship.

You’ll work within our Supplier Quality team, supporting both internal manufacturing teams and external suppliers to improve quality, prevent defects, and drive continuous improvement across our processes. From day one, you’ll be learning on the job, supported by experienced mentors and structured training.

What you’ll be doing

As an Apprentice Quality Engineer, you’ll be involved in a wide range of quality and improvement activities, including:

• Collecting and analysing quality data to help identify trends, issues, and improvement opportunities
• Supporting investigations into non‑conforming or defective materials and helping to put corrective actions in place
• Working with suppliers to assess quality, capability, and compliance
• Supporting new product introduction and supplier verification activities
• Taking part in cross‑functional improvement projects across the business
• Learning and applying structured problem‑solving, Lean, and continuous improvement tools
  
  

You won’t be expected to know everything from day one – this role is about learning, developing, and building confidence over time.

Your apprenticeship – Level 3 Data Technician apprenticeship

Alongside your role, you’ll complete the L

evel 3 Data Technician apprenticeship, designed to help you understand how to identify, plan, and deliver meaningful improvements in a business environment.

You’ll Learn How To

• Understanding data types, sources, architecture, and how data is managed, shared, and stored
• Extracting, cleaning, validating, formatting, and combining data from multiple sources
• Data quality, governance, and compliance considerations
• Analysing data using basic statistical methods, databases (SQL), algorithms, and pattern recognition
• Presenting insights through data visualisation tools (e.g. Power BI/Tableau) and using AI tools effectively with data
  
  

Training is delivered through a blend of live online sessions, coaching, independent study, and workplace projects, with dedicated learning time built into your working week.

Who we’re looking for

We’re looking for someone who is motivated, curious, and keen to learn. You don’t need previous quality experience – what matters most is your attitude and interest.

You’ll Ideally Have

• A genuine interest in engineering, quality, improvement, or how businesses operate
• Good communication skills and confidence working with others
• An analytical mindset and interest in data and problem‑solving
• A positive attitude and willingness to take ownership of your development
• Basic IT skills, including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Teams)
  
  

Qualifications

• 5 GCSEs (or equivalent) at grades 9–4 (A–C), including Maths, English, and Science (desirable)
  
  

Why join us?

• Earn while you learn with a nationally recognised Level 3 qualification
• Hands‑on experience in a real engineering and manufacturing environment
• Structured support, mentoring, and coaching throughout your apprenticeship

Be part of a business that values quality, integrity, and continuous improvement

Clear development opportunities beyond the apprenticeship

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds. Even if you don’t meet every single requirement, we encourage you to apply. We value potential and are committed to supporting your growth in the role.

At Dennis Eagle we are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and a disability confident organisation. We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where diversity is celebrated. As part of our dedication to creating a supportive environment, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy. We invite you to engage in an open conversation with us about how we can best support you and ensure that your unique skills and talents are recognised and valued. Your success is integral to our collective growth, and we look forward to working together to create a workplace that empowers everyone to thrive.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• 25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays: this is based on a 5 day working week (pro rata to 20 days plus Bank Holidays for a 4 day working week)
• Enhanced Pension Scheme and DIS Benefit: The company contributes 5% of total salary into our pension scheme, and 5x basic salary Death In Service.
• Employee Assistance Programme: Access a 24-hour helpline for support with life's challenges, including stress & anxiety, bereavement, relationship advice, tenancy & housing concerns, counselling, financial wellbeing, legal information, substance issues, family matters, childcare support, medical information, and consumer issues.
• Health Shield Medical Cash Plan: All employees receive membership to a company-funded medical cash plan. This scheme allows you to claim cash back for medical expenses, including prescriptions, dental, optical, physiotherapy, specialist consultations, X-rays, and MRI scans.