Imagine all the cool stuff around us – from your phone to a bicycle frame or even a spaceship! A Materials Engineer is like a super-scientist who understands what all these things are made of and how they work. They study different materials like metals, plastics, ceramics, and even new smart materials, finding out their strengths, weaknesses, and how they behave in different situations. They might work to create brand new materials, make existing ones better, or figure out why a material failed and how to prevent it from happening again. This job involves a lot of problem-solving and being creative. You could be designing new lightweight materials for cars to make them more fuel-efficient, developing strong but flexible plastics for sports equipment, or even finding materials that can withstand extreme heat for jet engines. Materials Engineers work in all sorts of exciting industries, including aerospace, automotive, healthcare, electronics, and sustainable energy. It's a fantastic career if you love science, enjoy experimenting, and want to help build the future!
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NORTH STAFFORDSHIRE ENGINEERING GROUP TRAINING ASSOCIATION LIMITED
( Added 08 Aug 2024 - 1 position available )
We have an opportunity for a Maintenance Engineer role with a local company. The successful applicant will be trained to carry out repairs and maintenance of all equipment on site. Repairs and maintenance will be both reactive and planned-in, in accordance with the company plan. You will be expected to work safely and meet the quality standards.
Closing date: in 16 days
Possible start date: 01 Oct 2026
NORTH STAFFORDSHIRE ENGINEERING GROUP TRAINING ASSOCIATION LIMITED
( Added 08 Aug 2024 - 1 position available )
We have an opportunity for a welding and fabrication apprenticeship role with a local company. You will be expected to carry out the work safely and meet the exact quality standards that are demanded in a fast paced and efficient processing environment.
Closing date: in 16 days
Possible start date: 01 Oct 2026
NORTH STAFFORDSHIRE ENGINEERING GROUP TRAINING ASSOCIATION LIMITED
( Added 08 Aug 2024 - 1 position available )
L2 Apprentice CNC Machine Operator Apprentice required. The successful candidate will have a can-do attitude and will gain skills/knowledge working on CNC machinery at an established local company. This is a great opportunity for the right candidate. You will be setting up, programming and operating machines, and machining components to specifications.
Closing date: in 16 days
Possible start date: 01 Oct 2026
NORTH STAFFORDSHIRE ENGINEERING GROUP TRAINING ASSOCIATION LIMITED
( Added 08 Aug 2024 - 1 position available )
Opportunity for a welding/fabrication apprentice with a local company. You will carry out work safely, meet quality standards in a fast paced and efficient processing environment. Duties include: using various tools/machinery by following health and safety procedures, measuring/ marking of the steel for cutting/drilling following specifications.
Closing date: in 16 days
Possible start date: 01 Oct 2026
NORTH STAFFORDSHIRE ENGINEERING GROUP TRAINING ASSOCIATION LIMITED
( Added 18 Sep 2024 - 1 position available )
Opportunity for a Lean Manufacturing apprentice with a local company. You will carry out work safely, meet quality standards in a fast paced and efficient processing environment. Duties include using various tools/machinery by following health and safety procedures, measuring/marking of material for processing following specifications.
Closing date: in 16 days
Possible start date: 01 Oct 2026
NORTH STAFFORDSHIRE ENGINEERING GROUP TRAINING ASSOCIATION LIMITED
( Added 25 Sep 2024 - 1 position available )
As an apprentice, you will be working at an established local company and gain extensive experience in a variety of CAD aspects. You will gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff.
Closing date: in 16 days
Possible start date: 01 Oct 2026
NORTH STAFFORDSHIRE ENGINEERING GROUP TRAINING ASSOCIATION LIMITED
( Added 01 Nov 2024 - 1 position available )
The successful candidate will receive full training in Machine Tool Setting and begin a career in a company with a good track record. For the right person, there is the opportunity to secure full-time employment and to progress to higher level qualifications.
Closing date: in 16 days
Possible start date: 01 Oct 2026
NORTH STAFFORDSHIRE ENGINEERING GROUP TRAINING ASSOCIATION LIMITED
( Added 09 Feb 2026 - 1 position available )
<p>Level 2 Engineering Operative.</p> <p>Functional Skills in Maths & English (if required).</p> <p>Learning will take place in the workplace with the need to attend training with NSEG when required.</p>
Closing date: in 16 days
Possible start date: 01 Oct 2026
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