Battery manufacturing technician
Level 3 · AdvancedEngineering and manufacturing 3 yr typical
About this apprenticeship
What it involves
The Battery Manufacturing Technician apprenticeship develops technical skills for working in battery cell, module and pack production for the energy storage and electric vehicle industries. Apprentices understand electrochemistry, process engineering and quality systems in a manufacturing setting. It leads to technician and process engineer roles in a sector that is central to the UK's net zero ambitions.
On the job
What you’ll learn
Electrochemistry and battery cell construction principles
Battery module and pack assembly processes
Statistical process control and quality management
Maintenance and calibration of production equipment
Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement methods
Electrical safety and handling of high-voltage systems
Interpretation of engineering drawings and technical specifications
On the job
What you’ll do day to day
Set up and monitor battery production lines and equipment
Conduct in-process quality inspections and testing
Diagnose and resolve faults on manufacturing equipment
Analyse production data to identify process improvements
Assist with new product introduction and line trials
Complete maintenance logs and calibration records
Work with engineers to meet production targets safely
The deal
How this apprenticeship works
You earn a wage from day one. You are a paid employee, not a student. There are no tuition fees - the training is funded by your employer and the government.
About 20% is “off-the-job” training. Roughly a day a week is spent learning away from your normal duties - at a college, training provider, or online - working towards a recognised qualification.
It ends with an end-point assessment (EPA). Near the end, an independent assessor checks you can do the job to the national standard - through tests, a project, a portfolio or an interview. Pass it and you are fully qualified.
How to get there
What you need to start
Level 3 (Advanced) - roughly A-level level. Employers usually look for some GCSEs (often English & maths around grade 4/C) or a Level 2 apprenticeship first. English & maths can sometimes be finished during training.
What’s next: Can lead to a Level 4/5 (Higher) apprenticeship, or straight into the role.
Entry requirements are set by each employer and can vary - always check the specific vacancy.
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