Apprentice Optical Engineer

You will be given opportunity to learn and develop your skills as an Optical Engineer, including:

All aspects of CNC machining: setting, running Hand work: drilling, tapping  Ordering materials  Liaising with the Production Manager  Generating curves in glass to high accuracy's Polishing optical surfaces to accuracy's only light can detect Applying optical coatings to the finished surfaces to make reflective and refractive surfaces

Training:

Engineering Operative Level 2 Apprenticeship Standard:

Level 2 Diploma in engineering operations (skills) Level 2 Certificate or Diploma in engineering operations (knowledge) Functional Skills maths or English if required 

Training Outcome:
Possibility of a permanent position upon completion of apprenticeship

Employer Description:
A well-known manufacturer and worldwide seller of telescopes. We are going from strength to strength and pride ourselves on our experience. A small family company which has been in business for 40 years, we aim to support our employees to ensure they are trained to the highest standards .

Working Hours :
Monday - Friday, 8.30am - 4.30pm with 30 minute lunch break. Possibility of overtime.

Skills:
Attention to detail,Problem solving skills,Team working,Patience