Higher Level/Degree Apprentice

Vertiv is a global leader in critical digital infrastructure, designing and manufacturing power management solutions that support some of the world's most demanding data centre and industrial environments. As part of our continued investment in talent development, we are recruiting future engineers through our Higher-Level and Degree Apprenticeship Programmes.

About the programme

This programme provides an alternative route to obtaining a higher education qualification while gaining valuable industry experience and earning a competitive salary.

Apprentices will work alongside experienced engineering professionals while developing technical expertise in electrical engineering, switchgear manufacturing, testing, quality assurance and engineering design.

Programme Pathways

Higher-Level Apprenticeship (HNC/HND Electrical Engineering)

• HNC - 2 years
• HND - 3 years
• One day per week at North West Regional College (NWRC)
• Four days per week of structured workplace learning

Degree Apprenticeship (BEng Electrical & Electronic Engineering)

• Four-year programme
• Delivered in partnership with Ulster University
• Combines academic study with practical engineering experience
• Provides a pathway from Junior Engineering positions to Graduate Engineering roles

Career Opportunities

• Successful apprentices may progress into:
• Graduate Electrical Engineer
• Junior Engineer
• CAD Engineer
• Test Technician
• Quality Engineer
• Manufacturing Engineer
• Continuous Improvement Engineer
• Project Management roles

What We Offer

• Competitive salary
• Fully funded university and college fees
• Paid day release for academic study
• Practical industry experience from day one
• Structured mentoring and development
• Long-term career opportunities within a global organisation

Essential Criteria

Higher-Level Apprenticeship (HNC/HND)

Applicants must:

• Be at least 18 years old by September 2026
• Have 3 A-Levels at grades A*–C including Mathematics or Physics (or equivalent)

OR

• Hold a BTEC Level 3 Diploma/Extended Diploma in Engineering

Degree Apprenticeship

Applicants must meet one of the following:

• Relevant A-Level qualifications including Mathematics and a science/technology subject
• Relevant Irish Leaving Certificate qualifications including Higher Level Mathematics
• HNC or HND in Electrical, Electronic, Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering

Personal Attributes

• We are looking for individuals who can demonstrate:
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication abilities
• Teamwork and collaboration
• Organisation and attention to detail
• A proactive approach to learning and development
• Commitment to health and safety