Mechatronics Apprentice

About the Role

Apprenticeship program at the New Boston or Jefferson plant location designed to develop technical skills in preventative/predictive maintenance, fabrication, pneumatic and electronic systems, PLC programming, and ABB robot programming.

Responsibilities

• Develop skills to understand preventative/predictive maintenance procedures and best practices.
• Fabricate parts from raw material.
• Draw/design simple pneumatic systems and follow pneumatic schematics of complex machines/assembly lines.
• Draw/design simple electronic systems and follow electronic schematics of complex machines/assembly lines.
• Program/design simple PLC programs and follow existing PLC programs of complex machines/assembly lines.
• Program simple ABB robot programs and follow existing ABB robot programs of complex machines/assembly lines.

Requirements

• Physical ability to lift and carry objects up to 20 pounds.

Pay

The program begins at $16/hour during work rotations, with a $1/hour increase each year throughout the three-year apprenticeship. Tuition for the associate degree is fully covered, and apprentices receive a $200 weekly stipend during school weeks.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical and insurance coverage.
• Educational assistance.
• Community outreach, family, and sporting events.
• Flexible working hours and a collaborative work environment.
• Development programs, including training, international or regional assignments, and tailored career paths.

Program Details

• Complete a guided training program led by a Technical Trainer.
• Learn basics of mechatronics, mechanical, and electrical systems.
• Finish the program at an entry-level "Technician" role with successful completion of IHK/PAL Examinations.
• Upon completion, apprentices must commit to full-time employment with Brose for two years.