Mechatronics Maintenance Technician (Level 3)

Overview of the role

Mechatronics maintenance technicians carry out a broad range of activities which may include installation, testing, fault finding, rectification, modifications and the on-going planned maintenance of complex automated equipment. This requires the application of a blend of skills, knowledge and occupational behaviours across the electrical, electronic, mechanical, fluid power and control systems disciplines.

Occupation summary

This occupation is found in the aerospace, aviation, automotive, defence, logistics, pharmaceutical, energy, food and drink, and wider advanced manufacturing and engineering sectors which utilise automated equipment with integrated systems and interfaces, where the equipment contains a blend of technologies such as mechanical, electrical, electronic and control, and fluid power.

The broad purpose of the occupation is to ensure that plant and equipment perform to the required standard to facilitate targets regarding safety, quality, delivery, availability and cost within the aerospace, aviation, automotive, logistics, defence and wider advanced manufacturing and engineering sectors. Multi-skilled mechatronics technicians carry out a broad range of activities which may include installation, testing, fault finding, rectification, modifications and the on-going planned maintenance of complex automated equipment. This requires the application of a blend of skills, knowledge and occupational behaviours across the electrical, electronic, mechanical, fluid power and control systems disciplines. They prepare for the maintenance activity and inform stakeholders of work status. They also complete documentation, handover work, set up their work area and are required to be competent in safe engineering practices for their own safety and those around them. They may be required to work shifts, to work at height and in confined spaces, as well as dealing with equipment which may contain high voltages, high pressures, ionising radiation and other hazards.

In their daily work, an employee in this occupation interacts with a wide range of potential stake holders and others such as other technicians, engineering leaders, production operators, production leaders, business managers, customers, contractors, external agencies and members of the public. They may work in a range of environments including factories, hangers and workshops, as well as outside.

An employee in this occupation will be responsible for the quality and accuracy of the work they undertake within the limits of their personal authority, whilst complying with national and international legislation, civil or military regulatory and organisational requirements. All work must comply with health and safety legislation, environmental legislation and the employers own specific rules and guidance. They carry out complex maintenance activities on high value equipment across a wide range of equipment types and are responsible for the health and safety of themselves, their colleagues and others who may be affected by the work. They are required to complete tasks within defined timescales. They need to work autonomously, professionally and responsibly to regulatory and organisational requirements. Depending on the organisation they may be required to work on their own or as part of a team. They are responsible for the correct use and fitness for purpose of tools and equipment, and for maintaining their own continued professional development.

• Field service maintenance technician
• Maintenance team member
• Maintenance technician
• Mechatronics maintenance technician
• Mechatronics technician
• Multi-skilled site maintenance technician

Mechatronics maintenance technicians carry out a broad range of activities which may include installation, testing, fault finding, rectification, modifications and the on-going planned maintenance of complex automated equipment. This requires the application of a blend of skills, knowledge and occupational behaviours across the electrical, electronic, mechanical, fluid power and control systems disciplines. They prepare for the maintenance activity and inform stakeholders of work status. They also complete documentation, handover work, set up their work area and are required to be competent in safe engineering practices for their own safety and those around them. They may be required to work shifts, to work at height and in confined spaces, as well as dealing with equipment which may contain high voltages, high pressures, ionising radiation and other hazards.

In their daily work, an employee in this occupation interacts with a wide range of potential stake holders and others such as other technicians, engineering leaders, production operators, production leaders, business managers, customers, contractors, external agencies and members of the public. They may work in a range of environments including factories, hangers and workshops, as well as outside.

An employee in this occupation will be responsible for the quality and accuracy of the work they undertake within the limits of their personal authority, whilst complying with national and international legislation, civil or military regulatory and organisational requirements. All work must comply with health and safety legislation, environmental legislation and the employers own specific rules and guidance. They carry out complex maintenance activities on high value equipment across a wide range of equipment types and are responsible for the health and safety of themselves, their colleagues and others who may be affected by the work. They are required to complete tasks within defined timescales. They need to work autonomously, professionally and responsibly to regulatory and organisational requirements. Depending on the organisation they may be required to work on their own or as part of a team. They are responsible for the correct use and fitness for purpose of tools and equipment, and for maintaining their own continued professional development.

For the mechatronics maintenance technician, the qualification required is:

Level 3 Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (Development Knowledge) or Pearson BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (Development Technical Knowledge)

EPA gateway

The EPA gateway is when the EPAO checks and confirms that you have met any requirements required before you start the EPA. You will only enter the gateway when your employer says you are ready.

The gateway requirements for your EPA are:

• achieved English and mathematics qualifications in line with the apprenticeship funding rules
• for the interview underpinned by a portfolio of evidence, you must submit a portfolio of evidence
• passed any other qualifications listed in the occupational standard

For the mechatronics maintenance technician, the qualification required is:

Level 3 Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (Development Knowledge) or Pearson BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (Development Technical Knowledge)

• Engineering manufacturing technician
• Manufacturing engineer (degree)

What is an end-point assessment and why it happens

An EPA is an assessment at the end of your apprenticeship. It will assess you against the knowledge, skills, and behaviours (KSBs) in the occupational standard. Your training will cover the KSBs. The EPA is your opportunity to show an independent assessor how well you can carry out the occupation you have been trained for.

Your employer will choose an end-point assessment organisation (EPAO) to deliver the EPA. Your employer and training provider should tell you what to expect and how to prepare for your EPA.

The length of the training for this apprenticeship is typically 42 months. The EPA period is typically 6 months.

The overall grades available for this apprenticeship are:

• fail
• pass
• distinction

When you pass the EPA, you will be awarded your apprenticeship certificate.

Assessment methods

Observation with questions

You will be observed by an independent assessor completing your work. It will last at least 3 hours. They will ask you at least 4 questions.

Interview underpinned by a portfolio of evidence

You will have an interview with an independent assessor. It will last at least 60 minutes. They will ask you at least 8 questions. The questions will be about certain aspects of your occupation. You need to compile a portfolio of evidence before the EPA gateway. You can use it to help answer the questions.

This apprenticeship aligns with Institute of Engineering and Technology (IET) for Engineering Technician

Please contact the professional body for more details.

This apprenticeship aligns with Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE) for Engineering Technician

Please contact the professional body for more details.

• Status: Approved for delivery (available for starts)
• Reference: ST1326
• Version: 1.0
• Level: 3
• Typical duration: 42 months
• Typical assessment period: 6 months
• Minimum hours for compliance: 744
• Route: Engineering and manufacturing
• Integration: None
• Maximum funding: £27000
• Date updated: 06/09/2024
• Approved for delivery: 19 August 2024
• Lars code: 775
• EQA provider: Ofqual

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