Job Description

DOVER PRECISION COMPONENTS:

Dover Precision Components ‘DPC’ (‘the Company’) is part of Dover Corporation’s (‘the Parent Company’) Pumps and Process solutions segment. DPC holds market leading positions globally and delivers performance-critical solutions across the oil & gas, power generation, marine, industrial, chemical and general processing markets. We design and manufacture mission-critical equipment components to deliver more affordable, cleaner energy solutions and enable manufacturers to operate more efficiently.

WE DELIVER CUSTOMER SUCCESS​

Dover Precision Components delivers products and services that enhance performance, improve safety, reduce carbon emissions, and accelerate clean energy adoption, through collaborative customer relationships, expert engineering, and an innovative culture. Our strong Company portfolio is comprised of long products and services offered under Cook Compression, Cook Mechanical Field Services, Waukesha Bearings, Waukesha Magnetic Bearings, Inpro/Seal, Bearings Plus, and FW Murphy Production Controls. Our global footprint reaches more than twelve locations in the Americas and more than six locations in Europe and China.

BUILDING POTENTIAL. SUSTAINING PERFORMANCE. BOOSTING FUTURES.

We are diligent in recognizing our employees’ needs and providing an enriching experience through professional developmental opportunities. Our authentic, collaborative company culture, combined with a competitive suite of health and welfare offerings, emulates who we are. We are Dover Precision Components, #LifeAtDPC

4 Year Modern Apprenticeship in Engineering (SCQF Level 7)

Join us as a Manufacturing Apprentice and gain valuable hands in experience with a Global Precision Engineering Company whilst working towards a nationally recognized qualification.

Who are we

• Dover Precision Components (DPC) deliver performance-critical solutions for rotating and reciprocating machinery across the oil & gas, power generation, marine, industrial, chemical and general processing markets.
• At DPC, our aim is to improve reciprocating compressor performance to our customers, and we offer a complete package of services and products to develop the right solutions.
• With facilities in North America, Europe, Asia and the Middle East, we take a globally interconnected approach to serving our customers’ global and local operations. Our team is committed to safety, quality and continuous improvement in all that we do.

What you will you doing?

As part of your apprenticeship you will learn how to set up and operate computer numerically controlled and manual lathes to perform various machining operations.

The candidate will receive training to perform the following -

• Read process sheets and drawings to determine machining requirements, dimensional specifications, and how to Identify, select and install proper tooling for operations being performed.
• Understand quality systems and perform necessary quality inspections using precision measuring instruments and gauging devices
• Learn about the principles of Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement activities to reduced setup times and improve productivity and efficiency.
• “Best Practices” to achieve company goals for safety, delivery, cost and quality.

What are we looking for

• Three National 5 including; Mathematics ( Applications of Mathematics is not currently accepted), English and a Science.
• Organised, detail focused and an effective communicator
• Works well as part as a team
• Eager to learn and develop a career in Engineering or Manufacturing

What you’ll get

• NC in Mechanical Engineering Systems (20 weeks at EKGTA or 2 Years Day Release at local College)
• Diploma in Engineering SCQF Level 7 (Engineering Manufacturing & Fabrication)
• Competitive salary with incremental increases upon successful academic achievement
• Real exposure in a busy, global, engineering setting
• Mentorship from experienced engineers