CNC Machining Apprenticeships in Blackburn
Start your engineering career with WEC Machining
Build real engineering skills, gain recognised qualifications and work with some of the latest CNC machining technology as part of WEC Group’s Engineering Academy.
Based at our manufacturing facilities in Blackburn, our CNC Machining Apprenticeship gives you the opportunity to learn from experienced engineers while working in a real production environment from the start.
Applications are now open for our 2027 apprenticeship intake.
Earn as you Learn
A machining apprenticeship at WEC is much more than classroom learning.
You’ll develop practical skills alongside experienced engineers, learning how precision components are manufactured for customers across some of the UK’s most demanding industries.
Throughout your apprenticeship, you’ll gain experience in areas including:
- CNC milling and turning
- Setting and operating CNC machinery
- CNC programming
- Conventional milling and turning
- Reading and understanding engineering drawings
- Selecting tooling and machining strategies
- Measuring and inspecting finished components
- Working to tight tolerances
- Quality control
- Health and safety in a modern manufacturing environment
As your knowledge and confidence grow, you’ll take on increasingly challenging work and develop the skills needed to become a professional CNC machinist.
A 4/5 year engineering apprenticeship
Ready to get started?
If you’re interested in engineering, technology and manufacturing, a CNC Machining Apprenticeship with WEC could be the first step towards a rewarding career.