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Electronic Engineer for Automation Technology (m/f/x) | Apprenticeship

As an electronic engineer for automation technology (m/f/x), you install electrical components and systems. Industrial plants or building systems are just as much a part of your everyday work as programming and controlling with programmable logic controllers (PLC). You are also responsible for the maintenance of automated production plants and manufacturing systems in series production, including quality assurance.

Why work with us?

At Volkswagen Group Services, you also have practical examples for each training spectrum. By changing the practical training stations every three to six months, you will get to know automotive production, research or battery technology.

Duration of the apprenticeship: Three and a half years
Location: Various operational sites in Braunschweig or Wolfsburg, Germany
Vocational school: BBS 2 Braunschweig

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Apprenticeship content – Electronic Engineer for Automation Technology (m/f/x)

1. 1

   First apprenticeship year

   On-boarding weeks together with all apprentices in the apprenticeship year.

   • What are production and processing plants?
   • How do operational facilities work?
   • Which safety standards must be met by operational facilities?

   These and other questions will be answered in the first apprenticeship year.

2. 2

   Second apprenticeship year

   Preparation for the mid-term exam together with other apprentices.

   • How do I install communication and lighting technology?

   • How do I check and evaluate the safety of electronic equipment and facilities?
   • What is the right way to service equipment?

   These and other questions will be answered in the second apprenticeship year.

3. 3

   Third apprenticeship year

   Preparation for the final exam together with other apprentices.

   • What tools do I need to construct facilities?
   • How do I plan the construction of operational facilities?
   • How do I repair production and processing plants?

   These and other questions will be answered in the third apprenticeship year.

Motor Vehicle Mechatronics Engineer Specialised in System and High Voltage Technology (m/f/x) | Apprenticeship

As a motor vehicle mechatronics engineer specialised in system and high voltage technology (m/f/x), I service motor vehicles, in particular those with electric or hybrid drives. I check the vehicle systems, carry out repairs and equip vehicles with optional features, special equipment and accessories.

Why work with us?

Volkswagen Group Services offers me an exciting environment for this job. During the apprenticeship, I will get to know a new department every three to six months, which will leave me well prepared for future challenges.

Duration of the apprenticeship: Three years
Location: Various operational sites in Emden, Germany
Vocational school: BBS 2 Emden

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Apprenticeship content – Motor Vehicle Mechatronics Engineer Specialised in System and High Voltage Technology

1. 1

   First apprenticeship year

   On-boarding weeks together with all apprentices in the apprenticeship year.

   • How do I use circuit diagrams and assembly and network schematics in the vehicle?
   • How do I measure, test and diagnose mechatronic vehicle systems?
   • How do I recognise and evaluate electronic and electrotechnical damage to vehicles?

   These and other questions will be answered in the first apprenticeship year.

2. 2

   Second apprenticeship year

   Preparation for the mid-term exam together with other apprentices.

   • How do I repair mechanical and electronic systems?
   • How do I repair and install vehicle components correctly?
   • How can I learn to safely handle high voltage technology?

   These and other questions will be answered in the second apprenticeship year.

3. 3

   Third apprenticeship year

   Preparation for the final exam together with other apprentices.

   • How are safety measures observed for electric vehicles?
   • What is the right way to check the quality of the vehicle?
   • How should I handle a high voltage battery?

   These and other questions will be answered in the third apprenticeship year.

Technical System Planner for Electrical Engineering (m/f/x) | Apprenticeship

As a technical system planner for electrical engineering (m/f/x), you will be responsible for electrical installations at Volkswagen Group Services. Among other things, you will work with CAD systems to create drawings and technical documents that will be used to implement the associated systems. Here, you will need to consistently comply with all relevant drawing standards. You will also create work instructions, operating manuals, layout and component diagrams and parts lists for assembly operations. 

Why work with us? 

During your apprenticeship at Volkswagen Group Services, you will become familiar with a variety of work assignments and locations. For example you will learn more about all areas relating to building services and engineering.

Duration of the apprenticeship: 3,5 years
Location: Wolfsburg, Germany
Vocational school:Heinrich-Büssing-Schule Braunschweig

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Apprenticeship content – Technical System Planner for Electrical Engineering (m/f/x)

1. 1

   First apprenticeship year

   On-boarding weekstogether with all apprentices in the apprenticeship year.

   Technical system planners for electrical engineering (m/f/x) will learn, among other things: 

   • to analyse and register technical systems  
   • to create components and assemblies in accordance with specifications and with the help of computer-aided design systems  
   • to take into account the effects that selected manufacturing procedures and materials have on component design  
   • to complete orders in a customer-focused manner

2. 2

   Second apprenticeship year

   Preparation for the mid-term exam together with other apprentices.

   Technical system planners for electrical engineering (m/f/x) will learn, among other things:

   • to analyse electrical systems  
   • to plan and present electrical installations and power systems

   During the second apprenticeship year, each apprentice can apply for a stay abroad within the scope of the apprenticeship and become familiar with one of the international locations of Volkswagen Group Services GmbH, such as Lisbon (Portugal) or Bratislava (Slovakia).

3. 3

   Third apprenticeship year

   Technical system planners for electrical engineering (m/f/x) will learn, among other things: 

   • to plan building systems  
   • to select and take into account various drive systems  
   • to plan the management and control of building and automation systems

4. 4

   Fourth apprenticeship year

   Preparation for the final exam together with other apprentices.

   Technical system planners for electrical engineering (m/f/x) will learn, among other things:

   • to plan communication systems for residential buildings and special-purpose buildings
   • to process customer orders for technical building systems