Specify, design, build, program and test robotic systems or solutions intended to do automated jobs.
This occupation is found in technology or engineering functions across a range of public and private sectors such as manufacturing, retail, healthcare and transportation, all of which range in size from large to small operations. Robotics engineers will normally operate with a considerable degree of autonomy and will lead teams that develop and deploy robotic systems. They work in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, standards and ethics.
The broad purpose of the occupation is to specify, design, build, program and test robotic systems or solutions intended to do automated jobs in industries including manufacturing, construction, logistics, aerospace and medicine, as well as robots that interact with people and operate autonomously in public spaces and warehouses.
In their daily work, an employee in this occupation interacts with a multidisciplinary project team that can consist of process engineers, mechanical engineers, electrical engineers, software engineers, communication engineers, industrial psychologists, shop floor staff, safety engineers and other key stakeholders depending on the nature of the project. An employee in this occupation would typically report to a project manager and would have significant interaction with customers and stakeholders. The work locations could vary between office, shop floor, or other remote locations where the robotic systems are deployed.
An employee in this occupation will be responsible for the design, development, integration, programming and deployment of robotic systems with considerations to project timescales, milestones, safety regulations, ethical issues, sustainability, cost, reliability, maintenance, and implementation.
This is a summary of the key things that you – the apprentice and your employer need to know about your end-point assessment (EPA). You and your employer should read the EPA plan for the full details. It has information on assessment method requirements, roles and responsibilities, and re-sits and re-takes.
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 48 months. The EPA period is typically 6 months.
The overall grades available for this apprenticeship are:
When you pass the EPA, you will be awarded your apprenticeship certificate.
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:
BEng Robotics Engineering or BEng Robotics
Project with report, presentation and questioning
You will complete a project and write a report. The title and scope must be agreed with the EPAO at the gateway. The report should be a maximum of 8000 words (with a 10% tolerance).
You will have 20 weeks to complete the project and submit the report to the EPAO.
You need to prepare and give a presentation to an independent assessor. Your presentation slides and any supporting materials should be submitted at the same time as the project output. The presentation with questions will last at least 60 minutes. The independent assessor will ask at least 5 questions about the project and presentation.
Professional discussion underpinned by a portfolio of evidence
You will have a professional professional discussion with an independent assessor. It will last 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.
The EPAO will confirm where and when each assessment method will take place.
You should speak to your employer if you have a query that relates to your job.
You should speak to your training provider if you have any questions about your training or EPA before it starts.
You should receive detailed information and support from the EPAO before the EPA starts. You should speak to them if you have any questions about your EPA once it has started.
If you have a disability, a physical or mental health condition or other special considerations, you may be able to have a reasonable adjustment that takes this into account. You should speak to your employer, training provider and EPAO and ask them what support you can get. The EPAO will decide if an adjustment is appropriate.
This apprenticeship aligns with Institute of Engineering and Technology (IET) for Incorporated Engineer (IEng)
Please contact the professional body for more details.
This apprenticeship aligns with Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE) for Incorporated Engineer (IEng)
Please contact the professional body for more details.
| Version | Change detail | Earliest start date | Latest start date |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.2 | End-point assessment plan revised | 18/11/2024 | Not set |
| 1.1 | End-point assessment plan revised | 20/10/2023 | 17/11/2024 |
| 1.0 | Approved for delivery | 17/02/2023 | 19/10/2023 |
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