SHORT DESCRIPTION:

Join Harsco Environmental as an AI Engineer Apprentice and help shape the future of digital innovation. Based in Bradmarsh, you’ll work with our Digital team to develop AI solutions that solve real business challenges. This is a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a growing field, as we invest in building a dedicated AI capability across the business. Ideal for someone with a passion for technology, data, and learning.

FULL DESCRIPTION:

This is an exciting opportunity to join Harsco Environmental’ s Digital team as an AI Engineer Apprentice. As artificial intelligence becomes a key driver of innovation across industries, we are beginning a strategic focus on building a dedicated AI capability within the business. This role offers a unique chance to be part of that transformation from the ground up—supporting the Digital Architect and collaborating with developers and stakeholders to deliver AI solutions that create measurable business value.

• Support the design and development of AI and machine learning models
• Build and scale AI solutions using Azure cloud services
• Apply statistical methods to analyse and prepare data
• Contribute to innovation projects that drive business improvements
• Collaborate with developers, architects, and business stakeholders
• Participate in sprint reviews and demos to showcase progress
• Document models, data sources, and transformation logic
• Assist in preparing user manuals and training materials for AI tools

EMPLOYER DESCRIPTION:

Harsco Environmental is a global leader in environmental solutions for the steel and metals industry. With a strong commitment to sustainability and innovation, the company delivers tailored services that span the entire production process—from scrap handling and inventory tracking to risk management and recovery. Harsco Environmental empowers its clients to operate more efficiently and responsibly, making a meaningful impact on industrial environmental performance worldwide.

SKILLS REQUIRED:

• Basic programming knowledge (e.g. Python)
• Understanding of AI and machine learning concepts
• Familiarity with Azure cloud services
• Use of statistical methods and data analysis
• Experience with version control tools like Git

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

A-Levels: Ideally in subjects such as Mathematics, Computer Science or Information Technology (or equivalent)

• Support the design and development of AI and machine learning models
• Build and scale AI solutions using Azure cloud services
• Apply statistical methods to analyse and prepare data
• Contribute to innovation projects that drive business improvements
• Collaborate with developers, architects, and business stakeholders
• Participate in sprint reviews and demos to showcase progress
• Document models, data sources, and transformation logic
• Assist in preparing user manuals and training materials for AI tool