Apprentice Mechanical Engineer Designer

About the Role:

As a design apprentice, you’ll work alongside experienced engineers to develop 2D and 3D models, prepare technical drawings, and assist in the design of mechanical systems, components, and assemblies. You'll gain hands-on experience with CAD software, prototyping tools, and industry standards.

Key Responsibilities:

Support the design and development of mechanical components and systems. Create detailed engineering drawings using CAD (e.g. SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or similar). Assist with prototype builds, testing, and product iterations. Collaborate with design, manufacturing, and project teams. Maintain design documentation and support technical reporting
What You’ll Learn.

You’ll work toward a Level 3 or Level 4 apprenticeship in Mechanical Engineering Design, which includes day release or block study. 

About You:

We're looking for someone enthusiastic and eager to develop a long-term career in engineering.

Training:

You will be required to attend College two days per week for the first year of the apprenticeship at our Somer Valley Campus in Radstock. You will be attending one day per week from year two onwards.

Training Outcome:

Become either design-based engineer or project engineer. 

Employer Description:
We are the UK’s leading company in the design, manufacturing and maintenance of suspended access systems. For 50 years the company has been supplying equipment to access, clean and maintain high rise buildings. We have a design and management office in Midsomer Norton. Our factory site is located in Radstock. The factory carries out the manufacture and assemble of the systems. The systems range from 2m cradles to 50m crane units to suspend the cradles.

Working Hours :
Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm

Skills:
Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative