Job Description

Build your career where ideas become real products.

We're a UK steel manufacturer expanding our design capability and we're hiring an

Engineering Design Technician Apprentice

to join our friendly Cannock team.

The role

You'll support live projects from concept through to manufacture while studying towards a

Level 3 Engineering Design Technician

qualification.

Day-to-day, you'll:

Produce and update fabrication and assembly drawings (primarily in

AutoCAD

). Read/interpret technical drawings and specs to ensure accuracy and compliance. Prepare clear details for the shop floor Work with engineers, project leads and production to resolve design queries. Learn how designs translate into real components and structures on site.
What you'll bring

Real interest in engineering/design/manufacturing and how things are made. Careful eye for detail and a practical, problem-solving mindset. Basic CAD exposure (AutoCAD is a plus, training provided). Team player with good communication and willingness to ask questions. GCSEs (or equivalent) in

Maths, English and Science

at grade 4/C or above preferred. Positive attitude and eagerness to learn.
Training & support

Study towards

Level 3 Engineering Design Technician

with off-the-job training. On-the-job mentoring from experienced engineers and fabricators. Structured skills plan with regular feedback and clear progression routes.
What we offer

Paid, full-time apprenticeship

with permanent employment. Supportive, professional training environment in a real manufacturing setting. Growth opportunities and a pathway into design, projects, or production engineering. A company that values quality, safety, teamwork and continuous improvement.
Inclusion & reasonable adjustments

We're an equal opportunities employer. If you need any

reasonable adjustments

for the application, interview or job, tell us and we'll make suitable arrangements.

How to apply

Click

Apply

and attach a brief CV or a short summary of school/college work or personal projects.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent, Apprenticeship

Pay: From 15,704.00 per year

Benefits:

Additional leave Employee discount Free parking On-site parking
Education:

GCSE or equivalent (required)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Location:

Cannock WS11 0XA (required)
Work Location: In person