Apprentice CAD Technician

Based in Cambridgeshire we are looking for an Apprentice CAD Technician to join our team. We produce planning and design drawings for Telecoms, Infrastructure and Renewable Energy Industries using AutoCAD software. Full telecoms training will be provided.

Role

Typical Duties
Using site measurements, photos and other information gathered by our surveyors, drafters use AutoCAD to produce accurate detailed drawings of the existing equipment installed. Once complete they will then detail the proposed equipment required to upgrade the site to the latest specification. As part of this our drafters will consider several factors including but not limited to additional civil engineering requirements, undertaking an assessment of the RF impact on the surrounding area and updating the site to the latest H&S requirements.

Training

As part of your Apprenticeship, you will be enrolled onto a nationally recognised Level 3 in Digital Engineering Technician Apprenticeship Standard via our training partner, Learning Skills Partnership . Your Apprenticeship typically takes 24 months to complete. One-day each week will be dedicated entirely to lectures and studying for your apprenticeship qualification. Regular reviews with your training provider, line manager and workplace mentor, in addition to wrap-around support from the Talent and Learning team.

There are excellent opportunities for progression within the company, with a strong focus on continued learning and personal development..

Apprenticeship Standard
Digital engineering technician (level 3)
Training Provider
LEARNING SKILLS PARTNERSHIP LTD
Working Week
days and shifts are to be confirmed
Expected Duration
2 Years
Positions Available
1
Closing Date
Thursday, 18th September 2025
Start Date
Thursday, 2nd October 2025

Desired Skills

  • Communication skills
  • IT skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Organisation skills
  • Problem solving skills
  • Administrative skills
  • Logical

Qualifications

  • English GCSE or equivalent, grade 4/C (Essential)
  • Maths GCSE or equivalent, grade 4/C (Essential)

About the Employer

BesidesCAD
Founded in 2007, our company specialises in providing technical drawing services to several engineering sectors, with a focus on telecoms. We produce planning and detailed design drawings to support the O2, Vodafone, Three and EE networks. Last year we produced over 2000 sets of drawings.
Company
BesidesCAD
Location
Fenton Way, Chatteris, United Kingdom, England
Employment Type
Advanced Apprenticeship
Salary
£14,723 a year
Posted
Company
BesidesCAD
Location
Fenton Way, Chatteris, United Kingdom, England
Employment Type
Advanced Apprenticeship
Salary
£14,723 a year
Posted