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Apprentice Design Technician

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A brilliant opportunity has arisen to join the team at Oakwood Engineering as an Apprentice Digital Engineering Technician. Specialising in construction modelling and detailing structural steel this is a great opportunity for anyone looking to start a career in engineering.

Role

Oakwood Engineering have worked on a number of exciting and high profile projects over the years, including Wembley Stadium, the new roof for the Metrolink area at Manchester Victoria, a large railway bridge near Granada studios and currently the new roof for one of the country’s most prolific sporting stadiums.

This apprenticeship is in steel detailing and involves gaining experience in all areas relating to construction modelling, advanced 3D modelling and BIM. You will learn about modelling/detailing; co-ordination between work packages; onsite buildability and construction methods and estimating and planning.

This is a great opportunity to start a career that can last a lifetime. Candidates will ideally have an interest in maths and engineering and looking at how things are built and put together.

You will be responsible for:

  • Preparing detailed engineering designs for structural metalwork
  • Producing technical drawings and schedules
  • Working with clients and contractor partners
  • Assisting with the development of 3D models to contract design information and deadlines
  • Utilising various methods of communication as and when required 

Training

  • 2 ½ Year Apprenticeship Programme
  • Design Technician, Knowledge, skills & Behaviours – delivered in the workplace
  • Level 3 BTEC in Construction and the Built Environment - Day Release or Remote Delivery (Optional qualification)
  • Specialist Training Programme Blocks of your choice
  • End Point Assessment - Knowledge Test, Practical Test and Presentation/Interview
  • Once you have completed your apprenticeship, you will have the chance to work as a qualified Digital Design Technician
Apprenticeship Standard
Engineering design technician (level 3)
Training Provider
T3 TRAINING & DEVELOPMENT LTD
Working Week
Monday - Friday, 9.00am - 5.00pm
Expected Duration
3 Years
Positions Available
1
Closing Date
Friday, 31st October 2025
Start Date
Monday, 10th November 2025

Desired Skills

  • Communication skills
  • IT skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Problem solving skills
  • Number skills

Qualifications

  • English GCSE, grade 4+ (Essential)
  • Mathematics GCSE, grade 4+ (Essential)

About the Employer

OAKWOOD ENGINEERING SOLUTIONS LTD
Oakwood Engineering is a consultancy that specialises in delivering solutions that support clients in the built environment throughout the project lifecycle. Oakwood has a 35 year history and a portfolio of over 500 completed projects. We have an extensive team of Virtual Design & Construction professionals highly skilled in modelling, information management and process improvement. We collaborate with clients to identify business drivers and requirements whilst supporting supply chains during delivery to improve performance and assure compliance. Our specialist structural engineering division has the capacity and experience to accommodate structures of all sizes and types. Our 4D visual planning and Building Information Modelling expertise are second to none. We not only win awards for our work, but we take great pride in every single project we deliver. Here at Oakwood Engineering we pride ourselves on understanding how to deliver above and beyond our clients’ expectations to maximise efficiency throughout a project’s lifecycle.
Company
OAKWOOD ENGINEERING SOLUTIONS LTD
Location
Unit 29, Waters Edge Business Park, Modwen Road, Salford, England
Employment Type
Advanced Apprenticeship
Salary
£15,311.40 a year
Posted
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Company
OAKWOOD ENGINEERING SOLUTIONS LTD
Location
Unit 29, Waters Edge Business Park, Modwen Road, Salford, England
Employment Type
Advanced Apprenticeship
Salary
£15,311.40 a year
Posted