Degree Apprentice - Software Design Engineer
Launch your engineering career with Siemens as a Degree Apprentice Software Design Engineer in Congleton. Gain a BEng in Electronics & Electrical Engineering while developing software, designing circuits, and working on innovative motor control technologies. Earn and build valuable skills through hands-on experience and mentoring.
Role
- Develop a foundational understanding of electrical principles and the functionality of common electric components
- Design and build simple and complex circuits, using computer-aided tools for modelling and testing
- Produce well-structured, maintainable code while applying effective project planning and organisational skills
- Learn to use industry-leading tools and technologies for electronic motor control systems.
- Collaborate with engineers, designers and stakeholders to deliver embedded systems that meet all technical and functional requirements
Training
Gain skills, expertise and qualification to become a Software Design Engineer.
- Apprenticeship Standard
- Electrical and electronic engineer (degree) (level 6)
- Training Provider
- UNIVERSITY OF STAFFORDSHIRE
- Working Week
- Monday to Friday with 4 days in the office.
- Expected Duration
- 3 Years
- Positions Available
- 2
- Closing Date
- Friday, 27th November 2026
- Start Date
- Monday, 2nd August 2027
Desired Skills
- Communication skills
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Problem solving skills
- Number skills
- Analytical skills
- Team working
Qualifications
- English GCSE, grade 4 or above (Essential)
- Mathematics GCSE, grade 4 or above (Essential)
- Mathematics A Level, grade C or above (Essential)
- STEM Subject e.g. such as Physics, ICT, Computing A Level, grade C or above (Essential)
About the Employer
SIEMENS PUBLIC LIMITED COMPANY
At Siemens, we create technology that transforms the everyday. Whether you're passionate about tech, engineering, sustainability, or business strategy, you won’t just be watching from the sidelines — you’ll contribute to real-world projects that shape industries and communities across the UK.