Apprentice Design Engineer
WAGNER UK LTD
Bromsgrove (B60 3DJ)
Closes in 13 days (Tuesday 26 August 2025 at 11:59pm)
Posted on 12 August 2025
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Summary
We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Apprentice Designer to join our team. This apprenticeship offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in the design and development of fire alarm and life safety systems. You will be mentored by experienced professionals, learning industry standards, design tools, and best practices.
- Wage
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£18,000 a year
- Training course
- Engineering and manufacturing support technician (level 3)
- Hours
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Monday to Friday 08:30 to 17:00 with 30-minute unpaid lunch break.
40 hours a week
- Start date
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Monday 8 September 2025
- Duration
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3 years 9 months
- Positions available
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Work
Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.
What you'll do at work
Key Responsibilities During Apprenticeship:
- Assist in the preparation of fire alarm and life safety system designs under supervision.
- Learn to interpret and apply British Standards and relevant specifications.
- Support the design team with AutoCAD and Bluebeam documentation.
- Participate in design reviews and collaborate with engineers
- Develop an understanding of Aspiration system design principles.
- Maintain organised project files and contribute to documentation accuracy.
- Receive and apply feedback to improve technical and design skills.
Post-Apprenticeship Role: Design Engineer
Upon completion of the apprenticeship, you will take on the responsibilities of a Design Engineer, including the following core responsibilities:
- Design and develop Aspiration systems for fire alarm systems and life safety systems in compliance with British Standards and other relevant specifications.
- Create detailed design documentation using AutoCAD and Bluebeam.
- Collaborate with internal teams, clients, and external stakeholders to deliver high-quality, compliant solutions.
- Work on extinguishing system designs, ensuring technical accuracy and regulatory compliance.
- Stay current with industry standards, technologies, and best practices.
Skills & Experience (Post-Apprenticeship):
- Proficiency in AutoCAD and Bluebeam for technical design documentation.
- Strong understanding of fire alarm and life safety system design principles.
- Familiarity with British Standards and relevant regulatory frameworks.
- Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
- Strong communication and collaboration abilities.
What We Offer:
- Structured apprenticeship program with mentorship and training.
- Clear progression pathway to a full-time Design Engineer role.
- Exposure to real-world projects and industry-standard tools.
- Supportive and professional team environment.
- Opportunities for continued learning and career development.
Where you'll work
The Courtyard, Buntsford Drive
Bromsgrove
B60 3DJ
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
Training provider
HEREFORDSHIRE AND WORCESTERSHIRE GROUP TRAINING ASSOCIATION LIMITED
Training course
Engineering and manufacturing support technician (level 3)
Understanding apprenticeship levels (opens in new tab)
What you'll learn
Course contents
- Follow health and safety regulations, standards, and guidance.
- Follow procedures in line with environmental and sustainability regulations, standards, and guidance. For example, segregation of resources for reuse, recycling and disposal.
- Comply with engineering standards and regulations. For example, British Standards (BS), International Organisation for Standardisation standards (ISO). European Norm (EN).
- Analyse engineering and manufacturing data and information to support technical outputs. For example, read and interpret text, data, engineering drawings, work instructions, method statements, operation manuals.
- Apply scientific, technical or engineering principles.
- Apply problem solving techniques to solutions for identified technical problems.
- Organise, plan and prioritise workflow and scheduling of work with stakeholders.
- Identify, organise and use resources to complete tasks, considering cost, quality, safety, security and environmental impact.
- Produce job specific technical outputs. For example, engineering drawings, quality control management, computer control programming, business improvement, adverse incident reports, technical investigations, equipment appraisals and specifications.
- Provide support and guidance for handover of work to stakeholders. For example, checklists, product or process status, access to supporting documents.
- Record information - paper based or electronic. For example, energy usage, equipment service records, test results, handover documents, checklists.
- Follow standard operating procedures.
- Follow manufacturer's instructions. For example, safe instructions for use of products, processes and machinery.
- Apply quality assurance and control principles and practices. For example, conduct physical checks, take samples, inspections or tests.
- Apply continuous improvement techniques.
- Apply team working principles.
- Communicate in writing with others for example, stakeholders, colleagues, and managers.
- Communicate with others verbally for example, colleagues and stakeholders.
- Use information and digital technology. Comply with GDPR and cyber security regulations and policies.
- Carry out and record learning and development activities.
- Apply equity, diversity and inclusion procedures.
- Follow health and safety regulations, standards, and guidance.
- Follow procedures in line with environmental and sustainability regulations, standards, and guidance. For example, segregation of resources for reuse, recycling and disposal.
- Comply with engineering standards and regulations. For example, British Standards (BS), International Organisation for Standardisation standards (ISO). European Norm (EN).
- Analyse engineering and manufacturing data and information to support technical outputs. For example, read and interpret text, data, engineering drawings, work instructions, method statements, operation manuals.
- Apply scientific, technical or engineering principles.
- Apply problem solving techniques to solutions for identified technical problems.
- Organise, plan and prioritise workflow and scheduling of work with stakeholders.
- Identify, organise and use resources to complete tasks, considering cost, quality, safety, security and environmental impact.
- Produce job specific technical outputs. For example, engineering drawings, quality control management, computer control programming, business improvement, adverse incident reports, technical investigations, equipment appraisals and specifications.
- Provide support and guidance for handover of work to stakeholders. For example, checklists, product or process status, access to supporting documents.
- Record information - paper based or electronic. For example, energy usage, equipment service records, test results, handover documents, checklists.
- Follow standard operating procedures.
- Follow manufacturer's instructions. For example, safe instructions for use of products, processes and machinery.
- Apply quality assurance and control principles and practices. For example, conduct physical checks, take samples, inspections or tests.
- Apply continuous improvement techniques.
- Apply team working principles.
- Communicate in writing with others for example, stakeholders, colleagues, and managers.
- Communicate with others verbally for example, colleagues and stakeholders.
- Use information and digital technology. Comply with GDPR and cyber security regulations and policies.
- Carry out and record learning and development activities.
- Apply equity, diversity and inclusion procedures.
Training schedule
Formal training is delivered at HWGTA, located in Worcester (WR4 9GN):
Depending on the vacancy title, you will be undertaking either a Level 2 or Level 3 apprenticeship.
Level 2 comprises of:
Duration approximately 18 months.
Block release training which includes 1 day per week in a classroom setting to cover practical and theory aspects, working to complete the following qualifications:
- EAL Level 2 Diploma in Engineering Operations (Skills)
- EAL Level 2 Certificate in Engineering Operations (Knowledge)
Level 3 comprises of:
Duration approximately 40–45 months.
Years 1/2 is a combination of off-the-job training at HWGTA Training Centre as well as training on-site with your employer. This includes 29–42 weeks within the training Centre plus 1 day per week in a classroom setting to cover practical and theory aspects and complete the EAL Level 3 Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering - Development Knowledge.
Years 3/4 based full-time in the company, developing skills in preparation for the end point assessment to gain your Engineering & Manufacturing Support Technician Level 3 qualification.
Additional training for functional skills in English and Maths will be undertaken if needed.
There is also a five-day team-building residential trip that is held in the spring of each year offered to all apprentices on the programme.
Requirements
Essential qualifications
GCSE in:
- English (grade 4-9)
- Maths (grade 4-9)
Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.
Skills
- Communication skills
- Attention to detail
- Problem solving skills
- Team working
- Initiative
- Willingness to learn
- Time Management
- Adaptability
Other requirements
This vacancy could close sooner if a suitable applicant is found.
About this employer
At Wagner UK, we are proud to be a leading provider of engineered fire safety solutions, dedicated to safeguarding lives, property, and critical infrastructure. With a strong commitment to innovation and reliability, we deliver cutting-edge technologies tailored to meet the unique needs of our clients across diverse industries. Our expertise spans advanced fire detection, suppression, and prevention systems, all designed to ensure maximum protection and peace of mind. We combine technical excellence with exceptional service, working closely with our clients to create safer environments where people and assets are secure. Driven by a passion for safety and a culture of continuous improvement, Wagner UK is not just a solutions provider—we are a trusted partner in fire protection.
After this apprenticeship
Once qualified there will be an opportunity to progress within the company a qualified Design Engineer.
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
HEREFORDSHIRE AND WORCESTERSHIRE GROUP TRAINING ASSOCIATION LIMITED
Emily Jackson
emily.jackson@hwgta.org
01905330732
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000336673.
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Closes in 13 days (Tuesday 26 August 2025 at 11:59pm)
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