CAD Apprentice
HADRIAN ARCHITECTURAL GLAZING SYSTEMS LTD
BLAYDON ON TYNE (NE21 4TE)
Closes in 19 days (Wednesday 29 April 2026)
Posted on 9 April 2026
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Summary
We are looking for 2 x CAD apprentices to join our team in Ryton, a short distance from Blaydon. You will gain a wide and varied understanding of engineering design along with an understanding of engineering designs and drawings for structures and systems. 1 to start in September and 1 for an immediate start.
- Wage
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£15,392 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age
National Minimum Wage rate for apprentices
- Training course
- Engineering and manufacturing support technician (level 3)
- Hours
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Monday - Thursday, 8.00am - 4.30pm and Friday, 8.00am - 3.30pm.
37 hours a week
- Start date
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Friday 8 May 2026
- Duration
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3 years 6 months
- Positions available
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2
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
Reporting into the Design Manager the apprentice will:
- Assist in the preparation of technical drawings and 3D models using CAD software
- Support the design of aluminium glazing systems (e.g. curtain walling, windows, doors)
- Work alongside senior engineers to interpret architectural specifications and drawings
- Help produce manufacturing and fabrication drawings for production
- Liaise with internal departments including manufacturing and installation teams
- Ensure designs meet industry standards, regulations, and client requirements
- Contribute to problem-solving and continuous improvement within the design process
- Attend site visits when required to understand project requirements
What You Will Learn:
- CAD design using a selection of software systems
- Understanding of architectural glazing systems and façade engineering
- Reading and interpreting construction drawings
- Manufacturing processes including CNC-based production
- Project coordination from design through to installation
- Health & Safety and industry compliance standards
Where you'll work
UNIT 5
HAUGH LANE
ADDISON INDUSTRIAL ESTATE
BLAYDON ON TYNE
NE21 4TE
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
Training provider
TDR TRAINING LIMITED
Training course
Engineering and manufacturing support technician (level 3)
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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
- You will work towards a Level 3 Engineering & Manufacturing Support Technician Standard
- You will study BTec Level 3 AME
Requirements
Essential qualifications
GCSE in:
Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.
Skills
- Communication skills
- IT skills
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Customer care skills
- Problem solving skills
- Presentation skills
- Administrative skills
- Number skills
- Analytical skills
- Team working
- Creative
- Initiative
About this employer
Hadrian Architectural Glazing Systems is a UK-based company specialising in the design, manufacture, supply, and installation of architectural aluminium glazing systems. Established in 2000 and headquartered in the North East of England, the company operates nationwide, delivering projects across a wide range of sectors including commercial, residential, education, healthcare, and industrial developments.
The business provides a comprehensive, end-to-end service by controlling the entire project lifecycle in-house. This includes early-stage design and technical consultancy, detailed engineering, fabrication in its own manufacturing facility, and on-site installation by trained teams. This integrated approach allows Hadrian to maintain consistent quality, improve efficiency, and offer competitive pricing while meeting client specifications and regulatory requirements.
Hadrian produces a wide range of aluminium glazing products, such as windows, doors, curtain walling, roof glazing, façades, and bespoke structural glass solutions. These systems are used to enhance building aesthetics, improve natural light, and deliver performance benefits like thermal efficiency, acoustic insulation, and safety. The company also develops specialised solutions for demanding environments, such as secure glazing systems for healthcare settings.
Working closely with architects, contractors, developers, and consultants, Hadrian supports projects from concept through to completion. Its experienced design team collaborates with clients to create tailored solutions that meet both functional and architectural requirements. The company partners with leading system suppliers such as Schüco, Kawneer, and Reynaers, while also offering bespoke designs where standard systems are not suitable.
As part of the wider Hadrian Group, the company can provide complementary services alongside glazing, enabling a more streamlined delivery of construction projects. Overall, Hadrian Architectural Glazing Systems positions itself as a full-service provider of high-quality, customised aluminium glazing solutions, combining technical expertise, manufacturing capability, and installation services to deliver complex building projects efficiently and reliably.
After this apprenticeship
- Full time position upon completion of apprenticeship
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The contact for this apprenticeship is:
TDR TRAINING LIMITED
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000025265.
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Closes in 19 days (Wednesday 29 April 2026)
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