Junior CAD Technician Apprentice

Summary

We are for someone looking to start a career in design, engineering and technical drawing. Working alongside experienced CAD professionals, the apprentice will gain hands-on experience using industry-standard software used to produce accurate and detailed drawings that support the design and delivery of critical healthcare infrastructure projects.

Wage

£19,000 a year

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Training course

Engineering technician (level 3)

Hours

The core hours are 09.00 - 17.30, with a 1 hour break for lunch. Coffee/tea Breaks through the day for time away from computer screens.

37 hours 30 minutes a week

Start date

Monday 1 September 2025

Duration

2 years

Positions available

1

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

This apprenticeship will allow the successful applicant to join the CAD team in our new office in Southwark, working alongside experienced CAD professionals to create highly detailed 2D technical design drawings and schematics of MEP (Mechanical, Electrical & Plumbing) services at an industry-leading level of detail. As skills develop, there will be opportunities to branch out into 3D design and modelling.

Key responsibilities include:

Preparing Architectural drawings for use with our team of in-house engineers.
Creating new MEP Services drawings from scratch with the assistance of the CAD Team and Engineers.
Updating drawings with the latest project information from the Engineers.
Collaborating with the CAD Team and Engineers to ensure drawing accuracy and compliance.
Maintaining Drawing Issue records and PDF’s to be issued to clients.
Conduct site visits with the CAD Manager or Engineer utilising Pointcloud Laser scanning technology.

Future Responsibilities:

Developing 2D designs from start to finish with limited input from CAD Manager.
Utilising file outputs from Pointcloud Surveys to Produce both 2D and 3D layouts.
Contribute to the ongoing development of the CAD department by identifying possible opportunities for improving working practices, processes and/or procedures.

Where you'll work

46 Loman Street
London
SE1 0EH

Training

Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.

College or training organisation

SOUTH THAMES COLLEGES GROUP

Your training course

Engineering technician (level 3)

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Your training plan

We’ve developed a comprehensive in-house CAD training programme designed to equip the Apprentice with the skills needed to operate AutoCAD software effectively. In addition to mastering the fundamentals of CAD, the Apprentice will also be introduced to our suite of custom-built tools that streamline and enhance the design process.

This training programme has been carefully crafted by our engineering team to provide a deeper understanding of MEP (Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing) services. As the Apprentice develops their CAD skills, they will also gain insight into how and why MEP systems are designed and installed- ensuring their drawings are not only technically accurate but grounded in real-world application.

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE or equivalent in:

Maths (grade 5)
English (grade 5)

Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.

Skills

Communication skills
IT skills
Attention to detail
Organisation skills
Problem solving skills
Number skills
Analytical skills
Logical
Team working
Creative
Initiative

Other requirements

At times there when attending site or meetings away from the office there may be an earlier start to ensure arrival to the meeting on time. The core hours are 09.00 - 17.30, with a 1 hour break for lunch. Coffee/tea Breaks through the day for time away from computer screens. The salary banding for this role is between £19,000 - £23,000.

About this company

Eta Projects, part of the Brush Group, are a highly professional building services design consultants, comprising of Mechanical, Electrical and Public Health Engineers. We are Healthcare Design specialists providing solutions for all aspects of the Hospital environment and are highly regarded within the Healthcare Sector.

After this apprenticeship

As the successful candidate develops their knowledge of both CAD software and MEP services, they will move up the grading ladder within the CAD Team. Junior CAD Technician Apprentice Junior CAD Technician CAD Technician / Revit Technician CAD Co-ordinator / Revit Co-ordinator CAD Manager / BIM Manager.

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