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CAD Design Apprentice

Employer:
A&F Sprinklers Ltd
Location:
Unit 6, Langdon House, SA1 Waterfront, SA1 8QY, United Kingdom.
Pay:
£16,000 per year
Hours of work:
31-40 hours per week
Training provider:
Gower College Swansea
Level:
Foundation Apprenticeship (Level 2)
Sector:
Engineering
Pathway:
Engineering Manufacture
Possible start date:
12 October 2026
Closing date:
30 September 2026
Positions available:
1
Vacancy ID:
7070
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About the apprenticeship

Duties

Assisting in the preparation of sprinkler system design drawings using CAD software.
Supporting senior designers with calculations and technical documentation.
Reviewing project specifications, drawings, and client requirements.
Liaising with internal teams such as projects, sales, and procurement.
Updating and maintaining design records, files, and documentation.
Learning and applying industry standards, regulations, and company procedures.

Additional information

Key Responsibilities
As a Trainee Design Engineer, you will support the design team and gain exposure to the full design lifecycle of fire sprinkler systems. This includes assisting with drawings, calculations, technical documentation, and collaboration with internal teams and external stakeholders.
You will develop your skills in design software, industry standards, and engineering principles while contributing to live projects.

Requirements

Skills

Positive attitude and willingness to learn.
Good communication skills and attention to detail.
Basic IT skills (Microsoft Office preferred).
Interest in engineering/design (AutoCAD knowledge beneficial but not essential).
Ability to work as part of a team and follow instructions.
Strong work ethic and proactive approach.
Reliable, punctual, and safety-conscious.
Willingness to learn new systems and processes.

Qualifications

GCSE grade C or above in English and Maths

Language

Welsh Spoken Skills:
No
Welsh Written Skills:
No

Course details

Training provider:
Gower College Swansea
Training provider course:
Engineering Manufacture

About the employer

A&F Sprinklers Ltd
Unit 6, Langdon House, SA1 Waterfront, SA1 8QY, United Kingdom

Disability confident

No, we are not part of the Disability Confident Scheme from the UK Department for Work and Pensions.

Please note that all apprenticeships are open to everyone. However, some organisations have worked to achieve Disability Confident accreditation. You should always apply for the apprenticeship you feel best suited to.

Interview arrangements

Ideally in person, dates to be arranged.

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