Graduate Design Technician

  • Apprenticeship Reference: 1449615251-2
  • Date Posted: 19 September 2024
  • Apprentice Employer: Origin Global
  • Location: Flackwell Heath, Buckinghamshire
  • Apprentice Pay: £25,000 to £27,000
  • Apprenticeship Sector: Civil Engineering, Engineering, Manufacturing
  • Apprenticeship Type: Permanent
  • Work Hours: Full Time

About this Apprenticeship

Origin Global is a leading manufacturer of bespoke Aluminium Bi-folding Doors and Windows where our products combine high-grade aluminium with precision engineering to create functional products which are design to last.

We are looking to recruit a Design Technician Graduate to join our innovative R&D team where we will provide comprehensive training and shadowing opportunities to work with various members within the department. We will further develop the successful candidate's skillsets and enable them to thrive within a creative and forward-thinking environment where our intuitive and innovative designs set us apart from our competitors.

Key responsibilities include but are not limited to:

  • Utilising computer aided drafting skills and knowledge for production of engineering documents
  • Acting as technical support and liaison for Sales and Customer Service teams
  • Providing support for wider Development team
  • Provide support with technical information to other departments as required
  • Continuous learning and staying up to date with all Origin's product and manufacturing information
  • Set up and produce drawings which are dimensionally accurate using a relevant 2D CAD Software
  • Produce and check a variety of accurate technical drawings for internal and external customers including manufacturing drawings
  • Manage, produce and organise customer drawings for UK and USA
  • Prioritise workloads to coincide with the urgency of the job
  • Feedback customer issues to the R&D team

Knowledge/ Experience

  • Good understanding of 2D and 3D CAD packages, preferably Solidworks and Draftsight
  • Knowledge of fabrication and assembly techniques
  • Good knowledge of materials

Who you are

  • Able to collaborate and work independently
  • Highly self-motivated
  • Professional in your manner of work, organised and well-presented in l areas
  • An open mind with an aptitude for learning new systems, tools, products and ways of working

Qualifications

  • HNC/HND/Degree (or higher) in Engineering or equivalent relevant subject

What Origin can offer you

  • As our biggest asset, every member of the Origin family will receive subsidised healthcare which includes 24/7 virtual GP access, gym and retail discounts, and much more!
  • We all love time off whether it's jetting off somewhere exotic or a staycation, you'll get 24 days to enjoy which includes a full company shutdown over Christmas, so you will never have to fight for time off at Christmas again!
  • Football fan? As sponsors of the local football team, you will have access to Wycombe Wanderers Corporate Box
  • Free On-site parking
  • Group Life Insurance

If you feel you have the skills and experience required for the Graduate Design Technician role, please click 'Apply'.