Product Design and Development Engineering Apprentice
Lancs (BB7 1PE)
Closes in 11 days (Saturday 31 May 2025 at 11:59pm)
An exciting opportunity to join an award-winning design team as an Apprentice Design Engineer, based in Clitheroe, Lancashire. Ultraframe is the UK’s leading designer & manufacturer of conservatories, solid roofing systems & building solutions.
Wage
£14,526.20 for your first year, with potential increases depending on your age.
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Hours
Monday - Friday, 9:00 am - 5:00 pm, 37 hours a week.
Start Date
Tuesday, 1 July 2025
Duration
3 years 6 months
Work
Most of your apprenticeship will be spent working on the job, gaining hands-on experience.
What you'll do at work
Join an award-winning design team as an Apprentice Design Engineer in Clitheroe, Lancashire. Ultraframe specializes in innovative conservatory roofs, solid roofs & glazing systems designed to enhance light & space in homes, with a focus on carbon efficiency and insulation.
Ultraframe invests in apprenticeships to develop design skills, support college studies, and provide practical experience. Knowledge of Ultraframe products is advantageous but not essential, as training will be provided. Experience with CAD/Solidworks is desirable.
Your journey to becoming a Design Engineer over 4 years includes:
* Attending college 1 day per week for an HND in Manufacturing Engineering
* Gaining product knowledge across various design divisions
* Learning and following quality procedures and design standards
* Maintaining and updating drawings and systems
* Conducting feasibility studies and developing detailed designs
* Providing technical support to other departments
Where you'll work
Enterprise Works, Salthill Road, Clitheroe, Lancashire, BB7 1PE
Training
Training includes time away from work for specialist courses to develop professional skills.
College or training organisation
BURNLEY COLLEGE
Your training course
* Translate ideas into development outcomes for products and systems
* Apply problem-solving methods like DMAIC, FMEA, PDCA
* Use data to support projects
* Produce technical documentation and CAD models
* Manage projects, ensuring safety, quality, and performance
* Comply with safety standards and mitigate risks
* Identify resources for projects
* Create project plans and lead product development activities
* Rectify faults and ensure safe operation of systems
* Evaluate design options and lead continuous improvement
Your training plan
* Working towards a Level 6 Product Design and Development Engineering Apprenticeship
* Enrolled at Burnley College
Requirements
GCSE in Maths (grade 4 or above)
BTEC qualifications and relevant experience can be considered. Please inform us of your other qualifications or industry experience.
Skills & Other Requirements
Ability to work independently, be computer literate, and demonstrate attention to detail. Good communication skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment are essential.
About Ultraframe
Ultraframe, established over 30 years ago, is a leader in roofing systems with over 2 million roofs installed in the UK. We ensure product quality through rigorous testing and accreditation, including BBA certification. Our goal is to provide homeowners with high-quality, compliant roofing solutions.
* Potential for full-time employment upon successful completion of the apprenticeship.
The apprenticeship contact is:
BURNLEY COLLEGE
Email: themis@burnley.ac.uk
Phone: 01282 733005
Reference code: VAC1000321202
Apply now
Closes in 11 days (Saturday 31 May 2025 at 11:59pm). Apply via GOV.UK One Login, which you can create during the application process.
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