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Apprenticeship

Digital engineering technician

Level
3
Advanced Β· like A-levels
Length
3 yrs
typical
Sector
Construction and the built environment
Pay
Paid
you earn while training

In a nutshell

Support digital engineers and specialists in completing complex tasks using digital engineering techniques.

What you'd do

Produce 2D engineering drawings from design specifications or sketches
Build and update 3D models in CAD or BIM software
Check drawings for errors and ensure they meet project standards
Manage and issue drawings using document control systems
Coordinate model files with other engineering disciplines
Attend design reviews and update models based on feedback
Archive completed drawing sets at project handover

What you'd learn

2D and 3D CAD software for engineering design and draughting
Building information modelling (BIM) standards and workflows
Engineering drawing standards, conventions, and tolerancing
Data management: file naming, version control, and document control
Basic engineering principles relevant to your sector
Collaborative digital working across multidisciplinary project teams
Quality checking of digital models and drawings
Ready to look for a place?
See live Digital engineering technician apprenticeship vacancies on the official government service.
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