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Product Design & Development Technician

Improving product performance and efficiency while researching and developing new manufacturing ideas and systems.

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Product Design & Development Technician apprentices working on Electrical Installation and Motor Control

Information & Requirements

Supporting activities range from early concept feasibility, design and development stages right through to final preparation for launch and customers.

Duties may include working in a research and development environment, rapid prototyping, assembly and testing, validating and analysing performance, problem solving, material applications and manufacturing techniques.

Career Paths

This qualification can lead to paths such as Mechanical Design Engineer, Product Engineer, Quality Engineer in sectors such Sectors include Automotive, Aerospace, Electronics, Mechanical, Marine, Electrical, Metal goods and Other Transport Equipment.

Your employer may offer opportunities to progress onto a higher apprenticeship or advance to gain a degree level qualification.

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Take a look below at our current vacancies. Can’t see what you are looking for? Complete a general application and our Recruitment Team will endeavour to match you up with an employer as new opportunities arise.

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Our Clients

MGTS has built long-standing relationships with some of the biggest names in industry, providing apprenticeship training for the next generation of the workforce, and upskilling experienced staff. Our clients include:

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Ready to start your career? Apply to MGTS today to find your perfect Apprenticeship and earn while you learn with professional qualifications and training.