Engineering Design and Draughtsperson Level 3

ST0164

Engineering Design and Draughtspersons produce designs and drawings for structures, piping, electrical systems, control and instrumentation systems and mechanical components used in industrial and commercial construction. Typically, jobholders work in a wide range of industries of national importance including power and water infrastructure, petrochemical, oil and gas, nuclear, food and drink processing.

Jobholders are based at office locations within project design teams and occasionally work at on-site locations. They are required to understand on-site hazards and health and safety requirements.

The jobholder must: Understand technical drawings and specifications and be able to create their own; identify factors likely to affect design decisions; produce CAD (computer aided design) models and engineering drawings and be able to communicate design information to internal and external parties.

Qualifications Included:

Level 1/2 Functional Skills – Maths and English (unless exempt)

Level 2 Rail Engineering (Competence)

Level 2 Rail Engineering (Technical Knowledge)

Funding:

£24,000 per apprentice with no additional fees 

Typical Duration to EPA Gateway: 

30 months 

Develop Advanced Rail Engineering Skills 

  • In-depth knowledge: Master track geometry, inspection methods, and track maintenance techniques. 
  • Hands on learning: Gain practical experience in diagnosing faults and using track specific tools and equipment. 
  • Hybrid delivery: Our railway engineering apprenticeships combine live online tutorials with work-based training. 
  • Safety focused training: Understand safety critical work and the importance of maintaining a reliable rail network. 
  • Recognised qualifications: Achieve Level 3 Rail Engineering qualifications while working and learning. 

Potential Job Roles: 

  • Rail engineering technician 
  • Track technician 
  • Rail maintenance technician 
  • Infrastructure technician 

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Strengthen Your Rail Workforce with Skilled Technicians 

  • Flexible training: Our hybrid model fits around your business needs with minimal disruption to operations. 
  • Expert technical skills: Apprentices learn advanced skills to inspect, maintain, and renew track systems effectively. 
  • Consistent quality: Ensure all apprentices receive high standard training across multiple sites. 
  • Cost effective investment: Fully funded at £24,000 per apprentice with no hidden fees. 
  • Immediate impact: Apprentices contribute to maintaining rail infrastructure from day one, enhancing safety and reliability. 

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