We have an exciting opportunity for an Apprentice Design Engineer to join us at CPW. You will work on a wide variety of building projects across a range of sectors, applying research-led design, innovation, and sustainable methodologies to create tailored solutions, whilst delivering on net-zero carbon.
Annual wage: £20,500 a year
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Training course: Building services engineering senior technician (level 4)
Hours
General working hours will be 9.00am - 17:15pm, 4 days a week, with one day per week as your college release day.
36.25 hours a week
Possible start date: Tuesday 01 September 2026
Duration: 3 Years
Positions available: 2
As an apprentice, you'll work at a company and get hands-on experience. You'll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff.
In your new role as a design engineer you will be:
Be assigned to a close-knit team with a dedicated mentor and work with them on a variety of exciting construction projects across a range of sectors, including commercial, healthcare, industrial, education and residential
Design mechanical and electrical engineering services to create high quality internal environments, developing detailed knowledge of heating, ventilation, cooling and lighting systems
Design engineering distribution networks for essential building services, including power, water and data
Design a variety of essential systems to ensure occupant safety
Use sophisticated computer software to create 3D models detailing how buildings function
Learn how to optimise the synergy between engineering and architecture to create low energy, sustainable buildings
Meet and work with clients and other professionals such as architects, cost consultants, master planners, ecologists, contractors, acousticians and fire consultants
Work closely with the construction teams on site to see your designs come to life
Continue to work with evolving technologies and innovative approaches to create a sustainable future for the built environment
An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.
UNIVERSITY COLLEGE BIRMINGHAM
Building services engineering senior technician (level 4)
You will acheive a Level 4 HNC in Building Services Engineering and will study, one day per week.
GCSE in:
A Level in:
Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.
You must have a level 3 qualification to progress onto a level 4 study. This can include A levels, BTEC or NVQ.
We’re a friendly team intent on bringing sustainable buildings to life through design. We relish working collaboratively with our clients to solve their biggest problems. Through the application of research-led design, innovation, and sustainable methodologies we can create tailored solutions that meet the needs of our clients, whilst also being positive for the environment and delivering on net-zero carbon. Our business is a family, where each person plays an important role in the day-to-day operation which contribute to its success. As such, staff well-being is our top priority. We are invested in our people; we strive to ensure that each member of our staff is fulfilled to be the best they can be. Ultimately, Our People are our Power.
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You will be able to progress from a Level 4 on to a Level 6/Degree Apprenticeship Course or continue as a Design Engineer, if desired.
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
CPW
Melissa Ballyn-Edwards
[email protected]
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000025537.
Closes on Friday 05 June 2026
