Design Technician Apprentice

You’ll work alongside experienced engineers to deliver high-quality, responsive technical support, while collaborating with SMC teams across Europe, our Engineering Headquarters in Japan, and manufacturing sites in the UK, Italy, and the Czech Republic. This ensures designs follow best practice and are ready for efficient production.

This is a varied, hands-on role offering real challenges, the chance to build valuable skills, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on both your own development and the success of the business.

What will the apprentice be doing?

• Learn how products are designed, including choosing materials, components, and finishes


• Build and modify equipment using drawings and step-by-step instructions


• Understand how pneumatic and electrical systems work and how to design them


• Test products to make sure they perform well and last over time


• Use and look after workshop tools and equipment


• Learn about important safety and industry regulations and how to follow them


• Support customers by answering questions and helping solve problems


• Develop confidence in communicating with both technical and non-technical people

About you:

• You are a motivated and reliable individual with a strong interest in engineering and how things work


• You have good problem solving skills, attention to detail, and a willingness to learn both practical and theoretical concepts


• A basic understanding of maths and science is important, along with the ability to follow instructions and work safely


• You are a team player who can also take initiative when needed, communicate clearly, and stay organised


• Most importantly, you show enthusiasm, commitment, and a positive attitude towards developing your skills as part of an engineering apprenticeship. Oh, and good timekeeping is a must!

We reserve the right to close applications earlier than the specified closing date if volume has been reached.