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Design Engineer Apprentice

Arneg UK Limited · 62 Sunderland Road · posted 17 July 2026

Wage
£16,640 a year
Hours
40 hours a week
Duration
3 Years 6 Months
Level
Advanced (Level 3)
Standard
Engineering and manufacturing support technician (level 3)
Starts
1 September 2026
Closing date
31 August 2026
Positions
1

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For over 30-years Arneg UK has been successfully serving the retail sector in the UK & Ireland with the business now being one of the UK’s leading suppliers of innovative solutions in retail display cabinets and associated equipment. Operating out of three facilities in Bedfordshire; our business has a totally integrated and flexible manufacturing plant where cabinets and components are produced to the highest standards.

This is a four-year apprenticeship is a fantastic opportunity to build a career in engineering. Based at Arneg's Research & Design department, you will learn both the theory and practical skills needed to take a product from a drawing on a screen to a finished cabinet on the factory floor.

To make sure you fully understand how things are built, your first year will include valuable rotations across different factory areas, including Production/Assembly, the Metal Shop, Electrical, and Brazing.
As an apprentice, you will learn how to design, develop, and test commercial refrigeration equipment. You will build hands-on skills with 3D CAD software and learn how thermal systems work, all while working alongside an experienced engineering team on real projects.

What you will be doing day-to-day: As you progress through your training, you will get involved in:

  • Design & CAD Work: Learning to create 3D models and 2D engineering drawings using design software
  • Lab Testing: Helping to test our prototypes to check their temperature performance, airflow, and energy consumption
  • Manufacturing Integration: Working directly with our production teams to ensure your designs are easy to build on the factory floor
  • System Science: Learning how the cooling cycle works, including key parts like compressors, evaporators, and condensers
  • Continuous Improvement: Helping us find ways to make products more sustainable, energy-efficient, and cost-effective

You will be fully supported throughout your apprenticeship, reporting directly to our Design Manager and Technical Director. After successful completion of your apprenticeship, you will be awarded a Level 3 in Engineering & Manufacturing Support Technician.

Your training

  • Level 3 Engineering and Manufacturing Support Technician apprenticeship standard
  • Level 2 Functional Skills in English and maths if required

Where it leads

  • Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship, there is an opportunity to progress into a full-time Design Engineer
  • Continued professional development

About Arneg UK Limited

We are a leading manufacturer specialising in the design, development, and production of high-quality commercial refrigeration cabinets. Combining advanced engineering design with on-site manufacturing, we pride ourselves on delivering innovative, energy-efficient cooling solutions.

As an employer, we are deeply committed to developing the next generation of engineering talent. We offer a supportive, hands-on environment where apprentices work directly alongside industry experts, gain exposure to cutting-edge design tools and test labs, and build a solid foundation for a long-term, rewarding career.

Things to consider

First-Year Factory Rotations: During the first year, the apprentice will spend time working across various areas of the factory floor, including Production/Assembly, the Metal Shop, Electrical, and Brazing. This foundational rotation is essential for gaining a practical understanding of our manufacturing processes before transitioning fully into design work.

Work Environment: The role offers a unique mix of office-based CAD design, practical testing in labs, and hands-on manufacturing experience.

Travel: Candidates should consider their daily commute to ensure they can reliably travel to both the workplace and the college.

Candidates must attend an initial interview with a member of our Apprenticeship Recruitment Team if they meet the initial criteria as part of the recruitment process.

Only Candidates who have fully completed the application will be considered.

Please be aware that the closing date is subject to change without prior notice.

Skills they're looking for

Analytical skillsMotivated and eager to learn

Entry requirements

  • GCSE English (grade 4/C) — essential
  • GCSE maths (grade 4/C) — essential

Where you'll work

  • Arneg Uk, 62 Sunderland Road, SG19 1QY

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