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Complex F&S Design Apprentice

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Johnson Controls

1mo ago

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Placement Program
  • Data
    Engineering
  • Birmingham

AI generated summary

  • You need GCSEs in English and Maths (Grade 5), a full driving license, and strong communication, IT, organizational, and teamwork skills. Travel may be required.
  • You will assist in designing fire and security systems, using tools like AutoCAD and Revit, conduct client surveys, and collaborate with engineers, while receiving on-the-job training and education.

Requirements

  • GCSE or equivalent English (Grade 5) essential
  • GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade 5) essential
  • Full Driving licence required
  • Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.
  • Communication skills
  • IT skills
  • Organisation skills
  • Team working
  • purpose led
  • customer driven
  • future focused
  • This exciting opportunity will involve traveling so you need to be comfortable traveling to customers sites and staying away occasionally.

Responsibilities

  • You will join the design department that specializes in creating fire and security systems for industrial, commercial, and residential markets.
  • An experienced design engineer will guide you, teaching you the fundamentals of design engineering.
  • You will familiarize yourself with tools like AutoCAD, Revit 3D modelling, and other design-specific software to gain direct experience in system design.
  • This apprenticeship is a highly technical role where you'll create detailed designs and calculations for various fire and security systems, complying with industry and legislative standards.
  • You will visit client locations, collaborate with colleagues to conduct surveys, and develop design plans based on the gathered information.
  • This role will require travel to clients on a national basis occasionally. The company will cover the costs of travel, accommodation, and meals.
  • The apprenticeship combines work experience with college education, aiming for a project controls apprenticeship. Experienced design engineers will closely supervise your on-the-job training, many of whom have also undergone our apprenticeship scheme and can help you navigate through the process.

FAQs

What qualifications are required to apply for the Complex F&S Design Apprentice position?

Applicants must have GCSE or equivalent English (Grade 5) and Maths (Grade 5) qualifications. A full driving license is also required.

Where will the apprenticeship take place?

The apprenticeship will be based in the Birmingham office, located at 8 Ridgeway, Quinton Business Park, Quinton, Birmingham, B32 1AF.

Will I receive any formal training during the apprenticeship?

Yes, you will undergo training through Train'd Up and will gain a Level 3 Engineering Design Technician qualification. You'll have a day release for this training, which will be conducted remotely.

What kind of work will I be doing during the apprenticeship?

You will be working in the design department, specializing in creating fire and security systems for various markets, learning design fundamentals, and using tools like AutoCAD and Revit 3D modeling.

Are there opportunities for travel during this apprenticeship?

Yes, you will be required to travel to client locations nationally, with travel, accommodation, and meal costs covered by the company.

What is the starting salary for this apprenticeship?

The starting salary for the Complex F&S Design Apprentice position is £14,920.

What skills are considered essential for this role?

Essential skills include communication, IT, organization, team working, being purpose-led, customer-driven, and future-focused.

What can I expect after completing the apprenticeship?

Upon completion, there are many internal opportunities within the company. Previous apprentices have gone on to become lead design engineers and take control of their own teams and projects.

How does the application process work?

Suitable candidates will be contacted via email to provide evidence of required certifications, followed by a screening call with a recruiter. After that, candidates will participate in an assessment center, which includes a practical assessment, team introductions, and an interview.

When is the expected start date for the apprenticeship?

Successful candidates can expect to begin the apprenticeship with Johnson Controls in late summer 2025.

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Johnson Controls

Government
Industry
10,001+
Employees
1885
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

At Johnson Controls (NYSE:JCI) we transform the environments where people live, work, learn and play. As the global leader in smart, healthy and sustainable buildings, our mission is to reimagine the performance of buildings to serve people, places and the planet. With a history of more than 135 years of innovation, Johnson Controls delivers the blueprint of the future for industries such as healthcare, schools, data centers, airports, stadiums, manufacturing and beyond through its comprehensive digital offering OpenBlue. With a global team of 100,000 experts in more than 150 countries, Johnson Controls offers the world`s largest portfolio of building technology, software as well as service solutions with some of the most trusted names in the industry.