Advanced Apprentice – Graduate Design Engineer (Two-year programme)
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Position Overview & Specifications
As part of the globally recognised Bosch group, Worcester Bosch is an award-winning UK’s manufacturer of high efficiency heating and hot water systems. We are at the forefront of developing the next generation heating products, including solar heating, heat pumps and intelligent control systems that use renewable energy to provide sustainable low carbon heating solutions, to ensure we keep warming lives and protecting our future.
Job Description
Chance of joining an industry leading company as a Graduate Design Engineer in R&D, working for a department producing new generations of sustainable heating appliance as part of the Bosch brand. Designer will work in experienced team that have ownership over projects and the responsibility taking designs from concept to market, whilst being supported by technical training opportunities. Opportunities to improve skills with responsibilities including:
- CAD modelling & technical drawings
- Development of designs through engineering tools like Failure Mode Effect Analysis and Design for Manufacture & Assembly
- Working closely with production plant in Clay Cross and Purchasing to maintain production of series appliances
- Interpreting customer and legal requirements into a solid design solution
- Engineering change management
- Design for environment material compliance
- Planning of workload and work packages
- Liaising between sites and departments
- Occasional domestic and international travel
Concept designs will be produced through our in-house workshop and departmental 3D printers, developed for our production site in Clay Cross.
Qualifications
- Degree, Higher National Diploma in Engineering or equivalent practical experience
- Experience with CAD and producing technical drawings, NX Siemens advantageous
- Proactive individual, who wishes to learn and expand their skillset
- Good team player and capable of running own projects
- Proven problem solver and critical thinker
- Enjoys understanding how things work and taking ideas from start to finish
Additional Information
UK driver’s license preferable
39 hours / week: 8-5pm Mon-Thu & 8-4pm Fri – with some flexibility allowed for early starts and finishes.
Working with us comes with the following benefits:
- 25 days annual leave per year plus bank holidays
- Eligibility for our Company Performance Bonus (up to £1,500 gross per annum)
- Access to the Perkbox Benefits platform
- Discounts on products from across the Bosch Group
- Networking opportunities across Bosch UK
- Hybrid working options available
- Access to further education through the apprentice levy
Closing Date : Friday 02 June 2023
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: Consumer Product Manufacturing
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Advanced Apprentice – Graduate Design Engineer (Two-year programme) roles across Bosch Group's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to Consumer Product Manufacturing.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £33,520 - £57,625 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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