Apprentice Solid Works Designer

• An apprentice role supporting the design of bespoke chandeliers and luxury lighting using SolidWorks. Working with experienced designers and craftspeople, you will produce 3D models and technical drawings while developing specialist skills in lighting design, engineering and manufacture.

What you'll do

• Madson Black is seeking an Apprentice SolidWorks Designer to develop bespoke chandeliers, decorative lighting and architectural metalwork.

• A good basic knowledge of SolidWorks, including parts, assemblies and drawings, is essential. Working with experienced designers and craftspeople, you will develop 3D models and manufacturing drawings while learning engineering, materials, production, 3D printing and traditional craftsmanship.

Training

Qualifications included:

• Engineering Design Technician Apprenticeship Standard. Company Training Plan & Assessment.
• Level 3 Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering - Development Knowledge (1 day per week for 2 years at college)

Development Competence Qualification (workplace)

• Level 2 Functional Skills - Maths (If required)
• Level 2 Functional Skills - English (If required)
• End Point Assessment at the end of the apprenticeship

After the apprenticeship

• This apprenticeship offers excellent long-term career prospects within Madson Black. The successful candidate can progress from Apprentice Designer to Designer and Senior Designer, taking increasing responsibility for complete projects.
• Future opportunities may include design management, project leadership or specialist technical roles as the company continues to grow in the UK and internationally.

Skills

• Communication skills
• IT skills
• Attention to detail
• Organisation skills
• Customer care skills
• Problem solving skills
• Administrative skills
• Logical
• Team working
• Creative
• Initiative
• Patience
• Design and Craftsmanship
• Positive attitude

Qualifications

• Essential: GCSE, Including Maths and English at Grade (grade 4-9 (C-A*))
• Desired: GCSE, Design & Technology, Engineering, Physics, or Art (grade 4-9 (C-A*))
• Desired: SolidWorks or other CAD, knowledge of SolidWorks or other CAD (grade PASS)

Things to consider

• This is a highly technical, IT-driven role involving long periods working at a computer using SolidWorks.

• Candidates should enjoy detailed, precise work, problem-solving and continual learning, while also being comfortable working closely with our workshop and manufacturing teams.

About the employer

• Madson Black is a Royal Warrant-holding British designer and manufacturer of bespoke chandeliers, decorative lighting and architectural metalwork.
• From our Oxfordshire workshops, we combine traditional craftsmanship with advanced design and manufacturing technology, working for leading designers, luxury hotels, governments and Royal Households.

Apprenticeship details

• Course: Engineering design technician (level 3), Engineering and manufacturing
• Apprenticeship level: Advanced (level 3)
• Training provider: ENGINEERING TRUST TRAINING LIMITED
• Expected duration: 3 Years
• Hours: 37.5 hours a week. Working week: Monday to Friday 9:00am to 5:00pm
• Start date: 2 November 2026
• Positions available: 1
• Wage: £20,000 a year