Apprentice Production Engineer: CAD & BOM Specialist

ABB; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

25 days annual leave

Pension scheme

Life assurance

Flexible benefits scheme

Internal mobility & mentoring

Employee Assistance Programme

Referral scheme

Job summary

ABB in the United Kingdom is inviting applicants for an apprenticeship track that develops hands-on skills to become a Technical Engineer within a manufacturing setting. You will learn how products are designed, costed and manufactured, while gaining experience in BOM, routing and ERP master data.

You’ll work with Autodesk Inventor to craft accurate 3D models and drawings, supporting cost analyses and customer requirements.

Qualifications

• GCSEs in English, Maths and Science are required.
• A-Levels in Engineering or Physics are preferred.
• No prior engineering experience is required; willingness to learn is essential.
• Basic understanding of engineering principles and manufacturing processes.

Responsibilities

• Work model: onsite
• ERP Master Data Management – create, maintain, and update BOM and routing data
• Develop understanding of product structures and manufacturing
• Learn cost evaluations and support the quotation team
• Use Autodesk Inventor to create 3D models and technical drawings
• Produce clear sales and manufacturing drawings
• Translate customer requirements into technical designs
• Understand routing sequences and manufacturing processes
• Collaborate with engineers and production teams to improve data quality and resolve issues
• Identify opportunities to improve BOMs, routings, and processes; capture changes in ERP

Skills

Will­ingness to learn

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Communication skills

Education

GCSE English, Maths and Science

A-Level in Engineering or Physics (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel)

CAD software interest (e.g., Autodesk Inventor)

Job description

ABB in the United Kingdom is inviting applicants for an apprenticeship track that develops hands-on skills to become a Technical Engineer within a manufacturing setting. You will learn how products are designed, costed and manufactured, while gaining experience in BOM, routing and ERP master data.

You’ll work with Autodesk Inventor to craft accurate 3D models and drawings, supporting cost analyses and customer requirements.