Product Design & Development Engineers work on all stages of product creation, product modification and product componentry. They support activities ranging on early concept feasibility, Computer Aided Design and other modelling, activities and stages through to final preparation for launch and customers. This includes working in concept studios, rapid prototyping, assembly, testing, validating and analysing performance. They work closely with suppliers and managers in bring new concepts to life or contributing to redesigns of existing products.  
 
Degree Apprenticeships can be utilised to upskill or progress existing staff or attract new talent.  

The Product Design and Development Engineer Degree Apprenticeship will enable staff to:   

🔹 Develop core engineering skills  
🔹 Embed practical learning techniques and academic understanding  
🔹 Form a logical and systematic approach to engineering  
🔹 Model engineering design skills  
🔹 Expand leadership and management capabilities  

This Degree is offered with two specialist pathways, choose either, Electrical and Electronics, or Mechanical.  

Mechanical Pathway include:  

🔹 Design for Manufacture  
🔹 Leadership and Management  
🔹 Work-based Research Project  

Electrical and Electronics Pathway includes:  

🔹 Power Electronics and Drives for Electrical Machines and Renewable Energy Systems 
🔹 Leadership and Management 
🔹 Work-based Research Project 

The degree element has been accredited by the Institute of Engineering Designers (IED) to IEng level and provides professional recognition for the study undertaken. 
 
This standard has been designed to meet the professional standards of the Engineering Council for initial registration as an Engineering Technician (Eng Tech) in partnership with the Institution of Mechanical Engineers. Further professional development and registration is subject to candidates successfully completing the appropriate learning, developing the appropriate competence, and undergoing professional review. 
 
The typical duration of this apprenticeship is 4 to 5 years. This duration may be reduced for a candidate with previous relevant experience and/or someone already part qualified. Alternatively, this may also be a progression route from a relevant Advanced Apprenticeship. 
 
An apprenticeship is a genuine job and under all circumstances an apprentice will be employed from day one. Apprenticeships develop academic learning combined with practical training on-the-job and are designed to produce well-rounded, competent engineers. 
 
Apprenticeship Standard: ST0027