Apprentice Design Engineering and BIM Technician
MITIE GROUP PLC
About the Role
At Mitie, we believe exceptional things happen when places are cared for. As the UK’s No.16 Top Apprenticeship Employer, we’re shaping futures by shaping environments; empowering people, strengthening communities and helping society thrive. Ready to start making places work better every day?
As our Design/BIM Apprentice you will assist our Design & Estimating team for our Capital Projects department. You will focus on learning our design processes, AutoCAD/Revit fundamentals, being confident with file management and developing basic competence in software, documentation and workflow standards. Here's a glimpse of what your journey could include:
- Assisting to prepare design mark-ups, layouts and simple drawing updates under supervision
- Supporting Senior Designers by gathering datasheets, manuals and compliance documentation
- Creating and editing simple 2D elements (lines, polylines, blocks) and assisting with producing and plotting drawings
- Navigating Revit models, including plans, sections, 3D view and placing basic elements with guidance
- Undertaking simple take-offs and measurements when guided
- Developing an understanding of design specifications, schedules and drawing stages (Preliminary, Construction, As-Built)
- Uploading, downloading and managing documents within
- Common Data Environments (CDEs) such as Asite, Aconex or ACC
- Following company file naming conventions and version control procedures
- Gaining exposure to Fire Alarm, Security, and ICT systems and associated terminology
- Ensuring all project data and records are kept accurate, up to date and stored correctly
- Following company templates, processes, and quality standards when completing tasks
- Accurately implementing red-line mark-ups and feedback from senior team members
- Applying basic quality checks and begin using checklists to ensure work meets required standards
- Updating project trackers and deliverables logs as required
- Following internal approval and document issue processes
- Understanding how model or drawing changes impact outputs and update accordingly
- Maintaining accurate project documentation, including drawing registers, trackers, issue logs, and revision histories
Kick‑start your early career with an apprenticeship that helps make places work better. You’ll gain real design and BIM experience on meaningful projects, developing skills that pave the way for future roles across engineering and the built environment.
About the Training
As part of your Apprenticeship, you will be enrolled onto a Level 3 Digital Engineering Technician qualification which normally runs for 3 years. You will be fully supported by our partnered to achieve this qualification by having 1-2-1 advice and support, e-learning materials, and a whole team of experts on hand for advice and technical knowledge at your office.
Our dedicated Apprenticeship Team will support you every step of the way, helping you make the most of your opportunities and to achieve the goals you already have – and those you have yet to discover!
About the Employer
At Mitie, we’re the UK’s leading facilities management and professional services company. We deliver critical services that power businesses, communities, and individuals across the nation. Rock Power Connections are proud to be part of Mitie designing and building electrical infrastructure solutions across the UK, bringing high voltage power to the places it’s needed.
Skills Required
- Communication skills
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Administrative skills
- Team working
- Creative
- Initiative
Training Provider
LEARNING SKILLS PARTNERSHIP LTD
Course/Training
Digital engineering technician (level 3)