Apprenticeship

Technical product designers specializing in product design and construction design and construct components, assemblies or products according to customer requirements. They may use existing models and solutions, optimize them and adapt them to new requirements. They primarily use CAD systems to create 3D data models. They prepare their designs for various purposes, for example by creating sectional views and detailed designs. They select materials, standard parts as well as production and assembly techniques, taking into account cost aspects as well as technical and design requirements. They also prepare technical documentation.

Technical product designer is a 3.5-year recognized training occupation in industry and commerce.

The full description of the training can be found on the official website of the Federal Employment Agency. Or simply follow this link: https://web.arbeitsagentur.de/berufenet/beruf/90588