Apprentice Design Engineer- Fire and Security

Job Description

ApprenticeDesignEngineer- Fire and Security
📍Glasgow. This apprenticeship involves working both from our office and on customer sites, depending on business needs. BraidhurstHouse, 2 Finch Way, Strathclyde Business Park, Bellshill. ML4 3PE

Ready todesignyour future?🔥🔐
Join Johnson Controls and dive into the world offire and securitysystem technology!We’retalking all thecool systems that keep people safe.You’lllearn how to design these complex electrical systems from dayone. 

WhatYou’llBe Up To:

You will join the design department that specializes in creating fire and security systems for industrial, commercial, and residential markets.

An experienced design engineer will guide you, teaching you the fundamentals of design engineering.

You will familiarise yourself with tools like AutoCAD, Revit 3D modelling, and other design-specific software to gain direct experience in system design.

This apprenticeship is a highly technical role whereyou'llcreate detailed designs and calculations for various fire and security systems,complying withindustry and legislative standards.

You will visit client locations, collaborate with colleagues to conduct surveys, and develop design plans based on the gathered information.

This role will require travel to clients on a national basis occasionally. The company will cover the costs of travel, accommodation, and meals.

Who We Are

Johnson Controls is a global leader in technology and industry, serving customers in over 150 countries. We create intelligent buildings, energy-efficient solutions, and integrated infrastructure that drive progress. As an apprentice,you'llbe part of our mission to shape a better tomorrow making buildings safer,smarterand more sustainable. Learn more about us.

WhereYou’llTrain:
🎓RGU
📚Level4Graduate Apprenticeship Engineering - Design and Manufacture
🧠Mix of college learning and hands-on mentoring. College is day release, done remotely

WhatYou’llNeed:
✅SQA Higher: Normally BBBC, Foundation Apprenticeships (SCQF Level 6), SVQs/NVQs non-relevant HNCs, access programmes.
✅ Full UK driving licence

✅Ability to pass SC clearance
✅ Happy to travel, work away and stay over in hotels when needed
✅ Good vibes: team spirit, hardworking, communication skills, and a love for technology and Engineering

Perks & Pay:
💰 £15,600 starting salary
🛠️ All equipmentprovided
📅 25 days holiday + bank holidays
💼Access to Company pension scheme 

Next Steps:
📧 Send your CV, driving licence,English and Maths certificates- Grade 5 orC’s
📞 If your application stands out, you will have a chat with our Talent Acquisition team
🛠️Smash the screening call and you will be invited to attend an assessment centre
🎉Start your journey in late summer 2026!


Deadline to apply:Friday 10thApril 2026

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