Oxford Quantum Circuits

Quantum Computing

EngineeringDesignApprentice

Reading, United Kingdom Other
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The Brief

“Engineering Design Apprentice at Oxford Quantum Circuits. Skills: Engineering Design, Manufacturing, Product Lifecycle Management. Support management and maintenance of Bills of Materials. Support engineering documentation”

What You'll Achieve.

Ensure systems can be built, improved, and deployed reliably; Ensure systems are scalable; Ensure systems are manufacturable; Ensure systems are continuously improving; Improve processes and product quality

Industry & Context.

Quantum Computing

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Genuine interest in engineering, manufacturing, design, or how products are built, Studying STEM-related subjects such as Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, Design Technology, or similar, Predicted or achieved A-Level grades of C or above in relevant STEM subjects, or equivalent Level 3TEC qualifications, Some exposure to CAD tools or technical design work, Attention to detail, Eagerness to learn, Curious, Proactive, Comfortable asking questions, Comfortable working with different teams, Able to communicate clearly, Able to work collaboratively in a team environment, Enthusiasm for hands-on projects, building things, 3D printing, electronics, mechanical projects, or similar extracurricular interests

Nice to Have

Experience using SOLIDWORKS or similar CAD software, Exposure to engineering projects through school, hobbies, clubs, or personal projects, Awareness of manufacturing, assembly, or product lifecycle processes, Interest in project management or continuous improvement methodologies, Experience working on collaborative or team-based technical projects

What You'll Do.

Support management and maintenance of Bills of Materials

Support engineering documentation

Assist with design release

Assist with change control processes

Support Design Engineers with CAD activities

Help capture and manage design for build updates

Support lifecycle management processes

Assist with light project coordination

Assist with rollout support

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Work closely with Design Engineers, R&D teams, Supply Chain, Technicians, and Project Management; Work cross-functionally with Design, R&D, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Technicians, and Project teams; Work collaboratively in a team environment

Communication Scope

Communicate clearly

Process & Methodology

Project coordination, Project management methodologies

Full Job Description

At OQC, we aren’t just theorising about the future; we’re building it. Born from a philosophy of bold innovation, we’ve successfully transitioned quantum computing from an academic dream into a commercial reality. The most exciting thing is that we’re just getting started. ### The Mission As an Engineering Design Apprentice at OQC, you’ll help bridge the gap between engineering design and real-world manufacturing as we scale the next generation of quantum computing systems. Working within our Engineering Operations and R&D teams, you’ll support the release and lifecycle management of critical design data, ensuring our systems can be built, improved, and deployed reliably across the globe. This is a hands-on apprenticeship designed for someone curious about engineering, design, manufacturing, and how complex products move from concept into reality. ### The Role You’ll join our Engineering Operations team and work closely with Design Engineers, R&D teams, Supply Chain, Technicians, and Project Management to support the design release process for OQC quantum systems. This role has a strong focus on design release, product lifecycle management, and manufacturing readiness. You’ll learn how engineering data is captured, controlled, and released into production environments — helping ensure our systems are scalable, manufacturable, and continuously improving. Alongside your day-to-day work, you’ll complete your apprenticeship qualification through our partnered training provider, University Centre Newbury. ### What You'll Be Working On * Supporting the management and maintenance of Bills of Materials (BOMs) and engineering documentation * Assisting with design release and change control processes to ensure manufacturing data accuracy * Supporting Design Engineers with CAD activities, including 3D models and assembly drawings using SOLIDWORKS * Helping capture and manage “design for build” updates from R&D and engineering teams * Supporting lifecycle management processes a

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