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Apprentice Industrial Designer

An Apprentice Industrial Designer aids in developing industrial products by designing concepts, selecting materials, and overseeing manufacturing under guidance.

How do I become a apprentice industrial designer

Get qualified to work as a apprentice industrial designer with a course recognised across Australia. Speak to a training provider to learn more.

Common questions

In Australia, a full time Apprentice Industrial Designer generally earns $1,200 per week ($62,400 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience you can expect a potentially higher salary than people who are new to the industry.

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There has been strong employment growth in this industry over the last five years. There are currently 3,400 people working in this field in Australia, and many of them specialise as an Apprentice Industrial Designer. Apprentice Industrial Designers may find work across all regions of Australia.

Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights

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An Undergraduate Certificate in Industrial Automation Engineering is an excellent qualification if you’re planning a career as an Apprentice Industrial Designer. This course will give you the skills to apply a range of contextual factors and design practices to industrial engineering applications.

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Apprentice Industrial Designer careers

An Apprentice Industrial Designer assists with the development of products and systems used in industrial settings. You might help to design concepts and prepare drawings. Apprentice Industrial Designers might choose suitable materials and oversee the manufacturing process. You’ll work under the guidance of a qualified Industrial Designer.

Apprentice Industrial Designers should have strong technical skills and be able to come up with innovative solutions to a range of problems. You’ll need to have good analytical abilities and be able to work as part of a team. Apprentice Industrial Designers should be able to follow instructions and communicate well with clients and colleagues.