Apprenticeship as a Technical Product Designer

Precision meets creativity.

Engineer reviewing a 3D design of a sealing tool on a monitor
Instructor explains a lathe to two apprentices

What you will learn:

For everyone who has ideas for technical solutions and a desire to develop something of their own.

Product Design.

Knowledge and practical experience – from initial sketch to prototype – in real projects throughout the entire product development process.

Mold Making.

How is a mold built – what is important? You’ll get hands-on experience.

Mold Design.

Implementing product development ideas, defining mold technology, and designing molds according to our customers’ wishes.

Illustration: Lightbulb over a cube – Ideas

What You Will Create

Your work in product development forms the basis for mold design, which in turn lays the foundation for mold manufacturing. Your design will be implemented in practice by our mold makers. Our customers in the automotive industry use these molds to produce door or convertible seals.

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What You Can Be Proud Of

Car manufacturers of many well-known brands are among our customers. The expertise of PFAFF product designers is thus found in a large number of current vehicle models. And perhaps a Porsche you helped design will soon turn a corner.

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What You Can Expect From Us

During your apprenticeship, we will address your individual talents and foster your abilities. This way, you can specialize and develop in the area that suits you best.

Application

Now all that's missing is you.

Exciting tasks, a strong team, and many opportunities for personal growth await you at PFAFF. If you are eager to make a difference with us, we look forward to meeting you.

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If you are under 16 years of age, you will need parental consent for your application.

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The Facts

Everything else you need to know:

Apprenticeship Duration?

  • 3.5 years.

Vocational School?

  • 1./2. 1st year: 1.5 days per week (Kempten)
  • 3./4. 2nd/3rd year: Block instruction (Wasserburg am Inn)

Requirements?

  • Good, qualified secondary school diploma or intermediate school certificate
  • Good spatial reasoning ability
  • Technical interest
  • Enjoy creative, intensive computer work
trial internship

Just want to get a taste? You're very welcome.

Come by for a taster internship and experience PFAFF live. You can get to know different professions, help out, and find out which path suits you best.

Questions?
We are happy to help you.