Industrial mechanic

You learn all about the manual and mechanical machining of materials and how to assemble our products. We let you operate a diverse range of machines: you learn how to handle automated production plants and complex manufacturing systems. You take responsibility for the quality of the products that you manufacture. Because we set the highest standards. You too? Then show us what you're made of!

The practical part of your industrial mechanic training program is predominantly held at our plant in Graben-Neudorf. At the same time, your practical training will be supplemented by theoretical knowledge at the vocational school.

Here you can find an overview of the training program   (PDF)

Interested? Would you like to get a taste of what a technical traineeship is like? No problem – simply take a look at our video.

After completing your training as an industrial mechanic you can work independently in your assigned department, such as in production, assembly or customer service. If you want to continue your professional development and want to take more responsibility you may choose to complete a supervisor or technician course. Requirement: personable, good performance and a high level of commitment.

To start training as an industrial mechanic, you must have completed secondary school. A good secondary school qualification also allows you start training as an industrial mechanic. It is important that your personal skills fit the training and us as a company. These include enjoying your work and the will to drive things forward. Grades are not the only factor in our decisions about training positions; rather, they secure your ticket to the interview. We are interested in the overall picture and particularly your grades in mathematics, technology and natural sciences.

The training stipend is clearly regulated. SEW-EURODRIVE pays its trainees the following salary based on the collective agreement with the Nordwürttemberg/Nordbaden metal and electrical industry:

• First year of training: EUR 1,127.00
• Second year of training: EUR 1,197.50
• Third year of training: EUR 1,303.00
• Fourth year of training: EUR 1,373.50

Would you like to find out more about the industrial mechanic training program from first-hand accounts? Then read what Malisa Hoffner, David Hess and Torben Loritz have to say!