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Engraver Ausbildung in Germany

German name: Graveur/in

Engraver is a recognized vocational training profession in the skilled crafts, introducing you to the art of engraving on various materials such as metal, glass, or wood. The training lasts 3 years and teaches you precision, craftsmanship, and creativity.

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What you do

  • Designing and creating engravings on various materials (e.g., metal, glass, plastic)
  • Operating and maintaining manual, mechanical, and computer-controlled engraving machines
  • Preparing surfaces for the engraving process (e.g., cleaning, clamping)
  • Reading and implementing technical drawings, sketches, and customer requests
  • Performing quality control of finished engravings and post-processing
  • Advising customers on design options and material properties
  • Caring for and maintaining tools and operational equipment

Requirements

  • Good manual dexterity and fine motor skills
  • High precision and meticulousness in work
  • Creativity and an eye for detail
  • Spatial imagination
  • Patience and ability to concentrate
  • Interest in technology and design
  • At least a Hauptschulabschluss (secondary school certificate, or equivalent)

Career prospects

  1. 1Employment in engraving workshops, jewelry stores, metal processing, or promotional item production
  2. 2Specialization in specific engraving techniques (e.g., laser engraving, hand engraving, chisel engraving)
  3. 3Further training to become an Engraver Master (Meisterprüfung) and potentially opening one's own business
  4. 4Further education in related fields such as product design, restoration, or CAD applications
  5. 5Working in the production of precision tools or in monument conservation

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There are no open positions in this career right now. New positions come in several times a day.

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Frequently asked questions

Answers from our data on salary, length, German level and open positions.

How much do you earn in a Engraver Ausbildung in Germany?

Usually 700 to 1,100 € a month. Pay rises with each year of training; the company sets the exact amount.

What German level do I need for a Engraver Ausbildung?

Usually B2 German is enough. It is a guideline: some companies ask for more, some accept less.

What are the requirements for a Engraver Ausbildung?

Good manual dexterity and fine motor skills; High precision and meticulousness in work; Creativity and an eye for detail; Spatial imagination.

Where can I find open Engraver Ausbildung positions?

There are no open positions right now. New positions come in several times a day.

How to apply as a Engraver

Create your German CV, no account needed. Then apply to one of the open positions.

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Career information is based on BERUFENET by the Federal Employment Agency.