Engineering

Engineering is about solving complex problems and designing solutions that improve our world. From developing renewable energy systems to creating life-saving medical devices, engineers apply scientific principles to innovate and build. The field encompasses diverse specialties including mechanical, electrical, civil, software, and biomedical engineering. With rapid technological advancement and growing focus on sustainability, engineering offers dynamic careers at the forefront of innovation and global challenges.

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🎭 Myths & Facts

MYTHFACTIs construction boring?Do people that work in construction get paid well?

Engineering is only about maths and science.

Engineers also need creativity, communication skills, and business acumen for successful projects.

You need perfect grades to become an engineer.

Many successful engineers come from diverse academic backgrounds with various entry routes available.

Engineering is boring desk work.

Engineers work on exciting projects, travel, collaborate with teams, and see their designs come to life.

It's a male-dominated field with no diversity.

The industry actively promotes diversity and inclusion, with growing representation across all demographics.

Engineers only work on technical tasks.

Many engineers move into management, sales, consulting, and entrepreneurship roles.

🚀 Careers

Engineering

Electrical Engineer

Electrical engineers design, develop, and maintain electrical systems and components. They work o...

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Electrical Fitter

An Electrical Fitter is a skilled tradesperson responsible for assembling, installing, testing, a...

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Architect

An architect designs buildings and structures, creating plans that are both functional and aesthe...

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Structural Engineer

Structural engineers are responsible for designing, assessing, and ensuring the safety and stabil...

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Design Engineer

A Design Engineer uses technical knowledge and creativity to design products, systems, or compone...

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Project Engineer

Project Engineers oversee technical projects from conception through to completion, ensuring that...

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Mechanical Engineer

Mechanical engineers design, develop and test machines, tools, and mechanical systems used in man...

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Marine Engineer

Marine engineers design, build, test, and maintain ships, boats, underwater craft, offshore platf...

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Vehicle Mechanic

A vehicle mechanic maintains, inspects and repairs all types of motor vehicles, including cars, v...

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Chemical Engineer

Chemical engineers design, develop, and optimise processes for producing chemicals, fuels, food, ...

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Aerospace Engineer

Aerospace engineers design, develop, and test aircraft, spacecraft, satellites, and missiles. The...

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Renewable Energy Engineer

Renewable Energy Engineers design, develop, and maintain systems that generate energy from sustai...

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Engineer

Engineers use science and maths to design, build and fix things like bridges, machines, computers...

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Civil Engineer

Civil engineers design, build, and maintain the infrastructure that supports everyday life, such ...

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Environmental Engineer

Environmental engineers help protect the planet by finding ways to make our environment safer and...

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CAD Technician

A CAD Technician uses special computer software (CAD stands for Computer-Aided Design) to create ...

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Systems Integration Engineer

A Systems Integration Engineer is responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining the se...

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Bridge Engineer

A Bridge Engineer designs and checks bridges to make sure they are strong, safe and last a long t...

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Biomedical Engineer

A biomedical engineer designs and develops medical devices, equipment, and software used in healt...

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Systems Engineer

A systems engineer designs, implements, and manages complex computer systems for businesses and o...

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Metalworking Production and Maintenance Fitter

A Metalworking Production and Maintenance Fitter is a skilled tradesperson responsible for assemb...

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Bridge Designer

A Bridge Designer plans and designs bridges so they are strong, safe and look good. They work wit...

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Solar Panel Fitter

A Solar Panel Fitter installs and maintains photovoltaic (PV) systems on rooftops and other locat...

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Metal Machining Setter and Setter Operator

Metal Machining Setters and Setter Operators are like the expert chefs of a machine shop! They pr...

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Engineering Design Technician

An Engineering Design Technician plays a crucial role in the engineering process by creating deta...

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Robotics Technician

A Robotics Technician is a skilled professional responsible for assembling, maintaining, troubles...

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Engineering Technician

An Engineering Technician plays a crucial role in supporting engineers across various disciplines...

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Electrical Grid Technician

An Electrical Grid Technician plays a crucial role in maintaining the UK's electrical infrastruct...

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Offshore Wind Turbine Technician

Imagine giant windmills out in the sea, spinning around to make clean energy for our homes and sc...

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Power Systems Engineer

Power Systems Engineers design, develop, and maintain the complex networks that deliver electrici...

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Renewable Energy Technician

A Renewable Energy Technician installs, maintains, and repairs systems that generate power from r...

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Nuclear Technician

A Nuclear Technician helps to look after power plants that make electricity using special 'nuclea...

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Nuclear Engineer

Nuclear Engineers design, build, and operate machines and power plants that use nuclear energy. T...

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Magnetics Engineer

Imagine playing with special invisible forces that can pull and push things, like magnets! A Magn...

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Maglev Engineer

Maglev Engineers design, develop, and maintain advanced magnetic levitation systems used in high-...

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Energy Storage Technician

An Energy Storage Technician is responsible for installing, maintaining, and repairing battery en...

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Naval Engineer

A Naval Engineer is like a super-smart ship builder! They design and help build amazing boats, fr...

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Energy Systems Data Analyst

An Energy Systems Data Analyst is responsible for collecting, analysing, and interpreting complex...

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Mechanic

A mechanic, often referred to as a vehicle technician in the UK, is a skilled professional respon...

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Bridge Builder

Imagine building huge bridges that help cars, trains, and people get from one side of a big river...

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🧠 Skills

Mathematical and scientific principles

Technical

CAD software and technical drawing

Design

Analytical thinking and troubleshooting

Problem-solving

Planning and resource coordination

Project Management

Technical writing and presentation

Communication

Research and development methods

Innovation

Testing and quality assurance

Quality

Programming and simulation software

Digital

🏭 Industries

Automotive and Aerospace Energy and Utilities Manufacturing and Production Technology and Software Construction and Infrastructure Healthcare and Medical Devices Environmental and Sustainability

🗺️ Workplaces

Research and development laboratories Manufacturing plants and factories Design offices and studios Construction and project sites Testing facilities and workshops Corporate headquarters and consultancies Universities and research institutions Client sites and field locations

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