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The Engineering industry can be very rewarding. You could become involved in projects that may be standing in history and society for many years to come.

There are many different types of engineer, so it’s almost guaranteed there will be something for you! Why not look and see what’s waiting for you?

Have a look at the different sectors below, watch the videos and follow the links to find out more!

  • 65 million engineering jobs are predicted to be available by 2024
  • In the UK, engineering companies expect to need 182,000 people with engineering skills each year to 2022 across a range of roles
  • Engineering jobs make up 19% of the UK’s total employment

Useful subjects:

Maths • Physics • Chemistry • Design and technology • ICT • Business studies • English • Science • Languages

Job Ideas for this Industry

Nuclear Engineer • Electrical Engineer • CAD Technician • Motor Mechanic • Aerospace Engineer • Welder • Wind Turbine Technician • Architect • Marine Engineer • Chemical Engineer • Civil Engineer (For more, check out the Job Areas below)

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4 Job Areas

Did You Know?
The advanced manufacturing and engineering sector in Norfolk & Suffolk has an economic value of £5.1 billion.

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Balfour Beatty
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An apprentice’s story - Ella
Superstructures
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Superstructures Apprentice: Liam Swann
Ford & Slater
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Ford & Slater Apprentices Discuss all things Apprenticeship
McCann Ltd
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Top Wighay Farm, Hucknall, Nottinghamshire
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85 Organisations in this industry

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Engineering Apprentice (Maintenance Technician) - Port of Felixstowe
Closing Date:
8th March 2026
Salary:
Up to £23,891 per annum (This salary will fall in line with National Living Wage, which will increase in April 2026)
Location:
Felixstowe, Suffolk
Employer description Hutchison Ports – Port of Felixstowe is the UK’s largest deep‐water container port and a major gateway for global trade. We are recruiting for apprentices to join one of our many programmes for 2026, with great opportunities across our Tec...
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VACANCY SNAPSHOT – WK COMMENCING 23/02/2026
Closing Date:
13th March 2026
Level 2 Apprentice Nursery Assistant - Level 3 Apprentice Estates Craftsperson (Plumbing and Domestic Heating) - Level 3 Museum Assistant - Apprentice - Level 2 Garden Maintenance - Level 3 Apprentice Estates Craftsperson (Electrical)
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Opening up the world of work
Jackson hosted a visit from a group of young people to its head office in Ipswich this week. They took part in some engineering activities and heard about the projects Jackson is are involved in and the kind of jobs we offer. They even had time to sit in Ray,....
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Apprentice Engineer - Sir Robert McAlpine
Closing Date:
2nd March 2026
Salary:
Competitive
Location:
London, London
Employer description Sir Robert McAlpine is a family-owned construction and infrastructure company established since 1869.We design, develop, build and preserve some of Britain’s most iconic buildings. We shape towns, cities, and landscapes and put the local c...
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Apprentice Machine Operator - DGF Engineering
Closing Date:
30th April 2026
Salary:
£ 15500 per year
Location:
Royston, Herts
Employer description DGF Engineering Ltd is a family run firm with a work ethos that quality and service is paramount for every customer and every order regardless of quantity, complexity or value. We are a small team with large goals. Main description DGF Eng...
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Mechanical Engineering Apprentice - UTM
Closing Date:
1st May 2026
Salary:
£ 16965 per year
Location:
Mildenhall, Suffolk
Employer description UTM Limited are the number 1 manufacturer and supplier of Training Ammunition. Supplying military and law enforcement in over 70 countries worldwide, UTM are constantly developing new training ammunition products. Being part of a multi-nat...
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