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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?
There are now over 50,000 women in engineering professional roles – almost double the number from 2009.

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Apprenticeship and Higher Education Open Event
Event Date:
10th February 2026
Location:
Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk
This National Apprenticeship Week, we’re opening our doors to the next generation of apprentices, adults and higher education students! Join us on Tuesday 10th February for our Information Evening and Careers Fair, bringing together apprenticeships, adult lear...
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Apprentice Machinist - George Lister Engineering
Closing Date:
31st May 2026
Salary:
£335.40 per week
Location:
Fulbourn, Cambridge, Cambs
Employer description Engineering Sub - Contractor, Carrying out Milling, Turning, Sheetmetal and Welding & Fabrication in a 20,000sqft Modern Factory. Main description We are Engineering Sub - Contractors, Carrying out Milling, Turning, Sheetmetal and Welding....
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Lean Manufacturing Operative Apprentice - Lawrence David
Applications for this role are now closed
Closing Date:
16th January 2026
Salary:
£ 15704 per year
Location:
Peterborough, Cambs
Employer description Lawrence David Ltd is a UK based manufacturer of commercial trailers and rigid bodies for the transportation industry. The company was founded in 1973 and is now a wholly owned subsidiary of the Wielton Group, a Polish manufacturer. Main d...
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Electronics Engineer - MRC Laboratory of Molecular Biology
Applications for this role are now closed
Closing Date:
20th January 2026
Salary:
£45,869 - £51,547 per annum
Location:
Cambridge, Cambs
Employer description The MRC Laboratory of Molecular Biology (LMB) is one of the leading scientific institutions in the world and has been at the forefront in the development of techniques and instrumentation for many years. A major part of this success has be...
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The icanbea... Team will be available until lunchtime on 24/12/2025 and then again from 05/01/2026. Thanks to everyone that has used and supported the site in 2025.
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Northern Region wins Green Apple Award
Two Jackson projects in Nottinghamshire have been recognised with International Green Apple Environment Awards for their outstanding environmental achievements.At Lowdham, where a Jackson team is constructing a Flood Storage Reservoir on behalf of the Environm...
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