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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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Tarmac
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Morgan Sindall
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Morgan Sindall Construction update - Cefas, Lowestoft
Superstructures
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Superstructures Vlog 01: Why taking on young talent is so important.
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97 Organisations in this industry

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Rebecca named Rising Star at Inspiring Women in Construction & Engineering Awards
Jackson Northern region Senior Quantity Surveyor Rebecca Daykin picked up a ‘Rising Star’ award at the Inspiring Women in Construction & Engineering Awards earlier this week. She won the award after making a significant contribution to the Colwick Fish Pass pr...
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Apprentice Electrician
Closing Date:
27th January 2025
Salary:
£13,312 After 1st year pay increases
Location:
FAKENHAM, VAC1000280169
DALY (GROUP) LTD (FAKENHAM)
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What does Warren actually do?
We're often asked - what does Warren actually do? We'll be sharing more videos in the coming months of some of our services and in-house processes. What does Warren actually do?
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The next generation of engineering talent
At Warren, we’re proud to support the next generation of engineering talent. Last week, our apprentices Alfie McElvogue, Tadas Difartas and Reino Monument began their six-week study at Reagit in Norwich, the first step towards their Level 2 Engineering Operati...
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Future manufacturers in the making
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Event Date:
26th September 2024
Location:
Thetford, Norfolk
Future manufacturers in the making - we hosted almost 300 Year 6 pupils last Thursday for National Manufacturing Day. It was carnage but we loved every minute! Thank you to Will, Estee and Alistair for your participation.
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50 metres above the Thames!
A Jackson Highways team is nearing the end of their first season of painting the QEII Bridge at Dartford. The work, on behalf of Connect Plus, takes place 50m above the River Thames, inside gantries on the underside of the iconic structure. The work involves c...
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