University’s not for me. How can I become an engineer?

Great earning potential, undeniable job prospects and a well-publicised current demand for engineers and technicians to fill the skills-gap: it’s no wonder more and more people are beginning to consider engineering careers. Here we’ll be exploring four of the non-traditional routes into engineering – apprenticeships, school and college-leaver programmes, sponsored degrees and engineering gateways. Apprenticeships Continue reading..

Five reasons you should choose a career in engineering

Great salary The average starting salary for engineering and technology graduates is £25,762. This is above the average for all graduate starting salaries in the UK, which is £22,364. Engineering graduates will also earn over 30% more in their working lifetime than the average graduate (that adds up to over £144,000). Engineering technicians, with an Continue reading..

Three construction career paths

Intrigued by the construction trade, but not sure what type of roles are up for grabs? Wonder no more with our handy guide to three construction career paths… Building Services Engineer The life of a Building Services Engineer revolves around the design, installation and maintenance of systems and facilities that enable buildings to function efficiently. Continue reading..

Semta

Semta is the Sector Skills Council for the Advanced Manufacturing and Engineering sectors. We address the sectors’ skills needs, providing expert support to improve performance and growth. We do this by working with employers, partners and training providers to shape skills and training solutions that meet employers’ needs. Semta is responsible for 132,000 companies and Continue reading..

Siemens

Siemens has been finding innovative answers to some of the world’s most challenging questions for 170 years. As a leading global engineering company, Siemens is behind a diverse range of technologies and services we take for granted in our daily lives across the sectors of Energy, Healthcare, Industry and Infrastructure & Cities – you name Continue reading..

EngineeringUK

EngineeringUK is an independent organisation that promotes the vital contribution of engineers, engineering and technology in our society. Its aim is to inspire young people to choose a career in engineering, matching employers’ demand for skills. Careers information and resources are core to all of EngineeringUK’s programmes, which include, The Big Bang UK Young Scientists Continue reading..

Considering an engineering apprenticeship?

Engineering is responsible for making things work – and so hands-on, practical skills are the lifeblood of the industry (and its closely linked partner, manufacturing). Of course then, apprenticeships and engineering make for the perfect match: an opportunity to get to grips with a hands-on discipline, hands on. During an apprenticeship, you will combine study Continue reading..

Engineering: inventions, fashion and earning potential

The telephone, the ATM, and the hypodermic syringe. All three engineering triumphs made The Radio Times’ 50 greatest British inventions list. All very different creations, but all equally invaluable to society – and very much indicative of the UK’s thriving engineering past, to which of course many modern developments can be indebted. Engineering is a Continue reading..