SECTOR SPOTLIGHT ON ENGINEERING
How to Become an Engineer
To become an engineer you ’ ll need a special skill set . Employers look out for determined , hard-working individuals , who enjoy problem solving and hands-on tasks . Check out the different areas of engineering below :
Graduate Mechanical Engineering Jobs
Mechanical engineers are responsible for creating effective solutions for the development of products and processes . You ’ ll be involved with various stages of the development process , from research to product design and manufacturing , right through to the implementation and final testing stages . It ’ s an exciting field to be a part of !
Employers typically look for candidates with a degree in a relevant discipline such as :
• Aeronautical engineering
• Agricultural engineering
• Computer-aided engineering
• Engineering science
• Manufacturing engineering
• Mechanical engineering
• Nuclear engineering
The Institute of Mechanical Engineers offers practical support for those looking to start and develop a career in mechanical engineering so make sure to check them out !
Graduate Civil Engineering Jobs Interested in a career as a civil engineer ? Civil engineers are responsible for improving the environment that we live in . From planning , designing and overseeing construction to the maintenance of infrastructure , such as bridges , roads , power plants , sewerage and the construction / repairs of buildings .
Typically , as a civil engineer you will be working in one the following areas :
Consulting engineer - Responsible for the design work of projects and typically work within an office .
Contracting engineer - Usually work on site and follow the designs from the consulting engineer to implement this throughout the construction .
Employers typically look for degrees which are accredited by the Institute of Civil Engineers . Useful degrees in this area includes :
• Structural engineering
• Environmental engineering
• Coastal engineering
• Civil engineering
Graduate Chemical Engineering Jobs Chemical engineers will need to use the latest cutting edge technology and methods to transform raw materials , such as oil , into products for example packaging . This role will see you working in various stages of the production process , from testing to making improvements and systems , based on your evaluations . You could work within a range of industries such as :
• Food and drink
• Textiles
• Pharmaceuticals
Some degrees will be accredited by the Institution of Chemical Engineers ( IChemE ), which mean you ’ ll gain chartered status but other relevant qualifications include :
• Applied chemistry
• Chemical engineering
• Biochemical / process engineering
• Biomedical engineering
• Chemistry
• Environmental engineering
• Nuclear engineering
Graduate Aerospace Engineering Jobs
Careers in aerospace engineering span across civilian and military aircraft , missiles , space vehicles and weapons . You ’ ll be responsible for the development and maintenance of aircrafts ensuring that you put your technical knowledge into practice ensuring that costs and risks are reduced but flight safety is increased . From optimising fuel efficiency to