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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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Northern Home Counties apprentice/graduate video
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Using a Full Size Weighbridge
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84 Organisations in this industry

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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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Multi-skilled Maintenance Technician - Boortmalt
Closing Date:
30th January 2026
Salary:
Competitive
Location:
Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk
Employer description Boortmalt is a world leading malting company with a 3.1 million tonnes production capacity.Boortmalt’s expertise is widely acknowledged by brewers, distillers, and food industries, who rely on the supply of top-quality barley malts. Main d...
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Maintenance Technician - MRC Laboratory of Molecular Biology
Closing Date:
24th December 2025
Salary:
£32,367 - £36,399 per annum
Location:
Cambridge, Cambs
Employer description Launched in April 2018, UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) is a non-departmental public body sponsored by the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology (DSIT). Main description As a member of the Estates and Facilities team at the M...
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Paintshop Operative Apprentice - Lawrence David
Applications for this role are now closed
Closing Date:
19th December 2025
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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Engineering Operative Apprentice - Lawrence David
Applications for this role are now closed
Closing Date:
19th December 2025
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....
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