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Current Engineering Jobs2007-04-15: engineering, aerospace, railways, electronics, broadcasting and telecommunications industries. Opportunities for design engineers exist in many industries including construction, construction engineering, building services, electronics. Engineering Councils website. A range of UK companies employ engineering construction technicians. technicians. The main employers are engineering, production or manufacturing companies. expertise. Materials engineers work in many industries including construction, construction engineering, building services, electronics, shipbuilding, consultancy work. Opportunities exist throughout the process, manufacturing and engineering sectors commercial production companies and performance sound service companies. the sound area.
Aerospace Engineer The UK aerospace industry employs around 300,000 people and there are good opportunities for skilled engineers in aircraft and component manufacture, research and development, and space, satellite and weapons systems. Employers include the armed forces, government departments, and aircraft manufacturers and suppliers. Opportunities are available overseas for experienced engineers in Europe and the United States. Promotion would normally be to project manager or consultant engineer. (Aerospace Engineer). (Many major airline operators also have their own maintenance divisions, employing engineering staff). Back to top
Aerospace Engineering Technician mechanics. Employers include the armed forces, government departments such as the Ministry of Defence, aircraft manufacturers and suppliers, and related bodies, for instance the CAA. Many major airline operators also have their own maintenance divisions, employing technical staff. Career progression would normally involve moving into supervisory positions. With further training and experience, higher management There are opportunities overseas working with foreign aircraft manufacturers, but also with some of the larger UK aerospace companies who have their own overseas maintenance teams. (Aerospace Engineering Technician). ( The UK aerospace industry employs around 300,000 people). Back to top
Agricultural Engineer Opportunities for engineers exist with a range of organisations, including equipment manufacturers, dealerships, government overseas development agencies and teaching institutions. development and teaching. non-governmental agencies involved in agricultural development. related engineering sectors such as manufacturing, electrical or mechanical engineering. (Agricultural Engineer). (departments, forestry companies, overseas development agencies and teaching institutions. Promotion prospects are likely to involve general project management positions, specialist technical research and development, business development and teaching). Back to top
Agricultural Engineering Technician Opportunities also exist with distributors and horticultural companies, which operate within the leisure industry. Small companies are common in the industry, and prospects for promotion within these companies are good. Typical progression routes are to senior technician, workshop manager, inspection roles, training, area and regional sales coordinator and general management. (Agricultural Engineering Technician). ( Employers vary from large multinational manufacturing companies to small machinery dealerships and service agents If working for a multinational company). Back to top
Automotive Engineer UK is also a world centre of excellence in the motorsport engineering industry. With experience, promotion to senior engineer, project management, general management and consultancy may be possible. (Automotive Engineer). ( centres of production are in the Midlands, north-west, north-east and south-east). Back to top
Broadcast Engineer This is a competitive field with many broadcast companies based in London or the south of England. (Broadcast Engineer). ( with regional TV and radio stations). Back to top
Building Services Engineer Opportunities are good at technician and engineer level. Building services engineers are employed by a range of different organisations services installations, and manufacturers of equipment such as lifts. authorities, NHS trusts and maintenance companies that specialise in servicing and maintaining building service installations. Promotion usually involves taking on positions of increased management responsibility. Opportunities also exist abroad. (Building Services Engineer). ( including design consultancy firms, major building contractors, building services contractors, architectural practices that design building). Back to top
Cad Draughtsman Vehicle and consumer goods manufacturers Progression routes include promotion to team or section leader, project manager and site manager. possibility. (Cad Draughtsman). ( engineering, aerospace, railways, electronics, broadcasting and telecommunications industries). Back to top
Chemical Engineer personal care products such as cosmetics and lotions, food and drink, drugs and medicines, textiles and materials, oil and gas, energy, Other fields include the nuclear industry, cryogenic engineering, propellants for space exploration, microchip development and production, Chemical engineers are always in demand and there are opportunities to reach senior managerial positions, often at a relatively young age. (Chemical Engineer). ( Opportunities for chemical, process and biochemical engineers exist in industries such as pulp and paper manufacture for newspapers). Back to top
Chemical Engineering Technician There are opportunities for chemical engineering technicians across a wide range of industries. Employers include the armed services, manufacturers in all industries, research and development companies, and public utilities such as water, gas and electricity. (Chemical Engineering Technician). ( chemical industry itself, include manufacturing, food, energy, marine, and medical). Back to top
Civil Engineer Opportunities are excellent for qualified engineers. Many different types of organisations employ civil engineering graduates, such as local There are also opportunities overseas with British firms of consulting or contracting engineers working for foreign governments, or with international oil and mining companies. (Civil Engineer). ( authorities, building contractors, power companies, environmental agencies and specialist consulting firms. work). Back to top
Civil Engineering Technician power and water distribution networks, transport and mining. Progression routes normally involve movement into supervisory or site management roles; or specialising in aspects of the role, such as construction design or estimating. (Civil Engineering Technician). ( academic training, technicians may be able to become fully qualified civil engineers). Back to top
Cnc Machinist openings in maintenance for industries that need to replace components regularly, such as railway companies and power stations. With further training, machinists can move into supervisory or inspection posts, or to technician posts in a design or drawing office. (Cnc Machinist). ( The main job opportunities occur in mechanical engineering, motor and aerospace industries, and in shipbuilding. recruit multiskilled operatives). Back to top
Design Engineer shipbuilding, aerospace, power generation, railways, electronics, and vehicle and consumer goods manufacture. (Design Engineer). ( Opportunities for design engineers exist in many industries including construction, construction engineering, building services, electronics). Back to top
Domestic Appliance Service Engineer projects, public utility companies and retailers all employ domestic appliance engineers. If working for a company, there may be options to progress into management, area services coordination, technical sales or training. (Domestic Appliance Service Engineer). ( Appliance manufacturers, specialised servicing companies, local authorities, recycling). Back to top
Electrical Engineer There are opportunities for qualified electrical engineers in a wide range of industries including aerospace, marine, agricultural, chemical, construction transport and energy. industries, research and development companies, IT companies, and public utilities. With relevant skills and experience, engineers can specialise in project management, research and development or consultancy. Countries covered by the accords include UK and Ireland, Australia, New Zealand, Honk Kong, South Africa, United States and Canada. (Electrical Engineer). ( recognising signatory states engineering qualifications and professional development schemes. Engineering Councils website). Back to top
Electrical Engineering Technician Employers include local and central government departments, the armed services, manufacturers in all industries, research and development companies, IT companies, and public utilities such as water, gas, and electricity. (Electrical Engineering Technician). ( aerospace, marine, agricultural, chemical, civil, manufacturing and power). Back to top
Electronics Engineer defence, IT, robotics and electronics manufacturing. Scientific, medical, educational and private research institutions also employ electronics engineers to develop and maintain systems and equipment. With relevant skills and experience, engineers can specialise in project management, research and development or consultancy. Countries covered by the accords include UK and Ireland, Australia, New Zealand, Honk Kong, South Africa, United States and Canada. (Electronics Engineer). ( recognising signatory states engineering qualifications and professional development schemes). Back to top
Engineering Craft Machinist openings in maintenance work for industries that need to replace components regularly, such as railway companies and power stations. (Engineering Craft Machinist). ( The main job opportunities occur in mechanical engineering, motor and aerospace industries, and in shipbuilding. technician roles). Back to top
Engineering Construction Craft Worker Employment opportunities are good for skilled craft workers. (Engineering Construction Craft Worker). ( technician status). Back to top
Engineering Construction Technician The UK engineering construction industry is the largest in the EU and prospects for qualified technicians are good. About half of the UK''s engineering construction industry''s work takes place overseas. Technicians can progress into site management positions or specialise in particular aspects of the job, such as engineering design, testing or procurement. (Engineering Construction Technician). ( A range of UK companies employ engineering construction technicians. technicians). Back to top
Engineering Maintenance Fitter The main employers are engineering, production or manufacturing companies experience and further training, fitters can progress to supervisory or technician roles. (Engineering Maintenance Fitter). ( East. Maintenance fitters can work for large companies on their own premises or for suppliers of equipment carrying out contract work. With). Back to top
Engineering Maintenance Technician Prospects for suitably qualified technicians are good. There is a steady demand for experienced technicians, with some opportunities to work abroad for multinational companies, particularly in EU countries, the USA, Eastern Europe and the Middle East. Opportunities may also exist in related areas such as technical sales, after-sales service or production management. (Engineering Maintenance Technician). ( The main employers are engineering, production or manufacturing companies. expertise). Back to top
Engineering Operative Most engineering and manufacturing sites are clean, tidy and well lit, especially in electronics. In finishing operations, such as heat or chemical treatment, operatives may have to cope with high temperatures or fumes. Electronics assemblers may wear cotton gloves and wrist bands to prevent a build up of static electricity. England, south-east, and central Scotland. training, progression is possible to a skilled craft-level job, and then to technician level. (Engineering Operative). ( For most operations, operatives wear protective overalls. Some jobs may need goggles, ear defenders, face masks or extra protective clothing). Back to top
Lift Engineer Prospects for qualified staff are good, as lift engineers are employed by a wide variety of organisations in the public and private sector. With experience and further training, there may be opportunities to progress to supervisory management, technical sales or engineering. (Lift Engineer). ( design roles. Skilled engineers at technician level are widely sought after in other industries, such as manufacturing and engineering). Back to top
Manufacturing Systems Engineer With professional development training, there may be opportunities to move into senior management roles, work abroad, or become. (Manufacturing Systems Engineer). ( Systems engineers work in a wide range of manufacturing industries and opportunities are good for qualified staff). Back to top
Marine Craftsman Opportunities for work on larger vessels are mainly in shipyards in Scotland, Northern Ireland and the north of England, whilst openings in boatbuilding and repair are on a smaller scale in areas all round the coast of the UK, especially in the south-west, south-east and East With experience and qualifications, craftspeople can progress to technician level. (Marine Craftsman). ( Boatbuilding, boat repair and manufacturing of marine equipment is estimated to be worth around a thousand million pounds in the UK, Anglia. equipment sales and support). Back to top
Marine Engineer offshore gas and oil installations plant and equipment manufacturers shipping companies shipbuilding and repair yards. (Marine Engineer). ( the Merchant Navy opportunities overseas for experienced marine engineers). Back to top
Marine Engineering Technician Work is available in civilian or naval shipyards, and boatyards and marinas building, servicing or repairing smaller vessels. also exist with onshore marine engineering companies sub-contracted to provide services to shipbuilders, platform construction companies and specialist suppliers of plant and equipment. For experienced technicians there are also opportunities to work on contracts overseas. Career progression would normally involve moving into supervisory positions. With further training and experience, higher management. (Marine Engineering Technician). ( Opportunities maintenance, refitting and repair services. specialist equipment sales and support). Back to top
Materials Engineer aerospace, power generation, railways, vehicle, consumer and sports goods manufacture. Opportunities for career progression normally depend upon the size of the employer. (Materials Engineer). ( Materials engineers work in many industries including construction, construction engineering, building services, electronics, shipbuilding, consultancy work). Back to top
Measurement Control Engineer With relevant skills, engineers can specialise in particular aspects of the role such as design, testing, manufacture or technical sales and marketing; and with experience, opportunities may arise in project management, research and development or consultancy. (Measurement Control Engineer). ( Opportunities exist throughout the process, manufacturing and engineering sectors). Back to top
Mechanical Engineer Mechanical engineers are employed by a wide range of organisations including local and central government departments, the armed services, manufacturers in all industries, research and development companies, IT With relevant skills and experience, engineers can specialise in a particular engineering sector, and move into roles such as project management, specialist research or consultancy. sector, eg rail transport. (Mechanical Engineer). ( Opportunities are excellent for qualified engineers. companies, and public utilities. international oil and mining companies). Back to top
Mechanical Engineering Technician There are opportunities for mechanical engineering technicians across a wide range of industries. Employers include local and central selling and customer support. Progression routes normally involve taking on supervisory and management duties. aspect of the role, for instance, CAD work. (Mechanical Engineering Technician). ( government departments, the armed services, manufacturers in all industries, research and development companies and public utilities). Back to top
Motorsport Engineer involved in the development, manufacture, supply and operation of motor racing vehicles. teaching and lecturing in motorsport engineering at college or university. The largest concentration of motorsport engineering firms is Engineers often specialise in a particular aspect of the engineering process and with experience, may progress to chief engineer, test or workshop manager, technical coordinator or technical manager. Broader race team management roles may be available to senior. (Motorsport Engineer). ( test laboratories, automotive designers, motor racing teams, race and rally schools and circuit operators. engineers). Back to top
Nuclear Engineer There are currently twelve operational nuclear power stations throughout the UK, both advanced gas-cooled reactors and pressurised As there are seven decommissioned power stations, finding safe and cost-effective solutions after shut down requires a number of engineers. An increasing number of engineers now work on a freelance basis or on short-term contracts. (Nuclear Engineer). ( water-cooled reactors. The main employers in nuclear power generation are British Nuclear Fuels and British Energy). Back to top
Sound Engineer Recording Industry Some studios may specialise in a certain type of recording, eg, classical or popular music, and Many towns throughout the country have smaller studios. Most of the work involves recording demonstration CDs and tapes for local bands, creating commercials for local radio stations and copying cassette tapes. Some also offer CD mastering services. number of clients. (Sound Engineer Recording Industry). ( employ up to 15 people including sound engineers and studio assistants. Others, with experience and investment start their own recording studios). Back to top
Sound Engineer Theatre theatre itself. Productions requiring sound engineering also include road shows, pop and classical concerts, cabaret, clubs, cruise liners, outdoor live events, fashion shows and trade presentations. Employers include large and small subsidised theatres including regional repertory theatres, touring companies, commercial theatres and be possible from sound assistant to sound engineer to chief sound engineer and, in some cases, to sound designer. (Sound Engineer Theatre). ( commercial production companies and performance sound service companies. the sound area). Back to top
Sound Technician Opportunities exist within independent production companies, television companies, theatres and radio stations. The route to promotion in large organisations would be from sound assistant, to sound technician/operator and then to sound supervisor. Those working in dubbing. (Sound Technician). ( Some sound operators work theatres, where sound is mixed together to create a final product, would progress from sound assistant to sound mixer). Back to top
Toolmaker With additional training, toolmakers can progress to technician level. (Toolmaker). ( growth of computer-controlled machining and precision casting techniques). Back to top
Turner Most openings are in general engineering, but some are in the motor, aerospace and shipbuilding industries. Some turners and millers work on the maintenance side, for example for electricity generation companies in power stations. You can progress to supervisory positions within a section or workshop. (Turner). ( CNC machines are now used for mass production of machined parts, and most employers prefer to train multi-skilled employees rather). (Permalink) Back to top
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