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Careers in Engineering
What type of Engineer do you want to be? You've made that all important decision to go into Engineering, but with so many roles to choose from how do you know which one is for you? Here are some descriptions on a variety of jobs within Engineering to help you take the next step.
Engineering job descriptions
As an aerospace engineer, you'll work on the development of aircraft and related technology.
As an automotive engineer, you could work on any stage of the motor manufacturing process
As a CAD or computer aided design technician, you'll use software to create design plans for buildings and machinery.
As a civil engineer, you will plan, design and manage construction projects.
As a defence engineer, you will be responsible for the design, construction and repair of military vehicles and equipment.
As a design engineer, you'll research and develop ideas for new products and production systems.
As an electrical or electronics engineer, you'll design, build and maintain electrical control systems, machinery and equipment.
At the moment, there's a demand for qualified technicians all over the country.
A mechanical engineer will design, build, install and service mechanical machinery, components and tools for a variety of industries.
As an oil or gas network engineer, you will install and maintain the pipelines that supply homes and businesses.
As a print/packaging technologist, you'll work with manufacturers to come up with new packaging ideas for various products from food and drink to pharmaceuticals and cosmetics.
Your workplace would depend on your job but could be a combination of lab, office and processing plant.
As a project engineer, you will assist project management in carrying out all kinds of projects.
As a project manager in engineering, you'll plan and manage projects, making sure they are completed on time and within budget.
As a rail engineering technician, you'll build and service the mechanical and electrical systems on train engines and rolling stock.
As a structural or stress engineer, your job is to design the framework that holds a building or structure together.
As a transport or traffic planner, you will help manage the growth of road, rail and air transport.
