Engineering

Discover the key sectors you can work in with your engineering degree: we explore the main industrial areas and the engineering disciplines that are hired into them.

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What are the best graduate engineering companies to work for?

Choosing an employer

How do you decide which is the best engineering company for you to join? We reveal student engineers’ most popular employers – but ultimately your choice of workplace will depend on the industry you want to work in, the career you want to have and the life you want to lead.

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Salary guide: how much you earn in civil engineering, construction and surveying careers

Salaries

Research graduate salaries in construction industry jobs, including those in civil engineering, structural engineering, construction management, architecture, quantity surveying and building surveying.

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Which engineering employers offer summer internships or industrial placements?

Internships and placements

The majority of leading engineering companies offer work experience to student engineers. Here’s what’s on offer.

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Which engineering employers accept graduates with 2.2 degrees?

Worried you won’t achieve a 2.1? Never fear – there are numerous engineering employers who recruit engineers with 2.2s for their graduate schemes.

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What jobs can you do with an electronic engineering degree?

Careers advice and planning

Careers for electronic engineering graduates can be found in a range of industries, from automotive to utilities. Electronic engineers are also sought by IT companies.

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What jobs can you do with a mechanical engineering degree?

Careers advice and planning

Find out what kinds of work mechanical engineering graduates can carry out in which engineering industries – or how you could pursue a totally different career.

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Ace the engineering recruitment process

Stand out from the competition with our expert tips - learn how to write stellar CVs and cover letters, create killer applications, and nail interviews.

Engineering assessment centres: what to expect and tips for success

An assessment centre is usually the final step in securing an engineering graduate job or internship. Find out what tasks to expect and how to prepare.

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Engineering interview questions and how to answer

Take a look at these common engineering interview questions and our tips on how to answer them, plus what questions you could ask recruiters when the tables are turned.

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The big guide to CV writing: make our template your own

Our in-depth guide to writing and structuring your CV will take you through each section of our classic graduate CV template and explain how to use the format to showcase your strengths.

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The top nine tricky interview questions and how to answer them

Here's an overview of tough interview questions you might come up against in graduate job interviews, along with tips on how to answer them that will help you manage your nerves.

What skills do engineering employers look for?

Skills and competencies

You need to show engineering recruiters that you have the skills they’re looking for. These five competencies are at the top of engineering employer's wish lists.

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Covering letter essentials for graduate vacancies

When do you write a covering letter to go with your CV and what should you say? Use our tips to structure this part of your job application.

How do you answer job application questions?

Find out how to answer graduate job and application questions, which ask you to provide written responses about your competencies and motivation for applying.

Expert video interview tips to impress recruiters

Whether it’s a live Zoom interview or a pre-recorded video interview, our expert video interviews tips will help you secure an internship or graduate role.

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Engineering job opportunities

A full guide to engineering work experience

Work experience will impress employers and help you with your career decisions. Learn all about placements and internships, and see our top tips to get on to them.

Discover your future career with GradSims

Get a taste of what it's like to work with leading graduate employers. In these free mini-courses you'll get career insights from graduates, do real-life tasks, and get priority access to roles.

Engineering job descriptions

Take a deeper look into some of the most common engineering job roles to help you decide which would suit you best.

Automotive engineer: job description

Automotive engineers work as part of a team responsible for vehicle design, development, manufacturing and testing.

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Design engineer: job description

Design engineers create the models that form the basis of new products, buildings and infrastructure projects.

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Electrical engineer: job description

Electrical engineers design, develop and install electrical systems.

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Chemical (process) engineer: job description

Chemical engineers are responsible for the processes and machinery used to transform raw materials into usable products.

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Mechanical engineer: job description

Mechanical engineers research, design, develop, manufacture and install mechanical components and systems.

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R&D engineer: job description

Discover what a research and development engineer does, how much they earn, who they can work for and how to become one.

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Building services engineer: job description

Building services engineers advise about, design, install and maintain cost-effective and energy efficient systems for services in buildings, such as water, lighting, heating, air conditioning and lifts.

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Civil engineer: job description

Civil engineers design, plan and oversee construction projects such as railways and roads.

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Structural engineer: job description

Structural engineers design, plan and oversee the construction of new buildings and bridges, or alterations and extensions to existing properties or other structures.

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Site engineer: job description

Site engineers provide technical advice, plan, organise and supervise construction projects.

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Aerospace engineer: job description

Aerospace (aeronautical) engineers design, develop, modify and maintain planes and other flying craft, including military and civil aircraft, satellites and space vehicles, and weapons.

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Naval architect: job description

Naval architects work as part of a team responsible for designing, producing and repairing safe, sea-worthy surface or underwater vessels.

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Manufacturing engineer: job description

Manufacturing engineers maintain, manage and develop manufacturing processes.

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Get ahead: join our events

Head to our free events to network with employers that interest you, develop your skills and knowledge through interactive workshops, and get expert advice to help you secure your ideal graduate role.

Future Female Engineers

If you’re the next female engineer in line, come and join us at the next Future Female Engineers event.

The Black Excellence Programme

targetjobs has partnered with leading employers in the UK to host The Black Excellence Programme. An event for Black Heritage students to meet with some of the biggest organisations in the world who have open roles for you to apply to.

The Self-Made Programme

‘It’s not what you know, it’s who you know’ is a common saying when it comes to getting a job. And that’s all well and good for students who have the necessary contacts. But what about those who don’t?

Engineering postgraduate study: should I do it?

Many engineering employers value postgraduate qualifications, and having a masters degree is the fastest route to becoming a chartered engineer. Learn about your postgraduate options right here.

Employers in Engineering

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Our top employers

Industry leaders with a large annual graduate intake.

BAE Systems

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BAE Systems helps to protect people and national security, critical infrastructure and vital information. It’s a culture that values diversity, rewards integrity and merit, and is a place where everyone has the opportunity to fulfil their potential, no matter what their background.

Royal Air Force

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The RAF is the UK’s aerial, peacekeeping & fighting force. Made up of full-time Regulars & spare-time Reserves, the RAF enforces international law overseas while bringing aid & protection to the victims of Disaster & War. Not just the defender of UK airspace, the RAF also provides search-&-rescue for both military personnel & civilians in times of emergency.