A Career in Engineering

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A CAREER IN ENGINEERING

• is it for you?

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Did you know? Globally, engineering positions
are the second hardest vacancies to fill.

• According to the ManPower Group Talent Shortage
  Survey 2012, engineering jobs are some of the
  hardest to fill in the world. Engineering jobs
  came second only to Skilled Trades Worker roles,
  narrowly beating Sales Representative positions
  into third.
• Source ManPower Group Talent Shortage Survey
  2012 p.7 http//goo.gl/QrBAC

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How do you know if engineering is right for you?

• If the answer to these questions are yes,
  engineering could be right for you.
• Do I enjoy solving complex technical problems?
• Am I good at maths and science, especially
  mechanics and physics?
• Do these words describe me and my skills?

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Which engineering sector is right for you?

• So youve decided engineering is the right career
  choice for you, but which sector best suits your
  skills and interest?
• Take the CareerPlanner.com
• Career Test
• to find out.

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What qualifications are needed for engineering
jobs?
Qualifications for careers in engineering vary
depending on the sector you select, but the
following are the basic requirements for most
engineering jobs
Graduate Route Non-Graduate Route
GCSEs (generally A- C) A-Levels (incl. Maths and Physics) Undergraduate Degree in IT Design Physics Mechanics Applied Technology Engineering (various disciplines) Apprenticeship schemes Requires 5 GCSEs Scheme includes study towards engineering diploma and progression to Operator Higher apprenticeship Requires A-Levels in relevant subjects Apprenticeship leads to HND or Foundation Degree, leading to incorporated Engineer roles.
Membership of The Institution of Civil Engineers, Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE), or Institute of Electrical Engineers (ICE). Professional Qualifications CEng., IEng. EngTech. Membership of The Institution of Civil Engineers, Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE), or Institute of Electrical Engineers (ICE). Professional Qualifications CEng., IEng. EngTech.

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How much can I earn as an engineer?

• Data source http//goo.gl/xJIOZ

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How to get a job in engineering

• Search and apply for the latest engineering jobs
  when you visit
• www.TopEngineeringJobs.com