Engineering and manufacturing
About this sector
A career in engineering and manufacturing would suit you if you are creative, innovative and thorough.
Within this sector, you might work with vehicle design and manufacturing, structural design or even aviation.
Manufacturing involves all parts of making something, from working on machines to making furniture.
Careers in engineering and manufacturing
Within this sector, you will find a range of career opportunities from entry level, right up to senior management.
Here are some examples to show the variety and levels of roles within this sector.
Click on any of the job profiles to view information on entry routes, salary and progression opportunities, plus much more.
Marine engineer
Marine engineers design, build and repair boats, ships, submarines, offshore platforms and drilling equipment.
Salary: £24,000 to £55,000
Food packaging operative
Food packaging operatives work on production lines, putting food and drink products into containers, cans and packets.
Salary: £21,000 to £29,000
CAD technician
Computer-aided design (CAD) technicians use software to design buildings, structures, vehicles, machinery and components.
Salary: £23,000 to £40,000
Further inspiration
With such a wide variety of roles coming under the engineering and manufacturing sector, we have highlighted some job roles you may not have considered in this sector.
Nuclear engineer
Nuclear engineers design and build technology used in areas like power generation, healthcare and defence.
Salary: £28,000 to £58,000
Cycle mechanic
Cycle mechanics build, repair and service all kinds of bikes.
Salary: £21,000 to £30,000
Heat pump engineer
Heat pump engineers install and service zero carbon central heating and hot water systems in buildings.
Salary: £24,000 to £46,000
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