2. “The whole of our infrastructure,
from sewers to power supplies and
communication, everything that
wasn’t invented by God is invented
by an engineer.”
- Prince Philip speaking on BBC Radio 4,
January 2016
3.
4. We need you
• Engineers and technicians are among the most in-
demand jobs in the world
• We need to double the number of graduates and
apprentices entering the engineering industry
• 1.82 million people with engineering skills required by UK
engineering companies between 2012 and 2022
5. Design, develop, produce
Engineering’s about…
• Finding out what people need, developing an idea and seeing
how it can be made at a good price
• Developing the ‘product’ on time and running tests to make sure
it’s safe and reliable
• Producing something that makes our lives better…
whether that’s a new games console,
high-tech sports equipment or
quicker, greener and safer travel
6. You’ve got digital skills
• Increasingly engineering relies upon digital skills
• We need people with these skills to capitalise on the
advancements of technology
• Without engineers who know how to utilise technology,
we wouldn’t be able to develop driverless cars and in
broader terms, the future of transportation
• That’s why we need you, a generation more technology
driven – to lead the way and become digital disruptors.
For the advancement of technology, engineering and the
world
8. What’s in it for you?
• 86% of graduate engineers are satisfied or highly satisfied
with their job, citing good work/life balance, interesting,
challenging and something for everyone
• Plus the money isn’t bad either…
• Engineering graduates can expect to earn the second-
highest starting salary of all graduates at £27,079
• Chartered engineers earn an average of £62,386 annually
• For those who study for apprenticeships and other
vocational routes, then work as engineering technicians,
the average ‘mid career’ annual salary is £26,440 –
with those moving up to a more senior level
earning up to £33,000 annually
• The average ‘mid career’ annual salary
in the UK is approximately £26,000
9. Paths to engineering
Apprenticeships
Earn while you learn
e.g. N/SVQ3
6th Form/College
A levels (or equivalent)
BTEC Level 2&3
HNC & HND
Foundation Degree
Work
University
Bachelors (BEng)
Masters (MEng)
School
Science Maths
D&T
ICT
10. Professional qualifications
• Once in work, consider becoming professionally registered
and earn the right to use letters after your name
• Registration requires a combination of qualifications and
work experience
• Some degree courses are accredited and will give
you a head start
Learn more from the Engineering Council –
www.engc.org.uk
11. Why I recommend
engineering
• Being part of a creative process
• Designing solutions to meet customers’ needs
• Testing and improving technology
• Range of roles and responsibilities
• Working in a multidisciplinary team
• Doing something different every day
• Good salaries are achievable
12. Where to find out more
Tomorrow’s Engineers
– lots of information about engineering careers
Future Morph
– tons of information about careers in science,
technology, engineering & maths
Maths Careers
– more information about careers using maths
Physics.org
– your guide to physics on the web
National Careers Service (England only)
– general careers advice for 11-19 year olds
TES – Growing Ambitions
– new source of online careers resources
for teachers
13. How to get involved
Things you can do:
• Join a STEM/or Engineering Club
• Take up an engineering challenge
• Ask your school to organise a visit from
an engineer via STEM Ambassadors
• Visit an exhibition or museum such
as Big Bang
14. Thanks for listening
We are proud of the role we play.
Find out more on our website
www.atkinsglobal.com