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    Engineering & construction career path guide

    Considering a career in engineering? Good news: you’re in the right place. Welcome to our Engineering Career Path Guide. Whether you already have your heart set on becoming an engineer or want to learn more about potential career paths in engineering, we’ve got you covered.

    Explore careers in engineering

    If you’re curious about the different career options for engineers and other roles in the engineering sector, our Engineering Career Path Guide will answer your questions. Dive into our different articles to learn more about what engineering is, potential earnings in the sector and how to get your dream engineering job. You’ll also find specific information on engineering careers in the energy and infrastructure sector.

    Learn more about engineering careers

    Browse our advice guides below and boost your engineering knowledge. For more help shaping out a career path in engineering, get your free copy of our Engineering Career Companion.

    Energy, infrastructure and engineering sector profiles
    What is engineering?
    An in-depth look at the different types of engineering
    Discover the best graduate engineering employers in the UK
    The attributes and skills needed for engineering
    How much does an engineer earn in the UK? A guide to engineering salaries
    A guide to engineering terminology
    How to get into engineering without a BEng
    An overview of engineering graduate schemes
    What is involved in a career in infrastructure and energy?
    Jobs in the renewable energy industry
    Top companies in the energy sector
    Top infrastructure companies in the UK
    A guide to infrastructure and energy sector salaries
    Growth, new investment and jobs in the UK energy sector