Mechanical engineers design power-producing machines, such as electric generators, internal combustion engines, and steam and gas turbines, as well as power-using machines, such as refrigeration and air-conditioning systems. Mechanical engineers design other machines inside buildings, such as elevators and escalators. On a day to day basis their role may include carrying out surveys of mechanical systems and equipment, support the contract team when bidding for new work and much more.  

The main routes to get into this role are :

• A university course- there are many different degrees you could undertake in many different areas. 

• An apprenticeship-  there are many relevant degree apprenticeships that can support you in becoming a mechanical engineer. 

You will usually need 2-3 a levels including maths and physics to be considered for this degree. You could undertake a degree in various fields to support a career in mechanical engineer. These could include:

• aeronautical engineering

• agricultural engineering

• computer-aided engineering

• engineering science

• manufacturing engineering

• mechanical engineering

• nuclear engineering.

Masters are available in subjects such as:

• computer-aided engineering

• design engineering

• manufacturing engineering

• mechanical engineering

• medical engineering.

For more information on accredited courses :

https://www.engc.org.uk/education-skills/course-search/accredited-course-search/

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There are some companies who offer degree apprenticeships in mechanical engineering which will support you gaining a degree whilst undertaking direct work experience in this field.  Some of these degree apprenticeships include:

• Manufacturing Engineer Level 6 Degree Apprenticeship

• Electro-Mechanical Engineer Level 6 Apprenticeship - leading to a professional qualification

This is dependent on the company and area, you will also usually need to go through an interview process when applying for a degree apprenticeship in mechanical engineering. 

Apprenticeship Finders

https://careerfinder.ucas.com/searchjobs/?Keywords=civil%20engineering

https://www.gov.uk/apply-apprenticeship

Interview Help 

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