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Service and Engineering Works Coordinator

Applied Power Engineering

£30000 - £40000 Per Year

Rotherham, Yorkshire

Service and Engineering Works Coordinator - The Role: The Service and Engineering Works Coordinator will assist with the day-to-day operations, including preparing quotes, mobilising engineers, and managing administrative tasks. Join Applied Power Engineering as a Service and Engineering Works Coordinator and become part of a forward-thinking team driving innovative energy solutions.

6 days ago
Electrical Design Engineer

Applied Power Engineering

Rotherham, Yorkshire

This role is primarily office based though a degree of remote working could be available with agreement with your line manager though you would be expected to spend time in the office to work with your colleagues especially during conceptual / front end design stages and for handover of design. - The design of products and services provided by the company, covering electrical drawings, panel drawings and general arrangements, along with mechanical drawings where needed, i.e for panel locations by example.

6 days ago
Senior Electrical Commissioning Engineer

Applied Power Engineering

Rotherham, Yorkshire

Senior Electrical Commissioning Engineer - You: To be successful for this role you must: - Educated to ONC / OND / HNC / HND level in one of the following engineering fields: Instrumentation, Control or Electrical or be a time served Electrician looking to change career. Senior Electrical Commissioning Engineer - Key Responsibilities: Reporting to the MD, this senior role of installation and Commissioning Engineer will involve: - Installation of new hardware to existing installations including power and control cabling.

6 days ago
Junior Electrical Commissioning Engineer

Applied Power Engineering

£30000 - £50000 Per Year

Rotherham, Yorkshire

Junior Electrical Commissioning Engineer - The Role: As a Junior Commissioning Engineer, you will work alongside an experienced Commissioning Engineer to test, configure, and commission generator sets, switchboards, and bespoke software. Junior Electrical Commissioning Engineer - You: The ideal candidate would possess the following: - Educated to ONC / OND / HNC / HND level in one of the following engineering fields: Instrumentation, Control or Electrical or be a time served Electrician looking to change career.

6 days ago
Principal Engineer - Safety Engineering (Safety Requirements)

BAE Systems

Weymouth, SW

Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts – you may also be eligible for an annual incentive.

3 days ago
Principal Engineer - Safety Engineering (Safety Requirements)

BAE Systems

Poole, SW

Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts – you may also be eligible for an annual incentive.

3 days ago
Principal Engineer - Safety Engineering (Safety Requirements)

BAE Systems

Dorchester, SW

Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts – you may also be eligible for an annual incentive.

3 days ago
Principal Engineer - Safety Engineering (Safety Requirements)

BAE Systems

Bridport, SW

Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts – you may also be eligible for an annual incentive.

3 days ago
Principal Engineer - Safety Engineering (Safety Requirements)

BAE Systems

poole, SW

Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts – you may also be eligible for an annual incentive.

2 days ago
Systems Engineer

BAE Systems

Lytham Saint Annes, NW

Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and particularly from sections of the community who are currently underrepresented within our industry, including women, ethnic minorities, people with disabilities and LGBTQ+ individuals.

5 days ago
Systems Engineer

BAE Systems

Blackpool, NW

Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and particularly from sections of the community who are currently underrepresented within our industry, including women, ethnic minorities, people with disabilities and LGBTQ+ individuals.

5 days ago
Systems Engineer

BAE Systems

Preston, NW

Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and particularly from sections of the community who are currently underrepresented within our industry, including women, ethnic minorities, people with disabilities and LGBTQ+ individuals.

5 days ago
Systems Engineer

BAE Systems

Warton, NW

Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and particularly from sections of the community who are currently underrepresented within our industry, including women, ethnic minorities, people with disabilities and LGBTQ+ individuals.

5 days ago
Systems Engineer

BAE Systems

Blackburn, NW

Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and particularly from sections of the community who are currently underrepresented within our industry, including women, ethnic minorities, people with disabilities and LGBTQ+ individuals.

5 days ago
Principal Engineer - Structural Engineering (Hull & Outfit)

BAE Systems

ulverston, NW

Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and particularly from sections of the community who are currently underrepresented within our industry, including women, ethnic minorities, people with disabilities and LGBTQ+ individuals.

6 days ago
Principal Engineer - Structural Engineering (Hull & Outfit)

BAE Systems

dalton-in-furness, NW

Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and particularly from sections of the community who are currently underrepresented within our industry, including women, ethnic minorities, people with disabilities and LGBTQ+ individuals.

6 days ago
Principal Engineer - Structural Engineering (Hull & Outfit)

BAE Systems

kirkby, NW

Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and particularly from sections of the community who are currently underrepresented within our industry, including women, ethnic minorities, people with disabilities and LGBTQ+ individuals.

6 days ago
Principal Engineer - Structural Engineering (Hull & Outfit)

BAE Systems

barrow-in-furness, NW

Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and particularly from sections of the community who are currently underrepresented within our industry, including women, ethnic minorities, people with disabilities and LGBTQ+ individuals.

6 days ago

Engineering Jobs Overview

Engineering jobs are vital in many companies that design, construct, and improve our world. This industry alone generates more than 20% of the country’s turnover. Across energy, building, product design, medical equipment, computer systems, and more, engineers plan, implement, correct, and maintain countless products and systems that allow us to operate in our everyday lives. The highest proportion of engineering enterprises in the UK are across information and communication, construction, and manufacturing.

As this is a highly specialised profession, your role as an engineer will greatly depend on the discipline in which you are trained. You could find more efficient and sustainable energy systems, improve the way CT scanners work, design buildings that stand up against natural disasters, or create computer programmes that change the way the live. Either way, you’ll likely be involved in liaising with clients, analysing data, planning, implementing, reviewing, and reporting.

Explore jobs in specific fields of engineering such as:

Education and Skills for Engineers

To work in engineering, you’ll usually need to have completed university studies in your field. Following undergraduate studies, you might also choose to continue with a postgraduate course to further specialise.

Sometimes, your studies will require you to undertake a work placement to gain real-world experience on top of your theoretical knowledge. For entry into relevant courses, you usually need to have 1-3 A levels. In some cases, you may be able to take on an apprenticeship and learn and study while on the job. Read our example engineer job description to find out more about what employers are looking for.

Skills-wise, you’ll succeed in this vocation if you show:

  • mathematical knowledge
  • analytical thinking
  • complex problem-solving
  • attention to detail
  • computer literacy

Once you begin working as an engineer, you can increase your value in the job market by applying for a professional title with the Engineering Council. Your eligibility will depend on your academic and practical qualifications as well as your professional competence. Titles include:

  • Engineering Technician (EngTech)
  • Incorporated Engineer (IEng)
  • Chartered Engineer (CEng)
  • Information and Communication Technology Technician (ICTTech)

These certifications are protected by civil law and give piece of mind to your clients and employers that you deliver a high standard of work.

Update Your Engineering CV

Take some time to make sure your CV is at its best before applying to open vacancies in engineering. As well as displaying your relevant qualifications and memberships, you’ll also want to tailor your CV to each specific job by paying attention to keywords in the job listing and demonstrating aligning successes. Use our CV tips to help you make the best possible first impression. You can also take cues from our sample mechanical engineer CV.

Don’t forget to include a compelling cover letter with your application. Here, you can provide details about what drew you to the company and what makes you a great fit. Refer to our range of cover letter advice to get started.

Interviewing for Engineering Jobs

Congratulations, you’ve been selected for an interview by an engineering firm! Your interview will likely consist of at least two stages, and you may speak with multiple interviewers. To keep nerves at bay, make sure you dedicate adequate preparation time so you feel equipped to answer any question. Practice your approach to these common engineering interview questions, including:

  • Why do you want to work for us?
  • Tell us about a time when you discovered a critical fault in a product that required emergency action.

You can also check out our general interview tips to help set yourself up for success.

How Much do Engineers Earn?

Salaries in engineering jobs depend on your field of expertise as well as your previous experience and qualifications. Spend some time researching what you stand to earn in your discipline so you know what to expect. For example, civil engineers make an average of £40,080 per year, while engineering technicians receive around £31,200 annually.

You might also benefit from bonus schemes to top up your annual salary based on your performance in the company you work for, this will be at the discretion of your employer.

Research the Companies You’re Interested In

If you already have a company in mind that you would like to call your employer, you can learn more about them on our company profiles page. You might even discover businesses you hadn’t thought of that perfectly match your values and work goals. Remember, during your job hunt it’s just as important for you to find a company that fits what you’re looking for as it is to be the right candidate for them.

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