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Mechanical engineer
Mechanical engineers design machines, heating systems and manufacturing processes. Study maths and physics at A-level, take an accredited mechanical engineering degree or apprenticeship, then join grad schemes in automotive, energy or aerospace. Salaries follow the Prospects mechanical engineer profile.
Stages
- 1
GCSE choices
Maths, English and science.
- 2
A-level or equivalent
Maths and physics required for most courses.
- 3
University or degree apprenticeship
Mechanical engineering MEng or BEng, or degree apprenticeship.
- 4
Work experience
DT projects, robotics clubs, or work experience in a workshop.
- 5
Internships and insight
Engineering internships in manufacturing or energy.
- 6
Graduate schemes
Graduate mechanical engineer programmes.
- 7
First role
Junior design or maintenance engineer.
Entry requirements
Accredited engineering degree or apprenticeship pathway to IMechE membership.
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Questions
Aerospace or automotive?
Same degree often covers both. Pick internships aligned to the sector you want.
Where do entry requirements come from?
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Does Navigait list every vacancy for this path?
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