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On targetjobs you'll find graduate careers advice on a huge range of topics – and we're adding more all the time. Compare career options with information on what to expect from working life in different sectors, then learn how you can develop your skills, gain work experience and succeed in applications and interviews. If you're not sure what you'd like to do, don't panic: we're here to help you take those first steps into making career decisions. We also have articles on how to make the most of uni life, organise your job hunt, juggle job offers and more. Whether you're in your first year of university or have already graduated, our career advice for students and graduates will set you on the right path.
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Mechanical engineer: job description

Job descriptions and industry overviews

Mechanical engineers research, design, develop, manufacture and install mechanical components and systems.

Engineering
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Materials engineer: job description

Job descriptions and industry overviews

Materials engineers use their expertise to design, process and apply different materials effectively.

Engineering
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Manufacturing engineer: job description

Job descriptions and industry overviews

Manufacturing engineers maintain, manage and develop manufacturing processes.

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Maintenance engineer: job description

Job descriptions and industry overviews

Maintenance engineers undertake scheduled and breakdown maintenance of engineering equipment.

Engineering
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Land-based engineer: job description

Job descriptions and industry overviews

Land-based engineers generate solutions to engineering problems within the fields of forestry, horticulture, agriculture, food processing and the environment.

Engineering
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Design engineer: job description

Job descriptions and industry overviews

Design engineers create the models that form the basis of new products, buildings and infrastructure projects.

Engineering
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Communications engineer: job description

Job descriptions and industry overviews

Communications engineers (also known as communications systems engineers) research, design and develop communications equipment and systems.

Engineering
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What are the best paying jobs for graduates?

Careers advice and planning

Find out the UK’s average graduate salary, the highest paying graduate jobs and how your degree discipline could affect your earning potential.

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Commissioning engineer: job description

Job descriptions and industry overviews

Commissioning engineers work at a client's site, where they are responsible for commissioning and overseeing the installation and maintenance of systems, plants and equipment.

Engineering
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Chemical (process) engineer: job description

Job descriptions and industry overviews

Chemical engineers are responsible for the processes and machinery used to transform raw materials into usable products.

Engineering
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Building services engineer: job description

Job descriptions and industry overviews

Building services engineers advise about, design, install and maintain cost-effective and energy efficient systems for services in buildings, such as water, lighting, heating, air conditioning and lifts.

Property, construction & QS+7
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Biomedical engineer: job description

Job descriptions and industry overviews

Biomedical engineers design and develop medical devices such as artificial limbs and cochlear implants.

Engineering
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