Engineering and manufacturing is one of the UK's broadest sectors. Almost 5.7 million people work in engineering in the UK, accounting for just over 19% of all UK employment.
While some engineering-related industries, such as mining and quarrying, are in decline, others are actively seeking new recruits.
Branches of engineering include:
- Aerospace
- HS2
- Automotive
- Construction
- Electronics
- Infrastructure
- Rail