Industrial Engineer

Industrial Engineer

As an Industrial Engineer, or Design and Development Engineer, you will work to improve the production process and optimise performance and efficiency. Your primary duties will include conducting industry research, analysing research data and designing new systems of operation.

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Average Salary

£32,000 - £46,000

Work Location

On-site/Workshop

What does this role involve?

Typical duties include:

  • Designing and improving production processes
  • Managing resources such as machines and materials
  • Developing safety procedures to ensure workers are safe
  • Collecting and analysing data to make improvements to the production process

Skills

  • Analytical thinking
  • Attention to detail
  • Interest in science
  • Maths skills
  • Problem-solving
  • Project management

Qualifications

  • STEM subjects at GCSE grades A*-C
  • A-Levels in relevant subjects
  • Engineering or relevant Bachelor’s degree
  • Level 4 NVQ or equivalent T Level in Engineering or related subject
  • Level 6 Diploma or equivalent Degree Apprenticeship in Engineering or related subject
  • Relevant engineering-specific health and safety qualifications

Example Qualifications

  • Level 6 Award
  • Level 6 Certificate
  • Level 6 Diploma
  • Degree Apprenticeship
  • Level 4 NVQ

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