About this industry
Engineering is all about using maths, science, and problem-solving to design and improve the machines, buildings, and technology we use every day. Engineers work in lots of areas, like construction, manufacturing, energy, transport, and more. Some types of engineering include civil, mechanical, electrical, chemical, aerospace, and software. To succeed in engineering, you need to be good at problem-solving, maths and science, and enjoy being creative. You also need to pay attention to details, work well in teams, and like getting hands-on with building and making things. Students can enter engineering through university pathways, or through VET pathways that lead into practical, hands‑on roles such as fabrication, machining, mechanical fitting, welding, and technical drawing.
Where can this take you?
Job titles in this industry
- Engineering Technician
- Locksmith
- Metal Fabricator
- Mechanical Fitter (General)
- Toolmaker
- Welder (First Class)
- Sheetmetal Worker
- Metal Casting
- Forging and Finishing Trades Worker
- Mechanical Engineering Draftsperson
Career opportunities
- Engineering Tradesperson Special Class Level II
- Engineering Technician Level V
- Advanced Engineering Tradesperson Level II
- Assistant Jewellery Designer
- Technical Engineering Technician Level V
- Jewellery Designer
- Engineering Associate – Aeronautical
- Engineering Associate – Mechanical Maintenance
- Engineering Associate – Mechatronics
VET qualifications
- MEM40119 Certificate IV in Engineering
- MEM50119 Diploma of Engineering – Advanced Trade
- MEM50322 Diploma of Jewellery and Object Design
- MEM50222 Diploma of Engineering – Technical
- MEM60222 – Advanced Diploma of Jewellery and Object Design
- MEM60122 – Advanced Diploma of Engineering
University pathway careers
University study in manufacturing and engineering can lead to employment as:
- Construction Manager
- Chemical Engineer
- Civil Engineer
- Electrical Engineer
- Mechanical Engineer
- Environmental Engineer
- Structural Engineer
Study VET while you complete the SACE
Qualifications you could earn
Start your career at school through on-the-job training in one of:
- MEA20418 Certificate II in Aeroskills
- MEA30118 Certificate III in Aircraft Surface Finishing
- MEM20105 Certificate II in Engineering
- MEM30119 Certificate III in Engineering – Production Systems
- MEM30219 Certificate III in Engineering – Mechanical Trade
- MEM30422 Certificate III in Engineering – Electronic Trade
- MEM30522 Certificate III in Engineering – Technical
- MEM30719 Certificate III in Marine Craft Construction
- MEM30819 Certificate III in Locksmithing
- MEM31322 Certificate III in Refrigeration and Air Conditioning
- MEM31419 Certificate III in Engineering – Fixed and Mobile Plant Mechanic
- MEM31519 Certificate III in Engineering – Toolmaking Trade
- MEM31719 Certificate III in Engineering – Casting and Moulding Trade
- MEM31922 Certificate III in Engineering – Fabrication Trade
Qualifications you could earn
Start VET study at school through off-the-job training in:
- MEA20418 Certificate II in Aeroskills
- MEM20422 Certificate II in Engineering Pathways (for preparation for Certificate III level)
- Advanced Aeroskills Mechanical and Avionics A
- Advanced Aeroskills Mechanical and Avionics B
- Advanced Engineering