Electrotechnical
I love the fact that there’s a new challenge every day – plus the opportunity to help the environment by implementing new energy-efficient technologies...Mary-Ann Wright, Senior Engineer
This is a diverse and exciting industry at the cutting-edge of installing, commissioning and maintaining technology in all types of building, including:
- complex projects such as shopping, sports stadiums, hospitals and new housing projects
- advanced data-cabling, data-handling systems and fibre-optic systems
- computer controlled building management systems
- renewable energy systems, like wind turbines
- control equipment for complex industrial manufacturing and processing.
The electrotechnical industry is professional, responsible and future proof. It offers a guaranteed future, a full career path from school-leaver to professional qualifications, and good pay.
From domestic work to major engineering projects - the electrotechnical world provides a variety of jobs that few others can match. As an electrotechnical worker you will have numerous choices regarding the type of work you do and the career progression route you take.
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