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As a production engineer, you’ll focus on the technical parts of production to make the process as efficient as possible. Keep reading to learn more about a career as a production engineer, as well as what you should study at uni.
In general, your career will develop as you gain more experience in the role. You might continue to progress within a specific industry, or you might look to get experience in different areas. Both of these approaches can lead to career progression.
You might begin your career as an assistant production engineer, where you’ll offer support to senior engineers. After gaining experience in this role you might be promoted to senior positions and eventually be in charge of your own production engineering team.
With enough experience, you might decide to become self-employed and have more control over the projects you work on.
Depending on the type of organisation you work for, you might need to do industry-specific training. However, most professional development will happen on the job. As you take on more projects, you'll get more responsibilities and learn new skills.
Professional organisations you could join include the Engineering Council and the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET). These bodies offer training courses and support that can help with your professional development.
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