Not the norm until middle age, unless one has special knowledge not held by majority. Training Training depends on the requirements of the professional organisation eg IMechE or MICE but may last up to 3 years. Acquisition of management skills is important. Career development May need to move to another employer or develop specific expertise. Could move up to management or concentrate on technical excellence.
Mobility improves prospects.
Chartered status is helpful. The salary data was collected in Aug 99 Larger companies tend to pay salaries at the upper end of the range. Working hours and conditions Typically includes regular unsocial hours Office based site work common. Irregular or extra hours are required, often unpaid. Most likely to be team based but you must be able to take on great individual responsibility.