Work on clients sites can mean an extended work day. Work is usually with people of similar professional status. Jobs are quite widely available Larger consultancies tend to locate in major cities in the UK and overseas. Small firms are located individually across the country. Lifestyle implications Need to be client focused and commercially aware.
Some mobility is required.
Quite stressful with a need to ensure high standards of work and advice. Dress is formal with clients, casual in office, protective on site. Travel Travel within a working day is frequent Absence from home at night is frequent Overseas work or travel is frequent Gender balance Female engineers are still under-represented but are increasing in number. However a degree accredited by one of the engineering institutions at a 2.2 honours or above is often required. A pre-entry postgraduate qualification is not needed However a relevant postgraduate qualification can be an advantage.