Acting as arbitrator and expert witness. Making independent checks and inspections. Typical employers Engineering consultants, many of which employ a range of consultants. Others can be practices with very specific skills. Often large organisations have their own internal consultancy services.
Success can be dependent on the state of the economy.
Integrated with specialist training for professional qualifications and chartered status as required. Career development Progress is from junior engineer mainly involved in design to project engineer and consultant dependent on experience and ability. Movement to other firms can be important as is attaining chartered status. Significant additional allowances are paid for working overseas and the more senior a consultant you become. Working hours and conditions Typically includes regular extra hours but not weekends or shifts Considerable variation in hours.