Introduction to design engineering
An inspiring introduction to how design engineers turn ideas into real-world solutions, exploring what they do, where they work, and how to start a career in the field.
Talk: Yes | Workshop: Yes | Course: No | Audience: Sixthform, College, Undergraduate, Graduate, Professional
Design engineering is where creativity meets problem-solving — turning ideas into real products, structures, and systems that improve everyday life. In this career talk, you’ll learn what design engineers actually do, from sketching early concepts and using CAD to building prototypes and testing designs in the real world. We’ll explore the skills and subjects that support the role (including maths, physics, computing and design), the different industries you can work in (such as aerospace, automotive, civil engineering and renewable energy), and the pathways into the profession through university degrees, apprenticeships and placements. Whether you’re interested in innovation, sustainability, or building things that make a real impact, this talk will show how design engineering can be an exciting and rewarding future career.
