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	Aerospace engineer Aerospace engineers design, test, build and maintain aeroplanes, spacecraft and satellites.
	Aerospace Engineer - Holly Whitehouse Meet Holly, an aerospace engineer who loves modelling forces on spacecraft, running simulations, and exploring the space industry.
	Air accident investigator Air accident investigators search for the causes of accidents and serious incidents, involving civilian aircraft.
	Air traffic controller Air traffic controllers give information and instructions to airline pilots to help them take off and land safely and on time.
	Airline pilot Airline pilots fly passengers and cargo to destinations around the world.
	Anaesthetist Anaesthetists are doctors who give anaesthetics to patients before, during and after surgery.
	Architect Architects design new buildings and the spaces around them, and restore and conserve existing buildings.
	Astronomer Astronomers study the origin and structure of the universe, including its planets, stars, galaxies and black holes.
	Audiologist Audiologists and hearing aid dispensers work with children and adults who have hearing loss, tinnitus, or problems with balance.
	Aviation Safety Investigator - Tim Atkin Meet Tim, an aviation safety investigator who loves understanding why things go wrong and turning his findings into real change.
	Building control officer Building control officers make sure existing buildings and new developments meet regulations, and are safe for the people who live and work in them.
	Building surveyor Building surveyors advise clients about the design, construction, maintenance and repair of buildings.
	Camera Operator - Ethan Lloyd Meet Ethan, a camera operator who loves the buzz of live broadcast and chasing the perfect shot at racetracks worldwide.
	Car Technician - Tayo Bashar Alao Meet Tayo, a car technician who loves working with diverse teams and building the cars that people rely on every day.
	Chemical engineer Chemical engineers develop ways to turn raw materials into everyday products.
	Civil engineer Civil engineers design and manage construction projects, such as buildings, bridges, flood defences and transport links.
	Clinical engineer Clinical engineers design, develop and maintain medical equipment used to diagnose illness and treat patients.
	Clinical scientist Clinical scientists research and develop techniques and equipment to help prevent, diagnose and treat illness.
	Computer games developer Computer game developers create video games for phones, tablets, PCs and consoles.
	Creative Music Strategist - Calum Price Meet Calum, a creative strategist at a sonic branding agency who loves shaping how brands sound and working with great teams.
	Critical care technologist Critical care technologists monitor life support and other equipment used with critically ill patients.
	Design and development engineer Design engineers improve product performance and efficiency while researching and developing new ideas and systems.
	Electrical engineer Electrical engineers design, build and maintain electrical systems, machinery and equipment in lots of different industries.
	Electronics engineer Electronics engineers design and develop systems for industry, from mobile communications to manufacturing and aerospace.
	Fire safety engineer Fire safety engineers make sure that buildings are designed to keep people, property and the environment safe from the dangers of fire.
	Fire Safety Engineer - Ryan Collins Meet Ryan, a fire safety engineer who loves tackling technical challenges and collaborating with design teams to keep people safe.
	Geologist - Andy Powell Meet Andrew, an offshore geologist who loves traveling to remote places and working with people worldwide.
	Heavy vehicle technician Heavy vehicle technicians service and repair lorries, trailers, transporters, forklifts, buses and coaches.
	Helicopter engineer Helicopter engineers service and repair helicopters.
	Helicopter Engineer - Gaily Makumbe Meet Gaily, a helicopter engineer who loves mastering complex machinery, supporting offshore crews, and making sure every flight is safe.
	Marine engineer Marine engineers build and repair boats, ships, submarines, offshore platforms and drilling equipment.
	Materials Scientist - George Langton Meet George, a material scientist who loves digging into how materials behave, solving tough problems, and working with teams worldwide.
	Mechanical Design Engineer - Robert Harvey Meet Robert, a mechanical design engineer who loves collaborating with other engineers and helping create greener vehicles.
	Medical Engineer - Enedoom Oryiman-Nezan Meet Enedoom, a medical engineer who loves troubleshooting medical devices and saving lives with technology.
	Medical physicist Medical physicists design, develop and test the scanning and imaging equipment used in the diagnosis and treatment of patients.
	Merchant Navy deck officer Merchant Navy deck officers are responsible for the safety, navigation, operation and crew of cargo and passenger ships.
	Merchant Navy engineering officer Merchant Navy engineering officers maintain the mechanical and electrical machinery and instruments on board a ship.
	Meteorologist Meteorologists collect and study data from the atmosphere and oceans to make weather forecasts and carry out research.
	Motorsport engineer Motorsport engineers design, test and build racing cars, rally cars and motorcycles.
	Motorsport Race Engineer - James Heard Meet James, a motorsport race engineer who loves the science of speed, working with drivers, and finding every edge on the racetrack.
	Nanotechnologist Nanotechnologists manipulate molecules and atoms to design and create new materials and devices.
	Naval architect Naval architects design, construct, refit and repair marine vessels and offshore structures.
	Nuclear engineer Nuclear engineers design and build technology used in areas like power generation, healthcare and defence.
	Offshore drilling worker Offshore drilling workers extract oil and gas from under the seabed, working from platforms and rigs.
	Optometrist Optometrists test vision, identify eye health problems, prescribe glasses and fit contact lenses.
	Orthoptist Orthoptists work with a team of specialists to diagnose and treat eye problems.
	Patent attorney Patent attorneys advise clients on how to apply for patents for new inventions, designs or processes.
	Physicist Physicists study the behaviour of matter and energy and form theories to explain how everything fits together.
	Physicist - Stephen Baldwin Meet Stephen, a physicist who loves blending mechanics, fluids, electronics, and AI to crack big but solvable problems.
	Product / Industrial Designer - Luke Armstrong Meet Luke, a product designer who loves making physical products, working with entrepreneurs, and bringing ideas to life through design.
	Quarry engineer Quarry engineers investigate potential sites, oversee extraction operations and restore sites at the end of their commercial life.
	RAF officer RAF officers work in a number of roles and are responsible for the welfare and discipline of personnel under their command.
	Railway signaller Railway signallers operate the signals and points on rail tracks to keep trains running safely and on time.
	Renewable energy engineer Renewable energy engineers research and develop ways to generate sustainable power from wind, solar, hydrogen and biomass resources.
	Research Pharmacist - Anna Song Meet Anna, a research pharmacist who loves working on cancer trials and educating people about oncology.
	Roadside assistance technician Roadside assistance technicians help people whose vehicles have broken down.
	Robotics engineer Robotics engineers design and build machines to do automated jobs in industries like manufacturing, aerospace and medicine.
	Royal Navy officer Royal Navy officers manage ship and submarine operations and are responsible for all personnel under their command.
	Sonographer Sonographers use ultrasound equipment to screen and diagnose medical conditions.
	Surgeon Surgeons carry out operations and medical procedures on patients.
	Train driver Train drivers operate trains on the rail network, carrying passengers and freight around the country.
	Video Director - David Smith Meet David, a video director who loves turning concepts into films, travelling the world, and working with passionate people.
	Aerospace engineering technician Aerospace engineering technicians build, test and maintain commercial and military aircraft, and satellites.
	Agricultural engineer Agricultural engineers build, service and repair agricultural, horticultural and forestry machinery and equipment.
	Animator Animators bring drawings and computer generated characters to life on screen.
	Architectural technician Architectural technicians work closely with architectural teams to create blueprints and technical plans on building projects.
	Architectural technologist Architectural technologists manage all stages of the technical design and planning process of building projects.
	Astronaut Astronauts fly spacecraft and do experiments in space.
	Astronaut - Dr Meganne Christian Meet Meganne, an astronaut who loves advancing human exploration, inspiring future scientists, and shaping our path beyond Earth.
	Automotive engineer Automotive engineers design, test and build cars, vans, lorries, buses and motorbikes.
	Blacksmith Blacksmiths work with different metals to make and repair decorative, industrial and everyday items.
	Boat builder Boat builders construct, repair and refit marine craft from small sailing boats to large sea-going vessels.
	Bricklayer Bricklayers build houses, repair walls and chimneys and refurbish decorative stonework. They also work on heritage and restoration projects.
	Broadcast engineer Broadcast engineers make sure programmes are shown at the right times, go out without issues and are of the best quality.
	Building services engineer Building services engineers design, fit and maintain the heating, lighting and power systems in offices, hospitals and shopping centres.
	Building site inspector Building site inspectors check the quality and safety of construction work.
	Chemical engineering technician Chemical engineering technicians develop processes used in the manufacturing of medicines, food, textiles and fuels.
	Chemist Chemists investigate the chemical make up of substances and work out how they behave under different conditions.
	Civil engineering technician Civil engineering technicians give technical support to engineers on construction projects.
	Climate scientist Climate scientists study changes in the Earth's climate over time and how they might affect the planet in the future.
	Construction plant mechanic Construction plant mechanics service and repair heavy plant machinery like diggers, forklift trucks and cranes.
	Construction plant operator Construction plant operators use excavators, dumper trucks, bulldozers and other heavy machinery on building sites.
	Crane driver Crane drivers operate lifting machinery at construction sites, quarries, mines, ports and warehouses.
	Demolition operative Demolition operatives clear sites ready for use. They dismantle buildings and structures, remove hazardous waste and salvage reusable materials.
	Director of photography Directors of photography (DoPs) work with lighting and camera crews on TV and film productions to create footage with the right look and feel.
	Dispensing optician Dispensing opticians give advice on vision care, and supply glasses and contact lenses to suit their customers needs.
	Diver Divers work underwater at sea, or in rivers, lakes, canals and reservoirs.
	Drone pilot Drone pilots remotely operate aircraft used in work like surveying, filmmaking and aerial photography.
	Electrical engineering technician Electrical engineering technicians install, repair and maintain electrical equipment, systems and controls.
	Electrician Electricians install power, lighting and renewable technologies in buildings. They also inspect and repair electrical control systems and machinery.
	Electricity distribution worker Electricity distribution workers maintain and repair the power lines and cables that connect homes and businesses to the national grid.
	Farrier Farriers make and fit horseshoes and care for horses' hooves.
	Firefighter Firefighters respond to emergency call outs, search and rescue incidents and road traffic accidents. They also give advice on fire safety.
	Formworker Formworkers build temporary wood or metal frameworks that support structures during construction stages.
	Gas service technician Gas service technicians install, service and repair gas appliances and heating systems.
	Geoscientist Geoscientists study the Earth's structure and formation above and below ground to explore natural processes and mineral resources.
	Glassmaker Craft glassmakers design, make and decorate glass objects from windows, mirrors and tableware to one-off decorative pieces.
	Heat pump engineer Heat pump engineers install and service zero carbon central heating and hot water systems in buildings.
	Helicopter pilot Helicopter pilots fly single- and multi-engined helicopters for business, leisure or emergency services.
	Helicopter Pilot - Henrietta Davies Meet Henrietta, an air ambulance pilot who loves the challenge of flying and helping to save lives every day.