In 1974, the first ever genetically modified animal was created by Beatrice Mintz and Rudolf Jaenisch. Although the mouse wasn’t able to pass on the transgene (the gene which was transferred through genetic engineering) to its offspring, the experiment was a huge step forward for genetic engineering. In 1981, four more scientists managed to genetically modify a mouse again, and this time its genes were transferrable to its offspring.

Mechanical engineers are responsible for designing, analysing, and maintaining all types of mechanical systems. To do their job, they need to understand and apply the principles of physics and mathematics. In Australia, students interested in mechanical engineering as a career must complete an undergraduate degree before they can get their mechanical engineering work qualifications.

Automotive engineers tend to be highly passionate about their jobs, as most spend their free time modifying or repairing old cars. The automotive industry is moving rapidly towards a market where internal combustion engines are beginning to be actively phased out. Major cities around the world are placing deadlines on vehicles that pollute the air. Vehicles are losing their complex, noisy and often dirty mechanical hearts and being replaced with simple, silent and clean electric motors.

Engineers are, by definition, problem solvers and innovators. Whether it’s to do with transportation, buildings, medical devices or energy sources, engineers are always looking for ways to make everyday life better for their fellow human beings. With the rapid rate at which changes are taking place in the world today, we all have to keep on our toes to stay ahead of the curve, and this is especially true in the engineering world. To this end, here are 8 of the greatest challenges engineers can expect to face in the next decade.

There’s no denying that YouTube has a massive influence on how information is consumed for the modern day generation. From individuals to large corporations, many use the YouTube platform to offer opinions, education, stories and insights to grow their audiences. If you’re not already on there absorbing all that useful information, here’s a look at 6 great Youtube channels aimed to increased your engineering knowledge.

Energy is the lifeblood of modern industry. Without extraordinary amounts of it, our modern lifestyles will come crashing down in front of us. If you’re reading this article you already know this and are looking at expanding your knowledge in the field of energy engineering. Energy engineering is the field of using different technologies to extract the many forms of energy from the environment and to convert it into useable electric energy. This article lists what we believe are the 11 best Master's programs in energy engineering currently available.

Every month we list thousands of engineering jobs. This month we would like to highlight some of the best Civil Engineering jobs in the United Kingdom. Below you’ll find a range of positions at leading companies from across the country. Looking for a civil engineering job and none of these take your fancy? Check out our full civil engineering job listings here.

Civil engineering is a discipline of engineering that deals with large-scale structures and infrastructure systems. In Australia, students interested in civil engineering as a career need to obtain their undergraduate degree first. During their studies, the student will learn everything from the foundations of maths to specialised courses such as materials engineering to structural and soil engineering. Upon graduation, the student must work in a related field for four years before they qualify for their professional engineering designation in Australia.  

Every month we list thousands of engineering jobs. This month we would like to highlight some of the best Civil Engineering jobs in Canada. Below you’ll find a range of positions at leading companies from across the country. Looking for a civil engineering job and none of these take your fancy? Check out our full civil engineering job listings here.