To boldly go where no one else but engineers will go, oh…and maybe some Geologists! The Engineering industry is a mixed bag of various sectors, from mining, to energy, to construction, to mechanics etc. It’s an industry of precision, intelligence and lateral thinking!

The Players:
BP (http://www.bp.com)
Royal Dutch/Shell Group (http://www.shell.com/)
ExxonMobil (http://www.exxonmobil.com)
Caltex (http://www.caltex.com/)
De Beers (http://www.debeersgroup.com/)
Weidlinger Associates Inc (http://www.wai.com/)
Murray & Roberts Cementation (http://www.cementation.murrob.com/)
SAB Miller (http://www.sabmiller.com/)
ENI (http://www.eni.com/)
Conoco Philips (http://www.drivesavvy.com/)
SASOL (http://www.sasol.com)

Who qualifies to work in this industry?

These companies look for engineers on a regular basis, however there are other aspects of the business that may need individuals from other specialized fields, i.e. legal, accounting etc. Oh yes and not to forget Geologists!

The Films:

Evolution: yes this is one for the Geologists… a very funny comedy! (http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0251075/ The International Movie Database)

Blood Diamond: It’s political and violent but explains the illegal trade of diamonds and specifically diamonds from conflict areas! (http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0450259/ The International Movie Database)

The Youtube.com video:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U3a4cM3Y1AA&feature=related

The Literature:

1000 Inventions And Discoveries Dk Reference Paperback
by Roger Bridgman

Ever wondered who invented the Internet or your Ipod? Published in association with the Science Museum, "1000 Inventions and Discoveries" explores the fascinating history of events that shaped the world as it is today. Relive those Eureka moments: from the discovery of fire right up to present day research into genetic engineering. A timeline runs throughout the book, putting events in context, and feature-boxes explore the more significant inventions in detail.