engineering
Officer
Regular

Engineering Officer

Lead a team of highly skilled and motivated soldiers as they maintain the Army's mechanical and electrical equipment, from rifle sights to helicopter engines.

Royal Electrical and Mechanical Engineers

Starting salary
£35,925 - £42,948
Age range
18 - 29

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Role details

Everything you need to know about the role, requirements and what you’ll gain.

Entry Requirements

Age

You can join between the ages of 18 – 29. At the time of your application you will need to be between 17 years & 9 months old and 28 years & 11 months old.

Fitness

Mid Thigh Pull 76kg
Medicine Ball Throw 3.1m
MSFT (beep test) level 7.10

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Education

72 UCAS points and 35 ALIS points at GCSE or equivalent qualifications (including minimum GCSE grade C/4 or Scottish National 5 grade C, in English Language, Maths and a Science or Foreign Language).

Graduates should ideally hold a technically focussed degree; including engineering, maths, science or computer systems. This list is not exhaustive and many others would be considered. Non-graduates must be prepared to study for an In-Service Degree in a technical subject.

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About the Role

Royal Electrical and Mechanical Engineers

The Royal Electrical and Mechanical Engineers (REME) are responsible for keeping the Army's equipment working and ready to use.

As a REME Officer you will lead highly skilled and qualified tradesmen both on operations and in barracks. They could be repairing Light Guns, recovering Challenger 2 Tanks, maintaining Apache helicopters or supporting the Special Forces. Every unit in the British Army needs REME personnel to repair, recover and maintain its vehicles and equipment. With 9 Regular Battalions, 3 Reserve Battalions and 42 Light Aid Detachments there are varied and frequent opportunities working anywhere in the world.

Key responsibilities

Lead and motivate high calibre, highly motivated soldiers
Support units by making battle-winning decisions, to keeping them moving and operating, wherever in the world they deploy
Provide technical expertise, advice and assurance to unit commanders
Develop your people to reach their potential and promote professional engineering

Training

Step 1
Once you've passed the Army Officer Selection Board, you will start your career on the 44-week Commissioning Course at the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst. This is for all officer cadets, regardless of the Corps that they’re hoping to join.

Step 2
Following a short introduction to the Corps and some time with your first unit, you will begin the Military Systems Engineering Course at MOD Lyneham in Wiltshire. This in-depth 15-week course gives you a basic understanding of REME skills and military engineering practice to allow you to command technical soldiers both on operations and in barracks.

Pay and Benefits

Qualifications You'll Earn

Your application journey

From application to training, you can expect a timeline of at least 6 months.

Timelines can vary based on individual circumstances.

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Online application

Complete your application form online. You'll need details about your education, work history, and why you want to join the Army. You'll then be sent some medical forms to complete, so that we can understand your medical history.

Real Army Life

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What's the accommodation like when you join?

How is officer training different from soldier training?

You undergo the same world‑class and rigorous training as every other Army Officer – focusing on leadership, military skills, confidence, problem solving and academic study.

Officer training focuses more on leadership, planning and decision-making. You’ll still be challenged physically, but you’ll spend more time learning how to lead others and take responsibility.

Zoe L

Adjutant General's Corps

What responsibility do officers train for at Sandhurst?

As an officer we have a duty to look after our soldiers, physically but also mentally. We sometimes have to make difficult decisions, even when they’re not easy.

You’re given responsibility early on, but it’s introduced gradually. From the start, you’re trusted to look after yourself, your kit and support your team, with clear guidance and support in place. As you grow in confidence and skills, that responsibility increases. You’re never left to manage things alone. You’re shown what to do, why it matters, and how it fits into the bigger picture.

Jen C

Adjutant General's Corps

What does officer training at Sandhurst actually develop?

Sandhurst itself was mostly about learning how to be a soldier, learning about leadership, military studies and platoon‑level tactics. It was a tough 44 weeks, but ultimately really rewarding and fun.

Officer training at Sandhurst is designed to build you into a confident leader. You’ll develop your decision-making, teamwork and resilience, alongside the skills needed to lead others in challenging situations.

Robert H

Royal Armoured Corps

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Part time opportunity

This role is also available in the Army Reserve

Serve part time as a Reserve Engineering Officer while maintaining your civilian career. Train on evenings and weekends, with opportunities for overseas deployments and adventure training.

Commitment

27 days per year minimum

Training

Evenings and weekends

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Benefits of Reserve service

Earn extra income
Gain world-class training
Develop skills
Close-knit local unit
Deployment opportunities

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Engineering Officer

Role details

Entry Requirements

About the Role

Training

Pay and Benefits

Qualifications You'll Earn

Your application journey

Online application

Real Army Life

Your accommodation

Gym & training facilities

Uniform & equipment

Ask a Soldier

What's the accommodation like when you join?

How is officer training different from soldier training?

What responsibility do officers train for at Sandhurst?

What does officer training at Sandhurst actually develop?

Your future starts here

Not ready to apply? Get in touch

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Engineer Troop Officer

Royal Signals Officer

Ground Officer

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Commitment

Training

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