Events Calendar
March 2026
Celebrating Scottish Apprenticeship Week 2026
Expired
5th March 2026 | 09.00-11.00 | Scottish Engineering office, Glasgow
We are delighted to be supporting Scottish Apprenticeship Week again this year and we’re holding a networking event on 5th March to celebrate. The theme for Scottish Apprenticeship Week this year is Working for Scotland. The goal of the campaign is to demonstrate how Scottish Apprenticeships are critical to help grow and expand the nation’s workforce, giving people skills to thrive. The week will show that apprenticeships are made for business, people and Scotland’s economy, after all apprenticeships are created in partnership with employers, for employers, making skilled individuals that benefit their businesses.
Join us for the chance to network with industry peers, hear from our incredible speakers and celebrate the next generation of our sector.
Register interest.
Confirmed Speakers

Nairn Moffat – 2025 Graduate Apprentice of The Year and Design Engineer at Torishima
Nairn left school in 2021 and began his career as a Graduate Apprentice with Torishima while studying an Honours degree in Engineering (Design & Manufacture). During his apprenticeship, Nairn gained extensive hands-on experience working on projects across the UK and internationally, contributing to pump design and complex engineering projects across a range of industries, including applications within the water, energy, and oil and gas sectors. He graduated with a first class honours degree in November 2025 and was awarded Scottish Engineering Graduate Apprentice of the Year 2025. He is now a Design Engineer at Torishima, continuing to develop his career in engineering.

Katie Wallace – 2025 Modern Apprentice of The Year and CNC machining apprentice at Hydrasun
Katie Wallace is a CNC machining apprentice at Hydrasun and the proud winner of Scottish Modern Apprentice of the Year 2026. She began her CNC journey learning on basic machines and can now independently run multiple advanced CNC machines. She has developed strong skills in CNC turning and precision engineering. She is passionate about continuous learning and pushing herself beyond her comfort zone. Katie enjoys sharing her experiences to inspire others, particularly young women, to consider a career in engineering.

Angus MacInnes – 2025 Runner Up Graduate Apprentice of The Year and Apprentice Mechanical Engineer at Thales
Angus MacInnes is a Mechanical Engineering Graduate Apprentice at Thales UK, currently in his fourth year of BEng Engineering: Design and Manufacture Graduate Apprentice course at the University of Strathclyde. In 2025, Angus was awarded runner-up in the Scottish Engineering Graduate Apprentice of the Year Award. He has worked on a variety of precision optical and laser systems, working on the design, development and verification of mechanical parts and systems used in cutting-edge technology. His commitment to engineering also earned him the Thales OME “Barr and Stroud Rising Start Award” at their annual award ceremony.
Brodie Engineering Member Networking and Best Practice Meeting
Location
- Brodie Engineering
- Brodie Engineering Caledonia Works West Langlands Street Kilmarnock KA1 2PY
Brodie Engineering
Tuesday 10 March 2026
Join us on Tuesday 10 March 10am – 1pm, for an opportunity to share common challenges, better understand how fellow member companies are continuously improving their business and hear more about Brodie Engineering, a leading rolling stock engineering business.
Founded in 1996, Brodie Engineering undertakes overhaul, design and engineering work for the rail industry out of its two depots in Kilmarnock, Bonnyton Works and Caledonia Works. It offers a comprehensive range of refurbishment, maintenance, overhaul and repair services to the rail sector. With expertise ranging from passenger trains to specialist infrastructure vehicles; from bespoke new equipment to obsolescence management on heritage trains.
At the event attendees will experience an exclusive behind-the-scenes visit at Brodie Engineering’s Caledonia Works site, beginning with a warm welcome from Managing Director, Gerry Hilferty and introductions to key members of its talented team. Guests will gain insight into what Brodie Engineering does and how it does it, including hearing directly from its younger engineers about site operations and projects. The tour will highlight the organisation’s strong commitment to social value – showcasing how it contributes to the local economy — as well as its proud support of the Armed Forces Covenant, including a look at its recent on-site Armistice ceremony. Visitors will then enjoy a guided tour of Caledonia Works, featuring an engaging design demonstration and a sneak peek at live projects, before concluding with lunch and an informal discussion with the team.
March Breakfast Briefing 2026
Changes to Employment Law coming into force this April
Wednesday 11th March 2026
Join us on Wednesday 11th March for the latest instalment of our breakfast briefing series.
In our latest instalment, Our solicitor, Amie Trainor, will discuss changes to employment law coming into force in April 2026. This includes provisions of the Employment Rights Act 2025 such as updates to the statutory sick pay regime and parental/paternity leave. Amie will discuss the changes and what this means for employers in practice. As always, there will be time at the end of the session to ask questions directly.
Scottish Engineering Leadership Forum 2026
Location
- FiFab
- 29 Rutherford Rd, Glenrothes, KY6 2RT
Category
We are delighted to announce that places are now available for the January – March instalment of our Scottish Engineering Leadership Forum (SELF) programme, now into its ninth cohort, this time taking place at the Fife Fabrications office in Glenrothes. The SELF programme encompasses six face-to-face facilitated workshops, covering the range of leadership skills, and with a focus on your development as a leader. Feedback from our previous sessions has been fantastic.
Specifically designed for and targeted at the Engineering and Manufacturing sector in Scotland, SELF provides face-to-face learning with structured modules, development goals and time and space to implement the learning between sessions. This programme is also a fantastic opportunity to build and develop a network across our membership, connecting participants to Scottish industry.
The structured modules will enable Managers and prospective Leaders to make the step from day-to-day management, to developing their skills across both tactical management and strategy. The modules will enable you to get the best from your people through an in-depth examination of performance management, delegation, coaching and how to help their teams develop and grow. It will also develop your personal skills – making you a better communicator, improving your presentation skills for maximum effect, and improving your ability to influence others.
Above all, these sessions will enable you to understand yourself better, understand the leadership role and give you the tools and support to enable you to continue to grow as a manager, and as a leader.
Watch the video below to meet our Trainer, Gordon Robb, and let him introduce himself and the SELF programme to you – he explains it the best!
SELF is suitable for:
- Middle to Senior Managers
- Junior or First Level Managers or Supervisors with potential to develop
- Those whose roles are widening or changing and will require leadership skills
- Graduates, Graduate Trainees and Graduate Apprentices
- Any other staff who would benefit from developing their leadership skills
Cost
Members – £1200 + VAT
Non-members – £1350 + VAT
Sessions will run 0930-1630 and will include lunch.
To book your place on this course, please contact [email protected]
Trainer
Gordon Robb
Thanks to our partnership with Gordon, we can offer these six sessions and masterclasses. Gordon is a hugely experienced trainer, facilitator and coach with international experience. He will help develop your skills and competence to make you and your company better.
To book your place, contact [email protected]
Edinburgh Napier University Member Networking and Best Practice Meeting
Location
- Edinburgh Napier University
- Merchiston Campus, 10 Colinton Road, Edinburgh EH10 5DT
Edinburgh Napier University
Tuesday 17 March 2026
Join us on Tuesday 17 March 10am – 1pm, for an opportunity to share common challenges, better understand how fellow member companies are continuously improving their business. Hosted by Edinburgh Napier University’s School of Computing, Engineering and the Built Environment, this session will showcase Engineering Innovation in Action, offering insight into how academia and industry can work together to accelerate progress and deliver real-world impact.
Event Overview
Discover how Edinburgh Napier’s Engineering and Mathematics subject group is advancing innovation across energy, advanced manufacturing, automation, and robotics. Their industry-focused programmes combine practical engineering expertise, advanced computing capability, and creative design thinking—equipping graduates with the skills to solve complex engineering challenges.
The event will also highlight their Energy and Environmental Engineering provision, including developments in renewable energy systems, sustainable materials, and low- and zero-carbon building services design. Attendees will learn more about opportunities for collaboration through Continuing Professional Development (CPD), MSc study, and Knowledge Transfer Partnerships (KTPs).
Guests will have the opportunity to experience their state-of-the-art facilities, including robotics and automated manufacturing systems, advanced materials characterisation laboratories, and modern CNC machining centres.
Scottish Engineering Leadership Forum 2026
Location
- FiFab
- 29 Rutherford Rd, Glenrothes, KY6 2RT
Category
We are delighted to announce that places are now available for the January – March instalment of our Scottish Engineering Leadership Forum (SELF) programme, now into its ninth cohort, this time taking place at the Fife Fabrications office in Glenrothes. The SELF programme encompasses six face-to-face facilitated workshops, covering the range of leadership skills, and with a focus on your development as a leader. Feedback from our previous sessions has been fantastic.
Specifically designed for and targeted at the Engineering and Manufacturing sector in Scotland, SELF provides face-to-face learning with structured modules, development goals and time and space to implement the learning between sessions. This programme is also a fantastic opportunity to build and develop a network across our membership, connecting participants to Scottish industry.
The structured modules will enable Managers and prospective Leaders to make the step from day-to-day management, to developing their skills across both tactical management and strategy. The modules will enable you to get the best from your people through an in-depth examination of performance management, delegation, coaching and how to help their teams develop and grow. It will also develop your personal skills – making you a better communicator, improving your presentation skills for maximum effect, and improving your ability to influence others.
Above all, these sessions will enable you to understand yourself better, understand the leadership role and give you the tools and support to enable you to continue to grow as a manager, and as a leader.
Watch the video below to meet our Trainer, Gordon Robb, and let him introduce himself and the SELF programme to you – he explains it the best!
SELF is suitable for:
- Middle to Senior Managers
- Junior or First Level Managers or Supervisors with potential to develop
- Those whose roles are widening or changing and will require leadership skills
- Graduates, Graduate Trainees and Graduate Apprentices
- Any other staff who would benefit from developing their leadership skills
Cost
Members – £1200 + VAT
Non-members – £1350 + VAT
Sessions will run 0930-1630 and will include lunch.
To book your place on this course, please contact [email protected]
Trainer
Gordon Robb
Thanks to our partnership with Gordon, we can offer these six sessions and masterclasses. Gordon is a hugely experienced trainer, facilitator and coach with international experience. He will help develop your skills and competence to make you and your company better.
To book your place, contact [email protected]
May 2026
Scottish Engineering Awards Dinner 2026
Location
- Hilton Glasgow
- Hilton Glasgow, 1 William St, Glasgow, G3 8HT
Category
We are delighted to announce that tickets for the Scottish Engineering Awards Dinner 2026, to be held on the 14th May, are now available to purchase!
Our annual awards aim to recognise both inspiring individuals and exceptional organisations, who are the epitome of Scottish excellence.
If you wish to purchase a ticket, or sponsor the event, please contact Marie McCormack.
2026 Tickets – drinks reception, three course meal and table wine included
- Standard Rate – £140 + VAT
Cancellation policy: Please be advised that from the 16th April (28 days prior to the event), a 100% cancellation fee will apply.
Dress Code: Black Tie
Time: 18:30 for 19:15 (until 23:00)
Seating: Tables of 10/12 can be reserved
Smaller numbers are also welcome
Sponsorship Packages 2025 –
- Gold Sponsor – £2350 + VAT – 10 tickets
- Silver Sponsor – £1200 + VAT – 5 tickets
- Bronze Sponsor – £600 + VAT – 2 tickets
Our Guest Speaker
Prof. Juergen Maier CBE, FRS, FREng, FIET, FCGI – Industrialist, Chair of Great British Energy, Co-founder of vocL and former Chief Executive of Siemens UK
Juergen Maier served as the former Chief Executive of Siemens UK. Over his 33 year career with Siemens, he held several senior roles in the UK and Germany. During Juergen’s leadership, the company played a pivotal role in UK’s decarbonisation of the electricity system.
Juergen takes a strong leadership role for UK’s industrial, infrastructure and manufacturing community. He served on the Board of the Department of Business, Innovation and Skills from 2014 to 2016 and his work has supported several previous government Industrial Strategy initiatives.
He believes that businesses should play an active role in society and community matters. To further this mission, he co-founded the social enterprise vocL.
In July 2024, Juergen was appointed as Start Up Chair of Great British Energy to drive forward this new, operationally independent company.
A special thanks to this year’s sponsors



