Since 1987, The Scottish Council for Development and Industry has pioneered the development of over 270 Young Engineers Clubs throughout Scotland, hosted by schools and further education colleges, involving almost 3,500 girls and boys in Primary and Secondary schools.

The aim of the Clubs is to involve young people in the challenges and fun of science, engineering and technology by encouraging them to exercise their creative and innovative skills supported by appropriate local companies. In this way, young engineers develop their skills in problem-solving through working as a team.

The Clubs stimulate an interest in science, engineering and technology, and demonstrate the relevance of much of the school curriculum in the development of Technologists in all disciplines.