Engineering Technician Review

currently in my role I work as a design engineer for the space imaging division of Teledyne e2v. this role means I work mainly with 3d design to produce new jigs for the production of space imaging sensors. furthermore in my role I provide support to the apprenticeship scheme, which include mentoring and coordinating new apprentices to give me experience in management. this has also given me experience with interviewing for new apprentices to help me develop towards a management position.

I have not only gained new skills within my engineering role, which has included hands on work to build and understand the processes in the space imaging division, which has helped me with the design process. but I have also developed management skills, which has mainly focused on people management and reviewing progress. this has come from the involvement with the apprenticeship scheme.

the scheme has been enjoyable. I have had a lot of exposer and experience across the company and in my division. although much of this experience comes from self drive and speaking to the apprentice manager, who offers great support and is very willing to help with development within the company. this overall has meant I do I enjoy what I have been able to get involved with while working for Teledyne e2v

within my team in space imaging I do feel a valued member. this is due to the work I have been given, which has been for some large projects that has meant the project team has relied on me to deliver the work they need. this has meant I do feel valued and can have a positive impact on the project work

my advanced scheme was very well planned out and was well organised throughout the three years I was on that program. further to this my current higher scheme support has been equally as good and has given me the opportunity to experience management and have my degree supported by the company.

the training provider for hnc level engineer has had some difficulty but this has been no fault of Teledyne who have pushed the provider to improve and has also look for better providers to ensure the deliverer of any college programme is the best it can be. for the degree we had a number of meetings before finding the best provider to help and give support as well as the best course for my role.

we have great support from the employer, especially that of the apprentice manager who is gives a lot of his time to ensuring the support we need is in place to develop and succeed within the company. furthermore the company is proud to run an apprenticeship scheme and looks to support it on a yearly basis

the saleray is a reflection of apprenticeship. although with an hnc 5 years experience and starting degree It would be possible to earn more elsewhere. the main reason for staying is the training the company offers and the development. along side this the work is interesting and its a local company which are all other factors that I consider along side pay

yes there are opportunities outside the company, such as careers events and training courses. but this is driven by you and if there is a need for the training. in most cases outside opportunities are fully supported by the company, especially in regards to supporting and promoting the apprenticeship scheme

Yes

based on my experience being a positive one and the interesting work the company can offer.

provide a good overview to you and show that you have a genuine interest not only for engineering but also for Teledyne as a company. this is where I would suggest researching what products and markets we work in but also use the apprenticeship information to find out how the scheme works and what you would be involved with. having that interest there help to stand out in a group interview process.