Design Engineer Apprentice Review

Design Engineer Apprentice Daily tasks include completing CAD design for railway signalling along with accompanying paperwork. Working in a project team to meet deadlines - currently working on the Angerstein Signalling Renewals project. Interact heavily within the team for problem solving and queries, occasionally interact with testing/installation staff for queries.

BTEC Level 3 in operations and maintenance, NVQ level 2 in practical engineering, Basic and Intermediate Signalling Training, CAD training. Learning to work in a team and about the technology used in railway signalling.

I enjoy the work and find it an interesting challenge. The team and company culture is positive and welcoming. It is a lot less intimidating than expected.

Within my project team I feel well appreciated as I am given the same work as a qualified designer, just under mentorship, and it is recognized when I do work on time etc.

I would say the apprenticeship is well structured and supported. The studying is completed on a specific day per week. The programme is well organised with clear targets to hit for training and qualifications. I have a designated mentor to assist me with my work.

The opportunity for support appears available but I haven't required much assistance.

A good amount. I have regular reviews with the apprentice manager, and access to support from management if required. I have not yet found a need to contact HR about anything.

As I live with my parents and live fairly close it meets my costs fine.

Yes. Many volunteering opportunities are advertised, along with internal activities such as a coffee roulette program.

Yes

It is a good working environment and a well structured program.

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