design engineering degree apprentice Review

by Siemens Healthineers

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

8.8/10

1. Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:

Using CAD software (siemens NX) and other advanced manufacturing technologies in order to help design and create engineering drawings for new or existing components of MRI scanners.

9/10

2. Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?

With the extensive support and close supervision I have already progressed from never having used CAD at the start of the apprenticeship to being relatively competent on some software's and after a short period of time. Being involved in site trips and projects strait away developed my business function understanding.

10/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

Its the perfect level of challenging for me as there is support if requested.

9/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

the structure could have been communicated more clearly from the beginning however it is quite complicated with different elements interacting so it is difficult.

7/10

5. How much support do you receive from your employer?

Siemens Healthineers has exceeded my expectations. Talking with other degree apprentices its clear the support and set up provided by siemens is superior to other companies. My manager has a busy itinerary but makes time to respond to emails and calls to ensure I'm thriving in the role

10/10

6. How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?

There is support if requested, some lecturers are better than others but overall i think the small group sizes and teaching is good and potentially better than standard university to get individual help.

7/10

7. How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?

I believe by the end of my training i will be confident and competent in my role. Although everything is not completely specific to my job at siemens healthineers, I think it's a benefit to have some surrounding engineering knowledge.

9/10

8. Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)

there are events such as charity sky dives and bake sales as well as prize draws, board game lunchtimes and volunteering days that i am yet to be involved in but i look forward to when i begin properly.

9/10

9a. Would you recommend Siemens Healthineers to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

There is a professional yet friendly atmosphere at siemens healthineers, with lots of experienced individuals and sufficient resources that can be implemented into developing new talent into the company.

10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Siemens Healthineers?

ask questions, the people at siemens healthineers all know a lot and they are happy to share their knowledge if you are genuinely fascinated.