EC&I Designer Review

My role involves producing engineering drawings from complex 3D models and assemblies. These drawings are assembly drawings, manufacture drawings and circuit diagrams.

I learnt how to use CAD software such as, Autodesk Inventor and AutoCAD and developed my Microsoft software skills such as Word & Excel.

I enjoyed my apprenticeship, I got to work on a wide variety of projects and also work independently where I got to really develop my skills. My colleagues are always happy to help and give me advice when needed.

I did not have a great structure to begin with, but they have now implemented a placement scheme and spent time improving the organisation. In the end the structure was good and I was able to work with different departments, with minimal time without work to complete.

My employer gave me a lot of support and I never felt that I could not raise anything to them. My managers always supported me either with work or help with my qualification.

My lecturers were helpful and would get back to me in a timely manner. but the assessors let the college down as they do not communicate well enough or know exactly what is needed from me, which led to frustrating situations.

It allows me to complete my job to a better standard and contribute more as I now know more about electrical design and engineering in general. My qualification also gives me the opportunity to further develop my skills and apply for further education.

There are social activities but they are organised independently by the employees not by the company. The company do have several networks such as the womens network and the LGBT network.

Yes

Interesting projects and friendly people, makes for a enjoyable work environment. Working for one of Britains leading nuclear specialists also makes you feel like you are making a difference to the environment and the world.

Show an interest in engineering and prove that you are willing to learn and you want to get into a growing industry.