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Overall my role is centered around a main project, whether this is designing CAD, ordering parts to be machined, wiring electronics and making contact with suppliers and other third parties. Some side tasks involving raising PO requests, assisting with machine setup in the workshop and taking part in training to improve my technical skills.

I have developed my CAD skills greatly through proper solid works training with SolidSolutions essentials course. From experienced coworkers I have been taught to use HMI screens and interface devices with PLC controllers, which was all new to me. My general presentation and networking skills have also been developed by multiple events through the year.

With the main project I was given I was given a large amount of responsibility. I was leading the project, set a budget and timeline in meetings with the department that would receive the machine I was building, designed CAD, designed electronics, organised parts ordering, organised manufacturing with a third party, took part in the construction and created all the documentation.

On this placement I was given support in a variety of places. My manager, for day to day support and introduction to the role. My wider team were all willing to help answer queries. I was assigned a placement buddy, to go to if any issues arose. I was assigned a mentor, for any career advice And an IMechE mentor, to ensure I work towards becoming an Incorporated engineer

Company culture was fast paced, with developments happening across site often. I was made aware of what is going on in other departments, which was welcoming and good. Other events just for fun often happened, such as meals with my team bimonthly and occasional onsite fun events. General atmosphere is that everyone wants to be here and work hard.

I have enjoyed my time. I came looking for interesting projects, pick up training and get a good feel of what the manufacturing side of engineering is like. At times it was hectic as my workload increased, but this was a positive stretch and support was easily available whenever it was needed.

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Show an interest. Even if you do not know how to do a task, the staff here are happy to give you the resources to learn and practice. There are lots of experts in different areas here and they all are happy to show you what they do. To stay on top of the work when balancing multiple projects definitely use a tool like Trello or a To Do list to keep track.