Non-Destructive testing engineer Review

by Rolls-Royce

Rating

10/10

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

Testing of components using NDT techniques.

10/10

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

Penetrant testing, radiography testing, eddy current testing, magnetic particle testing, ultrasonic testing. Visual inspection, abrasive wheels, HPC, lean manufacturing, HS&E, COSHH, BIT and many more

10/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I enjoy learning new skills, meeting and working with industry professionals, attending events, running projects, public speaking and all other aspects of my job.

10/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

The entire course structure is laid out in a standard and all training is mapped to the outcomes of that standard. Senior management does a great job of ensuring the course is very well organised.

10/10

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

Online resources, face to face tutoring, additional training and more is available.

10/10

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

I receive lots of support from my training provider. You can get access to online tutorials, face to face sessions, library access and additional sessions. Lecturers are available to answer any questions.

10/10

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

It gives me a better understanding of the key scientific principles behind each testing methodologies along with expanding my wider engineering knowledge in relation to business improvements, leadership, innovation, materials science, manufacturing and more.

10/10

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 is access to the AGA (apprentice and graduates association) for a small monthly fee. This allows access to socials, sports teams, networking and more. There is also a leisure centre for employees to use for the Derby site.

10/10

9a. Would you recommend Rolls-Royce to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

A quality company that takes real care in the development of their apprentices.

10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Rolls-Royce?

Know the company values, have an understanding of the technical elements for the role you apply for and ensure you flush out your CV to show how you have gone above and beyond what a normal student has done. Practice your interview technique beforehand and make sure you are early to the meeting. Showing a knowledge of current affairs and the aerospace industry is also helpful.