Test engineer Review

by Babcock

Rating

9.1/10

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

Testing and commissioning ships and submarine systems through the refit stage

10/10

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

Learnt new skills in running pressurised systems, nuclear powered systems and general engineering skills.

10/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I enjoy the programme a lot, it is nicely varied in terms of skill base and provides a great exposure to many different areas

10/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

The programme is well structured to gain all the necessary experience, the college day isn't too disruptive to the working week.

9/10

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

I have received all the required support from my employer through the Covid restrictions, college work and placement tasks within the workplace

10/10

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

In general I receive a good amount of support to work towards my qualifications, however this level of support varies across the subjects I work towards. All the required contacts are provided for assistance and my only issue is due to covid restrictions whereby I prefer learning onsite at the college as appose to at home.

8/10

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

The qualification is relatively general over mechanical engineering as a whole, where this isn't very job specific. However, this has helped with engineering principles and supported the job role as well. Certain subjects therefore support the job well and some not so

8/10

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 activities to get involved in within each section I've worked as well as the company as a whole

8/10

9a. Would you recommend Babcock to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

Because of the commitment to looking after you as an individual and the career path that they provide. Additionally, CPD is a big part of their work towards yourself which is promising to see

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

Show willing and commitment to the company and they will reward the efforts shown with your career