Junior Test Engineer Review

by Siemens

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

7.6/10

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

I am a Junior test engineer, carrying out various tests on drives made on site. Ranging from climate tests to shock and vibration.

7/10

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

I have learnt how to interpret engineering diagrams and schematics, better how to use LEAN processes and be more efficient; work in a team professionally and carry out theoretical engineering knowledge learnt in school into the workplace

7/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I enjoy working on new projects, carrying out new tests and finding problems practically. I do slightly find paperwork involving the engineering jobs tedious at times.

7/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

My Programme is well structured, support is evident and easy to get both in college and in the workplace. Progress over time can be seen and is monitored constantly.

7/10

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

I receive great support from my employer; daily catch ups take place to discuss problems that may have occurred the previous day and how to tackle them. 1:1 sessions take place monthly, to discuss progress and any concerns or worries within and outside the workplace. Overall, great support.

8/10

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

I receive absolutely great support, always happy to help and available whenever possible. Any concerns is quelled quickly and layout of the course is clear and concise.

10/10

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

My training provider always gives me insight information into what im learning in order to best fit it into my workplace and so that I can apply it to assignments where possible.

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 many extra curricular to get involved in at the workplace. At the moment, im involved with Monday Night Football with my colleagues at a local leisure centre, there are other sports such as volleyball and badminton. Networking events also happen such as all employee events.

7/10

9a. Would you recommend Siemens to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

Great environment, great people and great support in all aspects.

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

Make sure you are pro active, have a personality and not worry about failure because people here are always here to help