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Uncovering the world of engineers You’ve heard about them and you might even have one in the family. But what exactly do engineers do? Well, lots actually. Think of any area you want – music, cars, the environment, travel – somewhere there will be an engineer designing it or making it better. In fact, no matter what your interests are, you can indulge them as an engineer… and get really well paid at the same time. Sound like a winner? You bet. Naomi works as an Automotive Engineer in the Vehicle Design Group at Arup. She is a Science and Engineering Ambassador and is passionate about promoting careers in car design. “I design, analyse and test the crash structures of cars. I am also involved in investigating road traffic accidents and I am developing an interest in biomechanics. I took a year out before going to university and got involved in the Year in Industry Scheme. While I was there the Potters Bar Rail Crash occurred and I was involved in the crash investigation. I felt privileged to be able to work on the project and provide the survivors and families of those who died with answers to what happened. I’ve been a Science and Engineering Ambassador since I graduated and I really enjoy it. It’s great to spend time with children showing them what engineering is about. Their imaginations never cease to amaze me and encourage me to think out of the box in my own job.” To find out more about Science and Engineering Ambassadors please visit www.stemnet.org.uk

Dan works for GKN – a leading international engineering firm – as a Technology Manager. His role covers management of patents and developing new research links with universities and local companies. “Watching TV shows like Tomorrow’s World was the biggest influence in my career choice. The inventions and ideas on the programme made me think, ‘I could have thought of that,’ and ‘I wish I’d thought of that.’ It got me hooked by showing that simple solutions existed to difficult problems and that finding those solutions was something I would enjoy doing. My advice to anyone considering a career in engineering would be to investigate the different fields of engineering that exist. There are many great opportunities in engineering and there’s lots of scope to grow and develop your skills and your career. Hearing from people already in engineering is an important first step to help you find a career that will inspire and motivate you. That’s why the Role Model Database is a good place to start investigating. Getting work experience is also important so you can appreciate how you can put your skills to use on a day to day basis.”

Find out more at www.enginuity.org.uk


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