Engineer a Career

Welcome back to The Engineer a Career Podcast!

In episode four, Josh chats with Callum Gaw, a Manufacturing Engineer at Spirit AeroSystems with an inspiring journey that proves the different paths to a career in engineering. Callum shares how his Craft Apprenticeship led to becoming an Aircraft Fitter, and how he's now taking the exciting step of starting a business degree at the University of Strathclyde.

In this episode, Callum talks openly about his challenges with school and how it wasn't the right fit for him, the pivotal role his family has played in his life, and a trip to Sweden with Powering Futures. He also reflects on his passion for the aerospace industry and his focus on ensuring the happiness of those around him, which is what drives him forward.

Whether you're a student, apprentice, or simply curious about alternative routes into engineering, Callum's story offers valuable insights into the many paths you can take to build a rewarding career in this dynamic industry.

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Welcome back to The Engineer a Career Podcast!

In episode three, Josh chats with Sarah Clark the Decarbonisation Delivery Manager at Wood and a passionate advocate for gender equality in the engineering industry. Sarah shares her inspiring career journey, from her early school experiences and the moment school clicked for her, to choosing to study Chemical Engineering at the University of Strathclyde.

We cover Sarah's diverse experiences, including internships, offshore experiences, working abroad in Poland, and her current role leading decarbonisation. She also discusses her leadership as Chair of the AXIS Network, where she champions gender equality and balance across the engineering industry.

Whether you're an aspiring engineer, a student, or curious about the future of the engineering, Sarah's insights on collaboration, innovation, and creating a more balanced industry will leave you inspired

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Welcome back to The Engineer a Career Podcast!

In our second episode, Josh is joined by Senior Project Engineer Euan MacLean to discuss his engineering career.

Euan shares his inspiring journey from his apprenticeship at Doosan Babcock to his current role, having built a wealth of experience in the petrochemical and pharmaceutical sectors. Despite early setbacks—such as being rejected from university when applying at school —Euan's determination propelled him to pursue an alternative path, completing an HNC in Mechanical Engineering, a foundation degree, a BEng from the Open University, and now working towards an MSc in Engineering Project Management.

Key highlights include Euan's discussion on imposter syndrome, the critical importance of integrity engineering, and the mentorship he received along the way. Euan stresses how soft skills, including problem-solving, leadership, and networking, are essential in engineering, and emphasises how apprenticeships offer a route to success just as valuable as the traditional university path.

Join Josh and Euan as they explore Euan's aspirations to become a Chartered Engineer and reflect on the importance of self-belief and resilience in engineering.

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Welcome to The Engineer a Career Podcast!

In our first episode, Josh sits down with Doğa Şatır, an accomplished engineer with a passion for all things engineering.

Doğa, a graduate of the University of Edinburgh with an MEng in Chemical Engineering with Management, shares her journey from school to her current role as Demand Origination Manager at SSE Thermal.

Doğa takes us through her progression from Graduate Engineer to Process Engineer, offering invaluable insights into the challenges and successes along the way.

In this episode, Doğa discusses her interest for hydrogen technology and its critical role in achieving Net Zero. Doğa also shares her views on the various pathways into the engineering industry, highlighting the diverse opportunities available for aspiring engineers.

Join Josh and Doğa as they dive deep into the world of engineering, with the shared goal of inspiring, empowering, and encouraging the next generation of engineers.

Doğa frequently publishes blogs, why not take a look - Doğa's Blog Website

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Welcome to The Engineer a Career Podcast, brought to you by Engineer a Career - a social enterprise dedicated to inspiring, empowering, and encouraging the next generation of engineers. 

In each episode, Josh sits down with engineers from a wide array of backgrounds and sectors, from Hydrogen to new Nuclear, Defense to Aerospace. Our guests share their personal journeys, reflecting on what initially sparked their interest in engineering, their educational experiences, and the various pathways they explored. 

Listeners will hear about the vital role of mentors and role models, as well as strategies for overcoming obstacles and navigating setbacks. Each guest offers practical advice for those considering a career in engineering, discussing the exciting developments in the industry and sharing their professional goals and aspirations for the future.