Design Integrator Assistant Review

My daily role involved reviewing changes being made to parts on the new engine project I was assigned to - this consisted of keeping in touch with the related engineer, the Design Integration Leader and occasionally the project technical leader. I was also responsible for ensuring the parts lists were kept up to date and revised when changed, in addition to occasionally running meetings to receive and give updates on progress.

I was given a lot of responsibility during my placement - every task I was assigned was my own and while I was always supported, I was able to take full responsibility over its completion. Toward the end of my placement I was also able to take responsibility for the whole project as it neared its completion.

There is a lot of opportunity for development at Cummins - with access to a wide variety of training material that isn't necessarily specific to the role. I developed a wide range of professional skills, in addition to deepening my understanding of the diesel engine - I was also able to partake in a two-day training course to breakdown and rebuild a 19L engine.

I received a lot of support - everyone I worked with was willing to help as and when I needed it.

The company is very supportive of getting involved with events outside your main role, for example, each employee is entitled to at least 4 working hours to spend on a volunteering project within the community.

I enjoyed my placement a lot - being able to get involved with activities outside my main role meant that I got a lot of opportunities to develop other skills and to meet others I wouldn't have normally. I also felt very supported during my placement and by everyone I worked with.

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