Engineer Review

Really good, the people are so lovely and I've really enjoyed the projects I've been on so far.

I've already got to try lots of different projects, from the more technical side involving programming and data analysis, to stewarding meetings of senior members of the company to get their feedback from the AI trials.

I think it will take a bit of time to feel anywhere near the level of my senior and management consultant colleagues, but I've already done some meaningful work that could help to extend the lifespan of nuclear reactors.

Private health insurance, flexible working, offers and discounts.

Very well, as I've already been interacting with and presenting to clients, hosting meetings, and doing other things out of my comfort zone!

I've had some busy periods and everyone has been very understanding. I was able to be open and honest with my line manager about how much I had on and that was a weight off my mind. I also have a buddy in my team who has had a very similar pathway into the company. But everyone has been so welcoming and friendly!

Personally I've been coming into the office every day, and the opening hours of my office mean that I can't stay too late or get in too early. Sometimes I leave my laptop in my locker, but when I don't I feel like I'm tempted to log back in and carry on which isn't healthy. But I think the only times I've worked overtime is when I've put too much pressure on myself to make it perfect for a client! It's not expected or encouraged particularly and everyone seems to want me to look after myself and not prioritise work.

Extremely welcoming and friendly office, everyone talks to each other. Very flexible working policies, too. We've had lots of women join the Manchester office so I've not felt out of place in that regard either.

So KBR, our parent company, has sort of ruined any of the initiatives we used to have since they're associated with the US government so had to remove any inclusivity from our websites and we no longer have groups or events as such. That being said, everyone in the company is quite vocal about how awful that is, and I was able to represent FNC at a women in science and engineering conference last month.

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Friendly people with lots of young people, as well as interesting and varied work.

I think the recruitment process was fairly representative of the company, it gave a good impression. I didn't realise how hybrid the job was, and lots of people do work fully remotely which I didn't know until joining.