Systems Engineer Review

by Knorr-Bremse Rail Systems (UK) Ltd.

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Rating

3.9/5
  • The Role
    4.4
  • The Company
    3.4
  • The Culture
    3.6

    The Role

  • 1. To what extent did you enjoy your work placement or internship?

    • The work was interesting and relevant and so I was very satisfied doing my tasks.

    5/5
  • 2. To what extent did you feel valued by your colleagues?

    • My colleagues gave me a number of great opportunities in the form of various jobs which made me feel like they valued my input into the company.

    4/5
  • 3. To what extent were you given support and guidance by management/your supervisor(s)?

    • He threw me into the deep end on multiple occasions, but that's how I learn best and if I ever needed support I only had to ask.

    4/5
  • 4. How busy were you on a daily basis?

    • Busy enough to always have something to do, but not an overwhelming amount.

    5/5
  • 5. How much responsibility were you given during your placement?

    • I have met with and worked alongside/for several suppliers and clients by myself offsite, as well as being responsible for several other on-site projects.

    5/5
  • 6. To what extent did/will the skills you developed, and training you received, assist you in your degree studies and beyond?

    • I have been sent on a pneumatics training course, where I've been given an industry standard certificate, so although I'm not sure how my skills will apply when I return to University yet, Knorr-Bremse does think about my education.

    5/5

    The Company

  • 7. What was the general atmosphere in your office?

    • Open plan office, so it's easy to talk to other workers, however most people are very busy so it stays relatively quiet.

    4/5
  • 8. How well organised was the overall work placement or internship set up?

    • From my first day I've always been looked after, given tasks to do and supported with advice as well as equipment.

    5/5
  • 9. In terms of personal training and development, to what extent did the company or firm invest in you?

    • A paid pneumatics training course as well as several paid business trips to clients and suppliers.

    3/5
  • 10. What were the perks on your work placement?

    • Flexi Time

    Subsidised Canteen

    Subsidised/Company Gym

    Financial Bonus

    Company Parties/Events

    Working from home
    4/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • Very appealing, the rail industry is growing and Knorr-Bremse has a massive part in it, as well as looking after employees.

    3/5

    The Culture

  • 12. Was there a good social scene amongst any fellow placement students/colleagues?

    • Yes, with over 20 other placement students there's plenty of chances to make new friends.

    5/5
  • 13. What was the cost of living and socialising in the area you worked in?

    • High but I lived in Bath.

    3/5
  • 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?

    • Decent nightlife in Bath, which is the closest city

    4/5
  • 15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?

    • KB has several sports clubs and charities to get involved in.

    3/5
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Details

Placement (10 Months+)

Engineering, Mechanical Engineering

International

January 2018

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