A: I’m based in the UK and I work for the Metal Detection business within METTLER TOLEDO. We design and manufacture industrial metal detection systems that are used to inspect and reject metal contaminated food, non-food and pharmaceutical products during production. My team works on engineering customer-specific systems to transport packs and products through the metal detector ready for inspection.

My role calls for technical expertise, along with project management and relationship building skills, all under the pressure of working to critical lead times. This involves working with other departments, collaborating, influencing change, and communicating effectively.

A: I’ve worked in several different industries in my career. In one company, I stayed for a decade, working hard and gaining experience.

I spent a long time in the same role with one company, hoping that someone would give me the opportunity to climb the ladder. I knew what I was capable of and after ten years, I decided to step out of my comfort zone and find somewhere that would recognize my abilities.

Here I am at METTLER TOLEDO, and they have given me that chance to shine.

A: Don't just focus on one area. Look at everything. Don't just look at engineering as engineering. In theory, as an engineer you're looking at things with intricate detail and seeing how they can be improved. However, you can apply that principle to everyday situations and make that difference at a much higher level than just sitting at a desk and designing. There are so many areas of engineering that you can explore – the sky's the limit on what you can achieve!