Emer Rafferty, Engineering Support, Catagen
What subjects did you enjoy at school that supported your career path?
GCSE: DA Science, Further Maths, Maths, English, History, Economics, French, Child Development. A Level: Chemistry, Maths, Economics.
Did you study at university or higher education?
Yes
What course did you study?
Chemical Engineering
What does a typical day or week in your role look like?
Morning meeting to plan for day/what happened yesterday. Work on the technology (hands on preparation). Carry out testing (run the machine). Coffee!! Review of progress end of day.
What part of your job do you find most interesting or exciting?
Working with other engineers. New innovations.
What advice would you give to pupils who are interested in a career in sustainability?
Take every opportunity! Let your morales and values guide your career.