BLOG | National Engineers Week 2024 – Grace Miller Interview

It’s National Engineers Week (18 – 24) and we’re celebrating. To mark the occasion, we asked our Engineers to share what they’ve learned about their careers in the construction industry, as well as some tips for aspiring engineers looking to enter the field. Check out what our Technical Engineer Grace Miller had to say:

What made you want to get into engineering?

Growing up on a farm, I saw first-hand how buildings were constructed and this ignited my passion to understand how they were designed. At secondary school, my aptitude for STEM subjects, especially Mathematics and Physics, taught me to structure my approach to practical problem solving – an important skill for a Structural Engineer.

What does a typical working day look like for you?

As a Technical Engineer, I’m involved in estimating, structural engineering, and project engineering, working on both English and Irish projects. I thrive on the challenges of preparing accurate and competitive quotations, checking the structural integrity of my solutions, and managing my live projects. Being able to turn to an experienced and approachable team makes my job more pleasurable!

What do you enjoy most about your job?

I enjoy liaising with customers and industry professionals during design team meetings and on the telephone, as well as collaborating with the IG team, designing and delivering practical solutions. I particularly enjoy the journey of working on a project from the initial enquiry stage right through to the manufacture and delivery of product.

 Any advice for aspiring engineers?

My advice would be to relish every project, design team meeting, site visit, and conversation in the workplace – there is something new to learn every single day!

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