When did you join Expleo?
February 2020.
How was your first day at Expleo?
It was absolutely fine because I had been contracting with them for probably five or six years previously, so I knew exactly what I was getting into. I was already working onsite with Airbus when the transition happened and it went smoothly.
What does a typical day look like for a Senior Manufacturing Engineer?
Morning
Mid-morning
Noon
After lunch
Mid-Afternoon
End of day
What about Expleo do you enjoy the most?
At Expleo, I appreciate that you’re not just a number; management is approachable, and HR is supportive. It’s a refreshing change from some places where senior management can be unapproachable. Plus, I’ve had opportunities like representing the company at air shows, where I got to meet some great people from different teams. I went to the Farnborough Air Show, the Bangalore Air Show in India and the Paris Air Show, where I met Rajesh, our CEO who is a very approachable person.
What do you like most about your job?
I like meeting the diverse people and cultures, also knowing that I am contributing to the success of the company and brand.
How did Expleo help you grow your career?
When I joined Expleo, I was the only Manufacturing Engineer in the Saltney office, since then I’ve been the main Account Manager for Airbus Manufacturing Engineering. From there we have built the team up with a variety of personnel with mixed disciplines. As a result of this, and some hard work, I’m now splitting my time as Engineering Team Leader and Capability Lead for ME. In four years, I have come a long way, both personally and professionally. Expleo give you the tools to progress.
How does Expleo provide you an environment to thrive?
- Autonomy & Support
I like meeting the diverse people and cultures, also knowing that I am contributing to the success of the company and brand. - Local & International
We’re not a small company by any means; we’ve got multiple offices all around the world, including India, France, the UK, and many more. We tackle significant projects, we’ve even sent a nanosatellite to space. - Expertise & Creativity
I can use my knowledge in nuclear projects, in the defence sector, working on submarines, and in military projects too. We’re quite diverse within manufacturing, engineering, and design. Expleo offers expertise, while you contribute creative and design skills.
Because I’ve worked on electrics, structures, and across multiple different departments and products when someone asks me questions, most of the time, I know the answers, or I know what expert to go and speak to within the business.
- Performance & Responsibility
Performance is my responsibility, so I’ve got to keep on top of the team. I’ve got to make sure that our weekly, if not daily figures, meet our targets. If they’re don’t, then I’m accountable. It’s my responsibility to ensure that we deliver quality.
What advice would you give to other Manufacturing Engineers considering applying to Expleo?
It’s not an easy ride, but we’re working for the greater good, and we’re all one team. We’re all responsible for finishing the projects and contributing equally. We don’t expect anyone to just sit and put their feet up, but we understand that people work at different speeds and have different outputs. We’ve got a good social side to the office as well, at least once a month we go out for a meal or go and let our hair down. We’re more than just a team, we look after each other.
LIFE AT EXPLEO
Be Yourself
Providing an inclusive, accessible environment, where all employees feel valued and supported. We want you to be the best version of yourself and we will support you in building a workplace that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we live, and an environment to reach your full potential.
