I'm James Wilkinson, a Degree Apprentice with the Transportation team in Signalling at Atkins, operating under AtkinsRéalis. My learning combines formal university study with practical work experience. I design and maintain the systems that manage train movements safely and efficiently.
The variety of experiences I attained, from learning my craft within the design office to being able to go on track and lead surveys or test the systems I've created.
The plethora of experience and opportunity.
If they want to help provide services and have a brilliant career, then this is the perfect place.
I have been provided with the relevant training and opportunities to do what I enjoy – variety in my work and being outdoors. I'm now at a point where I lead teams on surveys and assist with testing to further my skillset and completeness as an engineer.
I put my hand up to work all over the UK in large cities such as London, Liverpool, and Leeds, as well as smaller towns in Kent and Buxton with potential opportunities overseas in the future. These projects have allowed me to travel and meet new people who have furthered my network and become important in my development. When working on these projects, I have a variety of deliverables pushing me out of my comfort zone.
