I started as a graduate with Frazer-Nash nine months ago with a background in computational fluid dynamics (specifically aerodynamics) and knowledge of various 3D CAD packages and I have since settled into the role of design-analysis bridge in the Bristol office. My technical work involves bespoke design projects with subsequent supply of clean but detailed geometry and meshed models to the computational fluids and finite element stress analysis teams. Frazer-Nash are not afraid to introduce graduates to early responsibility and I am currently managing a £30k project with regard to refitting of nuclear submarines. Further marine work has also involved time on a number of 160-foot luxury yachts. Equipped with gas turbine engines they are capable of high-speed on the water.
Is there a typical day?
Very rarely does anyone spend all five days of a week in the office and never doing the same work. There have been a number of trips to Plymouth with current projects, although training, Frazer-Nash social events and working on client's sites has so far required travel throughout the UK, many are to and from America on a regular basis. Meetings on client's sites, marketing and trying to win new work as a team are some of my favourite aspects of the job.
What other roles have you had since you joined?
Computational Fluid Dynamics Analyst, Flight Physicist, Nuclear Safety Engineer, Marine Aerodynamics Engineer, 3D CAD Designer; all under the generic 'Engineer' employment title.
Where do you see your career going?
You can go as far as you wish to with Frazer-Nash provided that you use the fluidity of the business to provide opportunities for yourself. The hierarchy is very flat and good ideas are always listened to by the people who can make them happen.
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