My main role is to interpret existing and future regulations and assess these requirements against our current product portfolio The work I do varies from day to day from simple ad hoc requests to larger long term projects
I perform chemical analysis on internal and external products To advance the knowledge of the science behind our products I also provide the scientific data to back up claims and explore options for product development I perform this by running samples
Involved device testing and prototyping with data collection which was then compiled and presented
I collaborated with stakeholders to agree project objectives and align a sensory plan Once objectives were obtained I would collect sensory data through panel sessions and analyse this data using statistical tools Following statistical analysis I issu
My role in BAT was Supporting device HW engineering from concepting to implementation Perform planned testing and understanding the device design device failure modes analysis of internal components of the devices HW test tools CTscan SEM mec
Within my role I provided technical expertise to my team where requested whilst managing my own projects On a day to day basis I sit in and run meetings to ensure that projects are being run on time and that all work is completed to a high standard Wh
Providing engineering support to various projects Daily tasks involve laboratory work data analysis CAD work prototyping using 3D printing managing suppliers
My role covered various aspects from routine analytical testing to research projects and participating in international analytical based laboratory trial to compare analytical testing across a variety of laboratories On a day to day basis I would typical
I was given multiple projects throughout the year that focused on assessing the impacts of legislation in different markets I had to review the legislation present determine what obligations requirements the company would need to fulfil to enable marke
The role involves lots of research design and experimentation of new technologies using prototype rigs Once enough data has been collected a recommendation is then put forward on whether or not the technology should continue Conversations like this
Applied science is crutial for scientific understanding so depending on what is currently required by the business i may spend a day planning a study to increase the depth of understanding or i may spend the day analysing data and bridging the gap betwe
There isnt a typical daytoday role at BAT as working in such an innovative space means projects and tasks are ever changing Over the year I worked on many projects but designed and managed one from start to finish Every day I collaborate with externa
Yeah I enjoyed it from start to end honestly What I enjoyed the most was the people and how approachable they were to support and make you feel like part of the company rather than just a placement student
It was thoroughly enjoyable There were of course days which werent as exciting but these were few and far between I was given tasks and projects which really contributed to the wider picture and werent simply menial tasks Youre encouraged to do
Ive thoroughly enjoyed my time at BAT For me personally the best part was the versatility of my role whereby I could decide on my own projects and I have found myself working in several different scientific areas My department was brilliant and has s
I thoroughly enjoyed my placement at BAT I was trusted with a brilliant project and given the freedom to plan and execute the project myself The placement also involved a good balance of laboratory and office based work I also met some great people a
Ive really enjoyed working at BAT The work is challenging and meaningful so you feel as though the work you do matters to the company and makes a difference Ive felt a sense of fulfilment from the work I have done as I know that it is valued The pe
The work done was very enjoyable due to working on actual projects of the business rather than just being given side projects to do although at times the work was difficult and there is a lot of pressure to deliver work on time there is a great suppor