Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Custom
References
Timeline
Generic

Megan Childs

Charlbury

Summary

Highly skilled professional with extensive experience in customer service, teaching, and quality assurance. Proficient in Microsoft Word and PowerPoint, with strong organisational and communication skills. Demonstrates innovative thinking and decision-making abilities, complemented by resource management expertise. Committed to continuous learning and excellence in all tasks undertaken.

Adaptable professional with keen interest in mechanical systems and innovation. Demonstrates strong problem-solving abilities and collaborative teamwork skills. Ready to drive engineering solutions and contribute to overall success in any role.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work History

Mechanical engineer

advanced labelling systems
Thame, Oxfordshire
01.2025 - Current
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to achieve project objectives efficiently.
  • Collated data to identify root causes of issues, minimising repeat concerns.
  • Carried out precise calculations for manufacturing various components from different materials.
  • Collaborated with engineering team to complete projects.
  • Tracked project expenses against budgets and identified cost-saving opportunities.
  • Worked with SolidWorks and AutoCAD to draft assemblies, models and technical drawings.
  • Executed proactive machine inspections maintaining a high standard of workplace health and safety.

STEM Coordinator

The Engineering Trust
Bicester
09.2023 - 01.2025

Careers Adviser and STEM Educator

  • Delivered engaging career guidance to students, helping them explore potential career paths through one-on-one support, group sessions, and workshops.
  • Organised resources, coordinated with teachers, and managed educational events such as career fairs, CV writing sessions, and mock interviews to prepare students for future opportunities.
  • Designed and taught interactive STEM classes for children aged 8–13, fostering curiosity and developing critical thinking skills in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.

Engineer

Heller Machine Tools
Redditch
09.2019 - 08.2023

Engineering Apprentice

  • Gained hands-on experience in mechanical assembly and working with hydraulic and pneumatic equipment, including interpreting and understanding complex technical drawings.
  • Developed advanced knowledge of engineering drawings and worked to precise tolerances, essential for CNC machining and mechanical building tasks.
  • Proficient in the use of hand tools with a high level of accuracy, as well as experience using hand grinders to achieve precise finishes.
  • Trained in the safe operation of cranes for handling large components during mechanical assembly.
  • Acquired a deep understanding of COSHH (Control of Substances Hazardous to Health) materials, ensuring safe handling and compliance with health and safety standards.

Education

Level 3 Diploma - Advanced manufacturing engineering

Mgts
Redditch, Worcestershire
09.2019 - 08.2023

GCSE - engineering

Saint augustines
Redditch, Worcestershire
09.2017 - 06.2019

Skills

  • Microsoft Word
  • Customer Service
  • Experience with children
  • Organisational skills
  • IT
  • Driving
  • Teaching
  • Assembly
  • SAP
  • Communication skills
  • Innovative thinking
  • Resource management
  • Quality Assurance
  • Decision making
  • Continuous learning
  • Microsoft PowerPoint

Certification

  • Safeguarding Certification, Present, Present
  • Disclosure and Barring Certificate, Present, Present
  • Fire Marshal Training, Present, Present
  • Paediatric First Aid Certification, 11/01/22, 11/30/27
  • First Aid at Work, 09/01/21, 09/30/24

Custom

Duke of Edinburgh Bronze, 2017

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Mechanical engineer

advanced labelling systems
01.2025 - Current

STEM Coordinator

The Engineering Trust
09.2023 - 01.2025

Engineer

Heller Machine Tools
09.2019 - 08.2023

Level 3 Diploma - Advanced manufacturing engineering

Mgts
09.2019 - 08.2023

GCSE - engineering

Saint augustines
09.2017 - 06.2019
Megan Childs