b'24 Partner News Autumn 2023CorporatePartner Spotlight: Introducingto explore my passion for these subjects and make a tangible impact on the world.One of the biggest challenges I have faced has been the steep learning curve and Zaryabthe constant need to keep up with the latest developments in the field. STEM is a constantly evolving field, and staying up-to-date with new technologies and methodologies requires a lot of dedication and hard work.HussainHowever, the rewards of working in STEM make it all worth it. I have had the opportunity to work on exciting projects that have the potential to make a real difference in peoples lives. Seeing my work come to life and having a positive impact on society is incredibly fulfilling.What has been your biggestA Design Engineer for Fluor, who has heldchallenge in your career? As an engineer who has recently ambitions of becoming an engineer sincetransitioned from an office-based design role to a field role, my biggest challenge childhood, Zaryab tells us about his challenginghas been adapting to the site conditions and work environment. In the office, my yet rewarding journey into STEM. work primarily involved designing and development of control systems and instrumentation deliverables. However, in the field, I am required to Why did you decide to become Was there anything during undertake a wide range of responsibilities an engineer? childhood or education that and be more physically active and to work I decided to become an engineer becauseinfluenced your career choice? in a variety of environments, and be able I have always been interested in maths andYes, there were several experiences duringto work with a wide range of stakeholders science, and I enjoy using my analytical skillsmy childhood and education that influencedincluding the client and various to solve problems. In my GCSEs, I excelledmy decision to become an engineer. As asubcontractors.in physics and calculus, and I found myselfchild, I was always interested in how things drawn to the practical applications of theseworked and loved taking things apart toThe physical demands of the job have subjects. see how they functioned. I was constantlyrequired me to develop new skills, such tinkering with toys and gadgets, and thisas understanding the use of specialised As I began to research different careercuriosity drove my interest in science andequipment, working in confined spaces, and paths, I realised that engineering wouldtechnology. following safety protocols. Additionally, allow me to combine my passion of sciencethe field work requires more flexibility and and maths with my desire to make aIn school, I enjoyed solving complexadaptability than my previous office-based tangible impact on the world. I was excitedproblems and was fascinated by the wayrole, as I often have to adjust my plans by the prospect of designing and buildingengineers use their knowledge to createto accommodate changing conditions or new software, machines, and systems thatnew technologies and solve real-worldunexpected challenges.could make peoples lives better. challenges. I also had a few inspiring teachers who encouraged me to pursueAnother challenge I have faced in my Ultimately, my decision to become anengineering. new field role is communication. In the engineer was driven by my passion foroffice, I had frequent interactions with problem-solving, my love of science andHow have you found your colleagues and clients, but these were maths, and my desire to make a differencejourney in STEM so far?primarily through email, phone calls, and in the world. I believe that engineering willMy journey in STEM has been challengingvideo conferences. In the field, I need to provide me with the tools and opportunitiesbut rewarding. I have always beencommunicate effectively with my team to achieve these goals, and I am excited tofascinated by science and technology, andmembers and clients in person, often in see where this career path will take me. pursuing a career in STEM has allowed menoisy or distracting environments.'