We asked a number of IET members about their career and professional development to help inform and inspire others.
If you would like to share your story to feature as a case study, please email profdev@theiet.org
Andrew DoddOperations Manager
I started as an Engineering Technician and moved through Incorporated Engineer and ultimately to Chartered Engineer and a Fellow of the IET. Read more.
David ParrElectronics Design Team Leader
Engineering can be a very fulfilling career choice. You have an opportunity to improve, and make your mark on, society. Read more.
Richard BriarsConsultant
I decided to become self-employed to both maintain or increase my income and do the project work that I enjoy. It's been tough at times, but the benefits have far outweighed the downsides. Read more.
Sean Moules
Programme Management / Commercial
I get a kick out of leaving something in a better condition than when I found it – whether that’s on a small or massive scale. I’ve never found a product, process or business that can’t be improved. Read more.
Mark Chapman
Principal Engineer
Mark didn’t believe he was ready for professional registration until encouraged by his employers to find out more. He’s now a big supporter and actively helps his colleagues to apply. Read more.
Mick Croasdale
National Grid Transistion & Transformation Programme Manager
Mick volunteered as an IET Mentor to "help other engineers as my mentors helped me earlier in my career." Read More.
Philip Shaw
Principle Electrical Engineer and Technical Authority
Phil said that e-mentoring "works well provided that the mentee is positive, proactive and can accept all forms of feedback, in good faith as intended." Read more.