Jacob Watkinson
About Jacob Watkinson
Jacob Watkinson is a Junior CAD Technician at Arup in Manchester, specializing in CAD and GIS technologies.
Current Position at Arup
Jacob Watkinson is currently employed as a Junior CAD Technician at Arup in Manchester, United Kingdom. He joined Arup in 2019 and is a member of the Infrastructure team at Ove Arup & Partners. In his role, Jacob specializes in Computer-Aided Design (CAD) and Geographic Information Systems (GIS) technologies as part of his apprenticeship.
Previous Experience at TRAMP2LEAN LEYLAND LIMITED
Before joining Arup, Jacob Watkinson worked at TRAMP2LEAN LEYLAND LIMITED in Preston, United Kingdom. He first served as a Trampoline Marshall from 2016 to 2018, for two years. Following this role, he advanced to the position of Team Supervisor from 2018 to 2020, gaining leadership experience over another two years.
Access Accountancy Work Experience at Grant Thornton LLP
In 2018, Jacob Watkinson had an opportunity to gain work experience at Grant Thornton LLP in Manchester, United Kingdom, as part of the Access Accountancy program. Although the experience lasted for a brief period, it provided Jacob with valuable insights into the accounting profession.
Educational Background
Jacob Watkinson completed his A-levels at Runshaw College, where he studied Business from 2017 to 2019. Prior to this, he attended Bishop Rawstorne Church of England Academy from 2012 to 2017, earning 9Bs and 1C in his GCSEs. His educational journey has equipped him with a solid academic foundation, supporting his professional endeavors.