Robert Pocock
About Robert Pocock
Robert Pocock is a Mechanical Design Engineer currently employed at Diamond Light Source, where he has worked since 2021. He has a background in mechanical engineering, having held various roles at Diamond Light Source and completed his education in the field at Newbury College and Buckinghamshire New University.
Work at Diamond Light Source
Robert Pocock has held multiple roles at Diamond Light Source, a prominent facility located in Harwell, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom. He began his tenure as a Mechanical Engineering Apprentice from 2011 to 2015, where he gained foundational skills in mechanical engineering. He then transitioned to the role of Mechanical Support Technician for a period of 10 months in 2015 to 2016. Following this, he served as a Mechanical Beamline Technician from 2016 to 2019, contributing to the operational aspects of beamline equipment. Pocock advanced to the position of Mechanical Designer from 2019 to 2021. Currently, he works as a Mechanical Design Engineer, a role he has held since 2021.
Education and Expertise
Robert Pocock has a solid educational background in mechanical engineering. He studied at Newbury College, where he earned a Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Mechanical Engineering from 2013 to 2015, followed by a Higher National Diploma (HND) in the same field from 2015 to 2016. He furthered his education at Buckinghamshire New University, achieving a Bachelor of Engineering (BEng) in Engineering Design from 2018 to 2019. This educational foundation supports his expertise in mechanical design and engineering principles.
Background
Robert Pocock's career in mechanical engineering began with his apprenticeship at the Science and Technology Facilities Council (STFC), where he worked from 2011 to 2015. This experience provided him with essential skills and knowledge in mechanical engineering. His subsequent roles at Diamond Light Source allowed him to apply and expand his expertise in various capacities, including technical support and design engineering.
Career Progression
Pocock's career has shown a clear progression in the field of mechanical engineering. Starting as an apprentice, he developed his skills over four years before moving into technician roles at Diamond Light Source. His responsibilities evolved from support tasks to more complex design work, reflecting his growing expertise and the trust placed in him by his employers. His current position as a Mechanical Design Engineer marks a significant step in his professional journey.