Profile
Eleanor D
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About Me:
I am an instrument and control engineer working in the energy industry – in particular I work on a carbon capture project. I currently live in London with my husband🏠
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I work as an engineer on a carbon capture and storage (CCUS) project designing a process plant that will produce clean power in Teesside.
During my time off I enjoy playing Netball and catching up with friends – one of my favourite activities is paddleboarding. I also LOVE to read and can often be found with my head in a book! 📚
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My pronouns are:
she/her
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My Work:
I work as a control and instrumentation engineer on a power & carbon capture project – designing things that will keep the plant running safely and efficiently.
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Education:
I grew up in Durham, where I went to primary and secondary school.
My favourite subjects were always PE and Science at school and I studied Chemistry, Physics, Maths and German at A-Level
After that I went to University of Birmingham to Study Chemical Engineering for 4 years.
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Qualifications:
GCSEs (English, Maths, Science, Religious Studies, History, PE, Music, French, German)
A- Levels (Chemistry, Physics, Maths, German)
Masters Degree in Chemical Engineering
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Work History:
When I finished Sixth Form I did a year in industry (via a scheme called EDT YINI) at Procter and Gamble where I was working on testing laundry detergents.
During uni I worked for NCS in my summer breaks and also did a summer internship with BP, who I now work for.
During my time with bp I have also spent time working offshore in Senegal (West Africa) where I learnt lots about engineering at a real site.,
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Current Job:
I have worked in several roles, I am currently working in the UK as an instrument and control engineer on a carbon capture project. I have also spent time working offshore in Senegal and on a UK blue hydrogen project!
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Employer:
BP
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My Interview
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What did you want to be after you left school?
I don't think I had any idea (I still don't!)
If you weren't doing this job, what would you choose instead?
Hmm... possibly an outdoor activity instructor or a florist!
Who is your favourite singer or band?
The Lumineers!
What's your favourite food?
Chocolate 🍫
Tell us a joke.
What did the pirate say when he turned 80? "Aye Matey"
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