The Faculty of Engineering and Technology (FET) organised a sharing session featuring one of the FET’s alumni, Mr. Alexander Oh Ting Wei on 24 November 2023. Graduated with a Bachelor in Engineering (Hons.) Mechanical in 2018. With 5 years of service in the employment of companies that provide consultancy on industrial management, he has returned to his alma mater to share his personal career journey in engineering to his fellow juniors.
Mr. Alexander Oh described his job portfolio, such as the certifications that he has earned for skills that include quality management. He also mentioned the complications that he had after graduation, such as the search for jobs. It was during this time that he learned to diversify his skills, eventually founding a consultancy company that focuses on human capital.
In the session, Mr. Alexander also shared on how a graduate can look for companies that are looking for fresh talent, as well as organisations that also provide on-the-job training. He mentioned the importance of networking and people connections that he had gained during his university years contributed to the direction and development of his career. Finally, he encouraged the engineering graduates on building resilience against failures and criticisms.
