Building STEM Futures: Maddison Wren's Journey at CMP Products
Leading manufacturer of cable glands, cleats, and accessories, CMP Products, has helped turn Maddison Wren's STEM career aspirations into reality by appointing her as a design technician.
Maddison, 24, from Ashington, began her journey with CMP in 2018 as an apprentice CNC machinist and has been working diligently towards her goal of becoming a qualified mechanical engineer. She is currently studying for an HND in Mechanical Engineering and plans to complete a top-up year to achieve a BSc in the same field.
“No one in my family has ever studied or worked in engineering, but from my very first days at high school, I loved doing design and technology lessons,” said Maddison. “When it came to choosing my GCSEs, Engineering was a new subject, and because it was so similar to Design and Technology, I decided to study it, and then carried on with it into my A-Levels.”
“University wasn’t something I ever planned to do, as I’d always wanted to complete an apprenticeship alongside further study and, thankfully, a family friend recommended I talk to our local apprenticeship and training supplier, TDR Training. They helped me narrow down my specific engineering interest, and I applied for CMP Products via the British Engines apprenticeship scheme. I still feel incredibly lucky that the day I did my interview, I was offered the job.”
CMP Products is committed to fostering an inclusive environment that supports and encourages women in STEM careers. Based at its UK headquarters in Cramlington, the company celebrates the increasing number of women choosing to build their careers in engineering roles within its team.
Sam Briggs, HR Manager of CMP Products, commented: “It’s heartening to witness the progress of women within STEM fields. Recent insights, such as those shared by the IET, highlight positive steps forward in representation, which is truly encouraging for the future.
“Watching Maddison’s growth has been particularly inspiring—she has a clear vision for her career, and we look forward to supporting her as she advances in her career at CMP.”
Photograph:Maddison Wren – engineering a STEM career with CMP Products