After completing a high school diploma in STI2D with a focus on technological innovation, Mathis continued his studies with a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering and Production (GMP). During his training, he completed an internship and a work-study program at INODEC, a decisive step that led to him being hired at the end of his studies.
‘I didn’t know exactly which industry I wanted to specialize in, but I wanted to stay in our mountains. Ultimately, it was precision machining that appealed to me, as it was a good opportunity to acquire many skills and have a broad overview,’ says Mathis. His experience at INODEC reinforced him in this path. There, he discovered a concrete industry and varied projects: ‘The company is of human size, which I like. We work on several projects at the same time, every day is different, there is no routine.’
Under the wing of his manager, Mathis is in charge of industrialization, his missions are numerous and varied: 3D drawing and modeling, documentation of manufacturing processes, proposal for plan improvement and design of forming or positioning tools… ‘I like design, that’s what I enjoy the most. Starting from scratch with a specification is really a challenge.’
Mathis works closely with the setters to ensure the quality and feasibility of the projects, the field side is a very important axis: “We must understand the problems they encounter in the workshop”.
His advice to young people interested in this type of career ? ‘The Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering and Production is very general and allows you to be operational quickly, we learn concrete things which allows us not to be lost when we arrive in the company. The work-study program is an excellent way to gain practical experience. Combining studies and a work-study program is therefore very enriching. The choice of the school is also crucial, it is a guarantee of quality training and it can open doors depending on the portfolio of contacts it has.’