About the STAR Method for Engineers
The Situation-Task-Action-Result (STAR) format is the industry standard for evidencing professional competence.
Why UK-SPEC requires active language
Professional institutions like the IET and IMechE reject applications that rely on passive language. Reviewers want to know what you did, not what the team did.
Common Mistakes
- Focusing too much on the 'We' (Team) rather than 'I' (Personal Contribution).
- Failing to quantify the Result (e.g., cost savings or safety improvements).
- Ignoring the 'Task' - simply stating the problem without defining your specific responsibility.