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Kendal, England, United Kingdom

Technical point-of-contact for advanced mechanical design and testing of cooling solutions for high-power diesel engines and hydroelectric turbines. I lead innovative, data-driven approaches to product development and optimization across business sectors.Gilbert Gilkes & Gordon Ltd design and manufacture hydroelectric turbines as well as cooling pumps for high-power diesel engines and power generation.Key Responsibilities and Achievements:- Design and implement machine learning… Show more Technical point-of-contact for advanced mechanical design and testing of cooling solutions for high-power diesel engines and hydroelectric turbines. I lead innovative, data-driven approaches to product development and optimization across business sectors.Gilbert Gilkes & Gordon Ltd design and manufacture hydroelectric turbines as well as cooling pumps for high-power diesel engines and power generation.Key Responsibilities and Achievements:- Design and implement machine learning models for condition-based maintenance and power prediction of hydropower plants, advancing technology in line with industry trends.- Lead cross-functional teams in the development and testing of engine cooling applications, collaborating with FEA and CFD specialists to optimize designs.- Conduct in-depth root cause analysis of system failures, providing innovative solutions to complexengineering challenges.- Initiated and led a project to implement new prototyping mechanisms, resulting in a 70% reduction indevelopment time for new cooling pumps using 3D printing technology.- Developed and deployed a Python-based solution integrated into the control system PLC, reducing operator need for priming testing by 50%.- Optimise 3D CAD modelling techniques, improving processing time from 40 minutes to 12 minutes, enhancing overall design efficiency.- Lead the design of parts and assemblies for testing purposes using advanced 3D CAD software, ensuring alignment with program and internal design requirements.- Definition and optimisation of new SOP for installation of pumps, mechanical, hydraulics and controlequipment components reducing human error by 12%.- Communicate design risks and innovative solutions to stakeholders, facilitating informed decision-making processes.- Conduct design reviews, manage drawing releases, and oversee quality requirements and assembly analyses.- Identify areas for technology advancement and recommend approaches to drive innovation in mechanical design. Show less

Carlisle, England, United Kingdom

Point-of-contact between the design office and the team on the shop floor. I led, managed and commissioned design projects that required a quick turn-around time, due to mission-critical status at customer sites. Additionally, I worked on the IMechE accreditation for the apprenticeship programme. First Engineering provides design and manufacturing services for customers in the food and beverage industries, focusing on material handling and conveyor technology.

Newcastle Upon Tyne, United Kingdom

Technical project team lead for hardware development of a portable molecular diagnostics device, working to ISO:13485 standards. Developed actuation systems for hydraulic fluid handling. Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure integrated product development and regulatory compliance.QuantuMDx Ltd are developing lab-quality, point-of-care diagnostics devices with a focus on fighting infectious diseases in low and middle income countries.Key Responsibilities and… Show more Technical project team lead for hardware development of a portable molecular diagnostics device, working to ISO:13485 standards. Developed actuation systems for hydraulic fluid handling. Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure integrated product development and regulatory compliance.QuantuMDx Ltd are developing lab-quality, point-of-care diagnostics devices with a focus on fighting infectious diseases in low and middle income countries.Key Responsibilities and Achievements:- Design and development of mechanical components for a complex medical device, utilising SolidWorks for 3D modelling and 2D drafting.- Redesigned a major subsystem, cutting manufacturing costs by 50% while increasing reliability and reducing assembly time.- Conducted finite element analysis (FEA) to optimise component designs for strength, weight, andmanufacturability.- Operated of in-house 4-axis CNC milling machine (using HSMWorks) and lathe, manufacturing complex high-precision prototype parts.- Developed and executed comprehensive test protocols for prototype functional testing, utilizing Arduino and Python for data acquisition and analysis.- Authored and executed validation and verification testing in accordance with IVDR, ensuring regulatorycompliance and product safety.- Presented design reviews to senior management and stakeholders, effectively communicating complextechnical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.- Reduced 3D printing failure rate from 13% to 7% (22% to 12% for critical builds) by implementing newstandard operating procedures and continuous improvement processes.- Managed external suppliers and manufacturers, ensuring component quality and timely delivery. Show less

Newcastle Upon Tyne, Großbritannien

Customer-facing role managing engineering issues related to component quality for aerospace components used in Rolls-Royce Trent engines. Led on-site manufacturing team, supporting first-off inspection and quality assurance processes.Global Manufacturing Supplies Ltd provide a supply chain management service, including quality assurance and in-house design.Key Responsibilities and Achievements:- Led supplier quality management initiatives, conducting on-site audits and… Show more Customer-facing role managing engineering issues related to component quality for aerospace components used in Rolls-Royce Trent engines. Led on-site manufacturing team, supporting first-off inspection and quality assurance processes.Global Manufacturing Supplies Ltd provide a supply chain management service, including quality assurance and in-house design.Key Responsibilities and Achievements:- Led supplier quality management initiatives, conducting on-site audits and implementing improvement programs that reduced defect rates by 25% for aerospace components.- Implemented and optimized Kanban Systems, resulting in a 10% reduction in overall process time andimproved inventory management.- Proposed and helped implement factory layout changes, improving workflow efficiency and reducing material handling time by 15%.- Trained and mentored junior team members on quality control processes and aerospace industry standards.- Optimized inspection processes, including Initial Sample Inspection Reports (ISIR) and ongoing product quality control, utilising advanced measurement equipment such as CMM and FARO-Arm.- Managed Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) for newly introduced parts, ensuring compliance with aerospace and automotive industry standards.- Introduced a rigorous Corrective Action framework, leading to a drop in follow-up complaints by 30% Show less

Master Of Science - Ms

Bachelor Of Science (B.Sc.)