I am a mechanical engineer with extensive experience as a Process Development Engineer at a leading medical devices company in New Zealand. My main professional experience involves developing automated production equipment for the manufacture of high quality and highly regulated consumer goods, from concept right through to full production. Including testing, commissioning and validating the designed and developed equipment.I was born in Canada, but having grown up in New Zealand, I have always wanted to return to Canada to get to know the country I left when I was very young. I have chosen Vancouver because I view it as a leading city with regards to technology and innovation. Furthermore, I enjoy the outdoor lifestyle Vancouver has to offer, especially mountain biking, hiking, skiing and rock-climbing.