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County Limerick, Ireland

Galway, Ireland

Materials and thermal engineer working on design, analysis and prototyping of laser ranging and communication satellites terminals for Low-earth Orbit (LEO) applications- Design, analysis and manufacturing of ground and space structures and subsystems- Coordinate and translate system, operational and functional specifications into mechanical design requirements- Drive optimisation of assembly and test procedures- Plan and perform research towards novel and continuous improvement… Show more Materials and thermal engineer working on design, analysis and prototyping of laser ranging and communication satellites terminals for Low-earth Orbit (LEO) applications- Design, analysis and manufacturing of ground and space structures and subsystems- Coordinate and translate system, operational and functional specifications into mechanical design requirements- Drive optimisation of assembly and test procedures- Plan and perform research towards novel and continuous improvement of product or process capability- Liaison with optical and electrical hardware design teams along with external partners to develop new designs and prototypes Show less

Limerick, County Limerick, Ireland

Postdoctoral researcher on the industry innovation partner project. This project focuses on the development of Carbon Fibre Reinforced Polymer (CFRP) optical mirror and support structures for the Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite applications for industry partnerDuties:- Developing functional optimum designs and associated manufacturing processes based on customer design requirements- Developed manufacturing process to help achieve CFRP mirror structure with ultra precise figure… Show more Postdoctoral researcher on the industry innovation partner project. This project focuses on the development of Carbon Fibre Reinforced Polymer (CFRP) optical mirror and support structures for the Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite applications for industry partnerDuties:- Developing functional optimum designs and associated manufacturing processes based on customer design requirements- Developed manufacturing process to help achieve CFRP mirror structure with ultra precise figure accuracy and surface roughness - Perform Finite Element Analysis (FEA) studies to optimise optical mirror and support structure assembly design- Draft 3D drawings of components and fixtures, indicating dimensions and tolerances along with relevant data- Interpretation and communication of key findings to to industry partners through presentations and technical reports- Plan, co‑ordinate and manage projects’ budget and resources to meet the project objectives- Assess research findings to identify the need/scope for further investigations and the potential commercial exploitation Show less

County Limerick, Ireland

Postdoctoral researcher working on accelerated Rain Erosion Testing (RET) of materials primarily for wind turbine blades. This role involved working closing with industry partner to design experiments to evaluate their materials performanceDuties:- Designed experimental plan to meet customer requirements- Performing accelerated RET on bespoke leading edge protection materials and evaluating their performance- Interpretation and communication of key findings to industry… Show more Postdoctoral researcher working on accelerated Rain Erosion Testing (RET) of materials primarily for wind turbine blades. This role involved working closing with industry partner to design experiments to evaluate their materials performanceDuties:- Designed experimental plan to meet customer requirements- Performing accelerated RET on bespoke leading edge protection materials and evaluating their performance- Interpretation and communication of key findings to industry partners- Supporting and writing of proposals for research funding, successful on securing a 100,000 euro funding- Mentoring and assisting, undergraduate and postgraduate student with research projects- Management of lab space and equipment Show less

Limerick

Research title: Advanced manufacturing of novel hybrid composite-to-metal adhesively bonded jointsMy My Ph.D focused taking a concept from TRL 1 to 4 for multi‑material assemblies and designingsuitable joining techniques. Responsible for manufacturing within a highly interconnected, collaborative team project. This led to the development of a precision laser milling process and the novel moulding process. This allowed for the integration of recessed features into the composite… Show more Research title: Advanced manufacturing of novel hybrid composite-to-metal adhesively bonded jointsMy My Ph.D focused taking a concept from TRL 1 to 4 for multi‑material assemblies and designingsuitable joining techniques. Responsible for manufacturing within a highly interconnected, collaborative team project. This led to the development of a precision laser milling process and the novel moulding process. This allowed for the integration of recessed features into the composite adherend and the development of interlocking bonding surfaces to help provided a more damage tolerant hybrid mechanical‑adhesive joining technology. Show less

County Limerick, Ireland

Teaching assistant for the mechanical, aeronautical and bio-medical department for undergraduates and postgraduates level students.Primary responsibilities:- Demonstrate laboratory experiments and support participation of students during practical sessions.- Correcting and grading of lab course work and coursework materials.- Provide assistance and feedback to academic lecturer.Students: Undergraduates and postgraduates level studentsSubjects: Aircraft… Show more Teaching assistant for the mechanical, aeronautical and bio-medical department for undergraduates and postgraduates level students.Primary responsibilities:- Demonstrate laboratory experiments and support participation of students during practical sessions.- Correcting and grading of lab course work and coursework materials.- Provide assistance and feedback to academic lecturer.Students: Undergraduates and postgraduates level studentsSubjects: Aircraft structures and advanced aircraft structures Show less

Limerick

Research assistant with the Irish Centre for Composites Research (ICOMP) on laser assisted ATP Machine under the supervision of Dr. Ronan O’Higgins and Prof. Michael McCarthyPrimary Responsibilities:- Manufacture of large thermoplastic composite structures via laser assisted ATP and high temperature autoclave processing- Experimental testing and material characterisation- Analysis and interpretation of experimental results for publications- Present and communicate… Show more Research assistant with the Irish Centre for Composites Research (ICOMP) on laser assisted ATP Machine under the supervision of Dr. Ronan O’Higgins and Prof. Michael McCarthyPrimary Responsibilities:- Manufacture of large thermoplastic composite structures via laser assisted ATP and high temperature autoclave processing- Experimental testing and material characterisation- Analysis and interpretation of experimental results for publications- Present and communicate key findings and results- Assisted with research work for industry partners projects Show less

Limerick

Primary Responsibilities:- Main duty is completion of Open Hole Compression (OHC) test program. - Testing program includes OHC testing, stress-strain measurement using extensometer, Radiography, microscopy and Non-destructive testing (NDT) in form of ultrasonic c-scanning.- Analyse and interpretation of experimental results

Galway

Duties:- This was a consumers facing role dealt with timetable enquiries by telephone and face to face with consumers- Handled money and balanced cash flow at end of day- Dealt and resolved minor consumer complaints

Galway

Worked primarily as a process line engineer on blow moulding of catheter dilation balloons on college internshipDuties:- Coordinated upgrade and validation of inspection software for quality control of balloon catheters- Provided training and support to operation staff on new inspection software- Identification and analysis of potential problems/risks with product batches- Compiled weekly yield reports for management meetings

Galway

Duties:- This was a consumers facing role dealt with timetable enquiries by telephone and face to face with consumers- Handled money and balanced cash flow at end of day- Dealt and resolved minor consumer complaints

Doctor Of Philosophy - Phd, Mechanical Engineering

Activities and Societies: Departmental soccer team Awarded Ph.D funding as part of Prof. Conor McCarthy (PI) SFI funded investigator.

Bachelor Of Engineering (B.Eng.), Mechanical Engineering, First Class Honours Degree

Subject Studied: Mechanics of Solids, Mechanics of Plastics and Composites, Engineering mechanics (Statics and Dynamics), Mechanical.

Education record