Self-motivated, innovative thinker with over 20 years’ experience working in the composites industry. A highly articulate individual with a proven track record of delivering advanced engineering solutions. Motivational leader producing outstanding results and promoting sustainable development. Expertise in composites processing and automation, supporting a wide range of international companies.Key Skills*Strong practical knowledge of a diverse range of composite material processing techniques: Handlay-up, vacuum infusion, RTM, compression moulding and prepreg (autoclave and out-ofautoclave)*Extensive experience in materials selection and composite layup design*Proficient mechanical engineer with experience in tooling design for both RTM and compressionmoulding, manufacturing low cost robot end effectors and designing laboratory-scale rigs*Developing cost models for evaluating new processes and materials (articles published)*Finite element modelling for stress analysis and failure analysis*Experimental techniques for characterising mechanical performance, including the operation ofInstron testing frames, Digital Image Correlation and Thermal Stress Analysis.*Other experimental proficiencies include: TGA, acid digestion, CMM, SEM and optical microscopy*Experience in non-destructive testing, including ultrasonic C-scanning and micro CT.*Presenting technical papers at international conferences to audiences of over 200 people*Attending research council panel interviews and pitching research proposals to industrialcollaborators*Excellent written communication skills developed by writing technical reports and over 70published articles(www.nottingham.ac.uk/~eazlth).