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Brackley, England, United Kingdom

I specialise in the development of high-performance automotive transmission systems, focusing on the design of transmission casings and key internal components. I have driven the adoption of Romax drive-line analysis tools to optimise system performance and efficiency.

Brackley, England, United Kingdom

Seconded to Mercedes-EQ Formula E Team, I developed the Mercedes HPP Generation 3 Formula E Differential.My role expanded to include the full development of the transmission system and its integration into the chassis.

Brackley, England, United Kingdom

I accepted a secondment to integrate the Americas Cup team (ARL) within Mercedes Applied Science, ensuring alignment of design and operational methodologies. I contributed to the AC40 test boat, developing systems for the AC75 racing yacht, and was responsible for designing an innovative steering system, including the rudder support and control mechanisms. I also worked on the mechanical installations for the Foil Cant System (FCS). After the successful launch of the AC40, I… Show more I accepted a secondment to integrate the Americas Cup team (ARL) within Mercedes Applied Science, ensuring alignment of design and operational methodologies. I contributed to the AC40 test boat, developing systems for the AC75 racing yacht, and was responsible for designing an innovative steering system, including the rudder support and control mechanisms. I also worked on the mechanical installations for the Foil Cant System (FCS). After the successful launch of the AC40, I transitioned to the AC75 race boat. Show less

Grove, England, United Kingdom

I contributed to the establishment of a new KERS design department at Williams F1, working on the integration of a high-speed flywheel energy storage system into the car chassis. My responsibilities included designing subsystems such as high vacuum, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems, as well as overseeing the development of test chassis to support KERS components. My work spanned across design, testing, and compliance with FIA and CAA requirements, using NX CAD for most of… Show more I contributed to the establishment of a new KERS design department at Williams F1, working on the integration of a high-speed flywheel energy storage system into the car chassis. My responsibilities included designing subsystems such as high vacuum, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems, as well as overseeing the development of test chassis to support KERS components. My work spanned across design, testing, and compliance with FIA and CAA requirements, using NX CAD for most of the design work. Show less

I produced initial design concepts for the complete transmission system, having responsibility for the differentialdesign and design of the clutch, clutch actuation and gear selection systems of the Williams F1 car, using SDRCIDEAS Master Series 11 reporting directly to the Chief Designer.