Serving a global market, Walker Filtration designs, develops and manufactures a comprehensive range of high quality Compressed Air Filtration, Vacuum Air/Oil Separation, and Drying solutions for a wide range of industrial and medical applications. Our mission is to remain at the forefront of the filtration industry – continuously developing new technologies, processes and solutions.With an extensive range of industry leading compressed air, gas and vacuum purification solutions, our product capabilities not only include an extensive standard product range of; Filter Housings, Vacuum Air/Oil Separators, Original and Alternative Elements, Flanged Filters, High Pressure Filters, Stainless Steel High Pressure Filters, (up to 350barg), Breathing Air filtration, Silicone Free compressed air solutions, Surgical Smoke Evacuation Units, and Desiccant Dryers.Walker Filtration’s in-house manufacturing capabilities and technical expertise also enables us to develop non-standard solutions for specific applications and OEM requirements.We are a company founded on sound engineering and innovation in technology. We believe that in order to deliver exceptional customer satisfaction, we have to provide the most technically appropriate solution.

Faltec Europe Ltd was formed in 1989 and was previously known as Hashimoto Ltd. We are the largest private sector employer in South Tyneside, located in the North East of England, with a workforce of around 550 workers.We are also a proud member of the Faltec Group, headquartered in Japan, with a global workforce of over 2,500 workers.We are a world class manufacturing company and an accredited Tier 1 supplier to the automotive sector, with key global OEM customers, for whom we manufacture a wide range of exterior and interior trim products.

Founded in 2003 by Industrial designer Richard Liddle, the Cohda studio has expanded into a multi-faceted team of creatives, designers, engineers, makers and craftsmen. Due to this diversity and a relentless curiosity, Cohda are capable of delivering highly innovative design solutions.At the heart of Cohda is a commitment to research, experiment, and innovate. Driven by new materials, pioneering technology, and the latest manufacturing techniques Cohda create contemporary, bold and revolutionary products that surprise and excite.As an independent studio Cohda provide design services from initial strategy and concept design through to design engineering for full production to like-minded organisations.Cohda designs have achieved wide acclaim, and secured world patents, licensing opportunities and vastly increased sales for our clients

Walker Filtration manufactures an extensive range of high efficiency compressed air filtration and drying equipment. Remaining at the forefront of the filtration industry, continuously developing new technologies, processes and solutions. Targeting an international market, with commitment to excellent levels of customer support, quality and service from all aspects of the business.Formed in 1983 by husband and wife team Brian and Carol Walker, the European-headquartered Walker Filtration group now serves a global filtration market of 100+ countries from its strategic business units in Europe, The Americas, Asia and Australasia.International success has been recognised by the Queen's Award for International Trade on four occasions. In 2008, Group MD Lianne Walker was awarded an MBE for her services to Manufacturing and International Trade, following in the footsteps of her father and company founder, Brian Walker, seven years earlier.

Crypsis Lighting research, design and manufacture high quality innovative lighting solutions for the domestic and commercial world lighting markets.The emerging Crypsis brand aims to continually innovate and add value to a user’s experience of light by developing our innovative range of Crypsis lighting products.Crypsis technology exploits the low voltage capability of LED lighting beyond that of historic bulb replacement and static LED systems. This allows Crypsis products to break the constraints of currently understood lighting systems, and open a new era of possibilities in commercial and domestic lighting.

AXON is dedicated to the fundamental belief that Alternative Thinking results in exceptional personal service, product reliability, responsiveness, and accountability. Whether domestic or international, AXON is dedicated to scaling the personal touch, one client at a time. From quoting equipment to responding to service requests, AXON is entirely focused on your immediate business needs - wherever, whenever.

GE Oil & Gas is a world leader in advanced technology equipment and services for all segments of the oil and gas industry, from drilling and production, LNG, pipelines and storage to industrial power generation, refining and petrochemicals. GE Oil & Gas employs more than 35,000 people worldwide and operates in more than 100 countries.Responsibilities include:Provide design engineering support from FEED study concept through to project executionProvide technical support to internal engineering activities and to external customersFollow, audit and improve the Engineering Department’s processes. Provide detailed technical and commercial evaluations as part of the bid processSet and achieve personal objectives that roll up into departmental key performance indicators.Achievements:Published an academic research paper through my MSc sponsorship which looked at ways of improving the efficiency of the projects department. Data collected from the company was combined with the latest academic research and suggestions were formulated to improve the department’s functional resource efficiency. The main suggestion being to adapt the matrix based organisational structure into a more process orientated structure.Worked as the design engineer for the development of the solution for the high pressure, high temperature FLNG market. Gained the title of subject expert for the work carried out on the pressure retaining barrier for flexible oil and gas pipelines by building an in-depth understanding of the design, engineering, materials and manufacturing aspects. This work allowed the barrier thicknesses to be optimised which reduced materials and costs on all future projects.Worked as the design engineer for the development of solution for the high sour fields which have previously been too technologically challenging to exploit.

Siemens has a strong established presence in the North East employing around 2,000 staff across a number of businesses. Siemens Energy with offices in both Hebburn and Monkton, offers products and solutions in the high-voltage field and is the UK market leader in power transmission projects for large offshore grid projects. Responsibilities include:Provide conceptual design solutions for transmission substations.Produce engineering technical specifications.Liaise with the Civils department to ensure full scope of work is covered.Ensure consistency with the Engineering Department’s procedures.Attend technical meetings with the client either site or office based to ensure visual client satisfaction.Ensure design risk assessments are in place for design solutions.Actively promote “Top+” business improvement and “Think Customer” customer care initiatives.Liaise with external design organisations ensuring technical compliance of engineering solutions.Achievements:Successfully engineered design solutions for numerous substations, ranging from interfacing small items of equipment with existing infrastructure, to entire new substations on green field sites. A member of the pilot scheme implementing a new software system called PrimTech which is primary engineering tool and database developed by Siemens as an add-on to AutoCAD 3D and leads to more efficient and better design solutions. Winner of a “Top+” continuous improvement award for the successful implementation of an overhead line tower data resource. This resulted an initial saving of £2000, plus savings on all future projects. Winner of a “Champions” award for the development of a new streamlined process for asset replacement. This included a standard suite of documentation and templates to ensure the high standard of technical drawings. This resulted in a one off saving of £250,000 as well as continued savings for future projects.

Parker domnick hunter is a world leader in the filtration, purification and separation of compressed air and gases with many significant brand labelled products and major customers. Specialising in the fine end of the market where product quality, support and technological excellence are paramount, it designs and manufactures filters, dryers, breathing air purifiers, condensate management products and ancillary equipment. Responsibilities include:The design and development of new hydrogen generators and zero air generators Provide conceptual design solutions for new gas generation products.Work with specialist suppliers to achieve innovative solutions and pioneering products.Work with assembly departments and shop floor operatives to ensure optimum design for lean build initiatives.Liaise with the sales and marketing department to ensure all product requirements are covered.2D and 3D Design Engineering.Ensure FMEA assessments are in place for design solutions.Actively promote “Winnovation” business improvement programmes.Promote best practice sharing with other Engineering departments within the division.Liaise with external approval organisations to ensure technical compliance of finished products.Achievements:Developed a new range of hydrogen generators that can run continuously, with the reliability of a generator system and the purity of a bottled system.Produced the conceptual design for the new Parker Hydrogen Generator. This was presented and acclaimed by the board of directors, and the design developed into a market leading product. Designed and developed an innovative new zero air product which has an optional stacking function to save valuable laboratory bench space making the product stand out against its competitors.Developed, organised and maintained a test rig to monitor and log endurance testing on new types of hydrogen fuel cells.

Triumph Motorcycles is currently the fastest growing motorcycle brand in the world. For over a decade Triumph has produced iconic bikes which perfectly blend design, character, charisma and performance. Triumph currently employs around 1200 personnel worldwide, producing around 50,000 bikes per year. Responsibilities include:Working in the design team responsible for the development of 1050cc drivetrain and its interfacing with the Speed Triple, Sprint ST and Tiger motorcycles. Provide engineering support to the 955cc drivetrain motorcycles in current production with issues such as warranty claims or production processes.Work with stylists, engine consultants and test houses to achieve innovative solutions and reliable products.Work with assembly departments and shop floor operatives to ensure optimum design for lean build initiatives as well as adopting and working with 5C principles.3D Design Engineering.Promote best practice sharing with other drivetrain and chassis teams.Attend motorcycle shows and events as technical advisor.Achievements:Successfully designed the exhaust system of the 1050cc engine in order to meet the Euro 2 emissions targets.Overcame a design and production issue with the Sprint ST which was getting negative press coverage due to a heavy clutch lever.Produced a 1-off special Speed Triple motorcycle for the specific use in stunt shows. This was then presented and handed over to the Triumph sponsored stuntman, Kevin Carmichael.

Rolls Royce Michell Bearings is the premier designer and manufacturer of self-contained whitemetal and PTFE faced hydrodynamic bearings for a wide range of marine and industrial applications. Marine applications include the supply of equipment for naval vessels, the cruise / ferry industry, merchant ships and offshore oil / gas.Responsibilities include:Worked on an industrial placement as a member of an established design team developing a high level of understanding of the business structure and environment of a large manufacturing company.Built up a detailed knowledge of the design and database software used in modern engineering design companies.Developed written and oral communications skills from frequently having to produce and present progress reports to senior management.Using design and programming software to make storage libraries available through company database.3D Design Engineering.Achievements:Worked with the development engineer to improve the efficiency and quality of engineering drawings with the replacement of film archives with automated electronic versions.Developed a new way of creating product families within Pro/Engineer. Replacing the old spreadsheet based family table system with a newer and more reliable inherited parts system.