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Thatcham, England, United Kingdom

Although my initial role was titled ‘Lead Additive Manufacturing Engineer’, I ended up as acting technology expert since the CTO left shortly after my appointment. In this capacity, I am responsible for parameter development, reviewing and programming heat treatments, advising on technical matters, acting as a technical contact for customers (mostly defence/aerospace), as well as looking after ongoing Innovate UK projects such as AEPEC and ORSAM. I also support the Quality Manager, supplying statistically derived values for datasheets and material procurement and advising on changes to documented processes. When not following up R&D related activities, I support production in setting up customer builds with associated routing using Microsoft NAV.

Derbyshire, England, United Kingdom

I had two roles at Metron AE. In my primary role as AM Manager, it was my responsibility to ensure part production wass done on schedule and adhering to the quality control management system that is AS9100 certified. This included such tasks as constantly reviewing and updating procedures and relevant process documentation, through to acting as a machine operator if the main technician required additional help. The AM machines under my supervision were an Arcam Q10 EBM processing Ti6Al4V and an EOS M400 processing Scalmalloy (a high strength AM friendly Al alloy).My secondary role as AM engineer saw me offering advice to the design engineers as needed, utilising my CAD and AM experience to make parts more AM friendly.

Sheffield, United Kingdom

My role at TWI was extremely varied in nature: one moment I'd be on the shop floor, preparing the next build to go on a PBF-LB machine; the next writing a proposal for the next round of funding in a research call; and everything in between! My particular specialities at TWI involved development for PBF-LB of lattice and thin wall part manufacture, which amongst other things included parameter optimisation and CAD design.

Bristol, United Kingdom

I worked at GKN Aerospace as an Additive Manufacturing Specialist, focusing on EBM whilst simultaneously offering support to the laser powder bed specialist. I have organised design of experiment routines for optimising thin wall structures and have been involved in optimising build layouts and support strategies, as well as implementing novel solutions for dealing with distortion.

Stone, Uk

I was employed by Renishaw as a process development engineer, working to develop both material parameters and control of incoming material for use in the Renishaw range of additive manufacturing machines. Originally I was hired as a mechanical design engineer (working on what is now known as the RenAM 500M) before being reallocated to the material development side due to my PhD experience. In my last role, I am also responsible for continually improving the material development process, as well as handling any CAD related demands for the process development team and making recommendation on new equipment to buy. Additionally, I developed a new sign off build geometry which every Renishaw machine must produce before being certified for use. During my time at Renishaw I became familiar with Unigraphics, Teamcentre and to a lesser extent ANSYS, as well as becoming quite proficient in the use of the OGP MVP (a contact/non-contact CMM and microscope system) and receiving training in the use of the Renishaw Equator system (an advanced gauging tool). I have also been trained extensively in the use of QuantAM, Renishaw’s additive manufacturing build preparation software.

Coventry, Uk

I was employed as a research engineer at the Manufacturing Technology Centre in Coventry as part of the team responsible for producing the additively manufactured Rolls-Royce Trent XWB bearing (currently the largest civil aero engine component manufactured by such a technique). My main purpose was twofold: one, to oversee the running of an Arcam electron beam melting machine, of which I have level two operator training; and two, to ensure quality and accuracy of parts produced. I have been trained to use a GOM ATOS Triple Scan system (with training in PolyWorks for inspection) and limited CT scanning training as part of my duties. From time to time I was also called upon to use my SolidWorks knowledge to help in other projects apart from my own.

Plymouth, United Kingdom

For the final six months of my PhD I also worked full time as a mechanical design engineer at Oakmount Control systems, a company that specialises in PLCs and also produces equipment for factory production lines (anything from safety guards to actual in-line processing equipment).

Exeter, United Kingdom

I worked part time at Tradewind Turbines (now 'Sail Powered Energy') as a mechanical/CAD engineer. This involved working with other engineers to design and manufacture a new generation of portable wind turbine, which has had great interest shown in by the MOD.

Doctor Of Philosophy - Phd, Engineering, Pass

Selective laser melting of advanced metal alloys for aerospace applications

Master Of Science - Ms, Engineering And Management, Merit

Bachelor Of Engineering - Be, Mechanical Engineering