BEng (Hons) AMIMechE

Curriculum Vitae 

D.O.B:              27/07/1980                                Nationality:        British 

Personal Statement 

I am an experienced and motivated Mechanical Engineer with a broad range of skills.  I have the ability to apply both traditional engineering techniques and innovative solutions to complex and novel problems.  I enjoy working and succeeding in challenging and rewarding environments. 

Education 

1998-2002   University of Plymouth.

BEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering. Grade Achieved 2:1 

The degree comprised of theoretical and practical course modules, including; Engineering Design, Thermodynamics, Fracture Mechanics and The Engineer in Business. 

3^rd Year Project – “Investigation into the Pressure Hull Design of Small Section Underwater Vehicles” An investigation into the design and manufacture of pressure hulls suitable for small section underwater vehicles. Stress analysis was performed using Pro/Mechanica Finite Element Software and verification using hand calculations. 

1996-1998 Thomas Hardye School, Dorchester

A-levels Mathematics - C, Chemistry - D, Physics - E and General Studies - D. 

1993-1996 Thomas Hardye School, Dorchester

GCSE’s. 

Further training 

2007     CEng

I am currently working towards achieving CEng accreditation, which will be gained in 2008. 

2007     Project Management

Internal company training on the basics of project management, topics covered included setting up and running projects and customer handling. 

2005     Unigraphics NX3

Training course on the practical applications of Unigraphics NX3 CAD package. 

2004     PUWER and CE marking

Internal company training on the requirements of CE marking and PUWER assessments.

2003     Ship Safety Management Office

Certificated training provided by Det Norske Veritas (DNV) on the production and presentation of safety cases and safety assessments using recognised quantitative and qualitative analysis tools and techniques. 

Employment History 

2005 – Present     [snip], Dorking 

Senior Engineer (Mechanical Design Team) 

Customer facing position that has involved working on a number of varied engineering projects for MoD and non-MoD customers.  Projects undertaken include safety assessments and high-profile design and manufacture projects.  The successful completion of a number of the projects has led to repeat business and further work. 

Key responsibilities and achievements:

• Writing and preparing a number bids and proposals of values ranging from £5k up to £200k.
• Management of projects to £50k value.
• Detailed safety assessment of helicopter fuel system using fault trees.
• Design and testing of blast mitigation barriers for MoD customer.  This work culminated in successful testing and an order for further units.
• Detailed drawings of a Paddock Complex used in Formula 1 entertaining.
• Design, manufacture and commissioning of athlete training equipment for UK Sport.
• Conducted internal company audits in accordance with Quality Assurance procedures.
• Configuration of the optimum hangar deck layout for the new Royal Navy aircraft carriers.
• Design review of an electrically controlled actuator for use on remote oil rigs.
• Extensive use of Unigraphics NX2.

2002 – 2005      [snip], Dorset 

Mechanical Design Engineer (Platform Systems Integration Group) 

Experience across a range of defence projects supporting the Royal Navy, in particular research through to development and production of towed array handling systems. 

Key responsibilities and achievements:

• Design and delivery of current in-service Towed Array Handling Winch Systems.
• Development and delivery of a novel test device used to test weld integrity around deck pads.  I was also required to complete safety assessments including writing the safety case for this and a number of other items of equipment.
• Successful track record in achieving CE accreditation on a range of production standard equipment, which has subsequently been accepted into RN service.
• Wide ranging customer interaction including attending meetings, assessing requirements, writing bids, producing technical deliverable reports and product handover.
• Significant experience at producing drawings to BS EN 8888 using Pro/Engineer 3D CAD package (including use of Pro/Intralink).
• Understanding of Finite Element Analysis, using Pro/Mechanica. Use has included analysis of structures and pressure vessels.
• Everyday use of Microsoft Office applications for report writing and preparing presentations.
• Logistics support to MoD UOR, which included regular liaison with the MoD customer, and ensuring equipment was correctly packed, listed and transported to meet shipment times.

1999 – 2000                  [snip],  Dorset 

Research Engineer 

University Placement Year completed within Underwater Systems Group. Work included research and development projects associated with underwater platforms.  

Key responsibilities and achievements:

• Designing and developing a deployment system for a vertical array.
• Liaising with suppliers and manufacturers to ensure items are delivered on time and to the required quality.

Interests 

I enjoy most sports and my main interests lie in rugby and cycling.  I also enjoy socialising with friends and going to the cinema.  

Languages 

French, G.C.S.E. A grade. 

Other Information 

I hold a full UK driving license. 

References are available on request