Leadership & Development Graduate Trainee

• Oct 2022 - Present

Graduate Research Engineer

• Jan 2021 - Aug 2022

Research Engineer within the Automation team, supporting varied and innovative R&D projects for internal and external customers across the automotive, aerospace, energy, defence and sports sectors within the Automated Layup, High Volume Manufacturing and 3D Textiles teams. Experience with process optimisation and design for manufacture for the following composites manufacturing processes: automated and tailored fibre placement, compression moulding, braiding and traditional processes such as hand layup and resin infusion. Responsibilities include: conducting literature reviews, feasibility and concept studies including design, material, process and tooling selection; producing manufacturing documentation including drawings and instruction sheets; carrying out manufacturing trials, problem-solving and interpreting quantitative results on the workshop floor; and communicating with and presenting work to project stakeholders. Favourite projects include: a detailed study to conceptualise and down-select design and processing methods for a repairable, recyclable, UK-made bicycle frame; extensive manufacturing trials and process optimisation for the production of pressure vessels and pipes for the storage and transportation of hydrogen; and supporting the development of a novel bio-derived thermoplastic resin through compression moulding trials. Completed training in: CATIA and Solidworks; wet layup, prepreg and vacuum bagging; technical report writing, presentations and professional mentoring; and data science in digital manufacturing.

Track Test Support Engineer

• Sep 2020 - Dec 2020

Supported the development of class-leading automotive technologies through real-world testing, technical training and support of company partners, within autonomous, safety, dynamics and control testing product areas. Secured role in a particularly competitive and challenging recruitment period whilst completing final year of studies, demonstrating particular aptitude and work ethic. Position required active use of general engineering knowledge; particularly mechanical and mechatronic design, control systems and remote navigation systems. Routinely communicated and discussed highly-technical issues with multi-disciplined engineering teams and international customers to provide efficient and accurate support. Gained awareness of business functions including: mechanical design; test and calibration; and quality management.

Digital Catalyst

• Jun 2019 - Sep 2020

Used Autodesk Fusion 360 to help mountain bike manufacturer Starling Cycles, as a case study of the British manufacturing industry, streamline product development and reduce waste, such as through the use of generative design and additive manufacturing.Key responsibilities included: developing and modifying existing manufactured products and workflows; testing and giving feedback on Autodesk software; rapid prototyping; and regularly communicating with a team of professional engineers and technical consultants.Developed skills in generative design, CAD and gained insight into the future of the design and manufacturing industry.

Student Ambassador

• Apr 2019 - Sep 2020

Promoted to Student Ambassador status after performance at an international Autodesk conference in Barcelona. Assisted the company by giving feedback on the software user experience and workflows, whilst strengthening partnership between the University of Bristol and Autodesk Education. Also contributed to certification examination material as a Subject Matter Expert (SME).

Student Expert

• Mar 2019 - Apr 2019

Awarded Student Expert status by Autodesk after presenting Bachelor's research project to the Education team.

MTB Vice President / UOBCC

• Sep 2018 - Jul 2019

In charge of leading the mountain bike half of the Cycling Club, coordinating weekly rides, trips and events. Worked closely with the Club President, Road VP and the remaining committee members to maintain the image of the club whilst increasing membership and member satisfaction. In charge of leading the mountain bike half of the Cycling Club, coordinating weekly rides, trips and events. Worked closely with the Club President, Road VP and the remaining committee members to maintain the image of the club whilst increasing membership and member satisfaction.

Design Engineering Intern

• Sep 2018 - Mar 2019

Assisted Temple Cycles as they updated their Adventure Road model, an all-season road bike. Key responsibilities included: market research, design of frame and fork geometry and tube-set and component specification. Also in charge of communicating with potential overseas manufacturers. Expanded knowledge of the bicycle industry, whilst utilising BikeCAD and Autodesk Inventor for design work. Assisted Temple Cycles as they updated their Adventure Road model, an all-season road bike. Key responsibilities included: market research, design of frame and fork geometry and tube-set and component specification. Also in charge of communicating with potential overseas manufacturers. Expanded knowledge of the bicycle industry, whilst utilising BikeCAD and Autodesk Inventor for design work.

Research Engineering Intern

• Oct 2016 - Mar 2018

Lead research role in an exciting manufacturing project, investigating alternative methods for producing a Starling Cycles product. Key responsibilities included: providing accurate information in a concise and presentable form; developing and modifying advanced 3D CAD models of products; designing space envelopes; and summarising findings in a professional report. Developed skills in Computer Aided Design and improved understanding of frame geometry, manufacturing methods and industry trends - analysis continued during Bachelor’s research project and under the Autodesk Digital Catalyst scheme.

Mathematics Tutor

• Apr 2016 - Jul 2016

Tutored a number of students in GCSE Mathematics in the run up to their examinations. Communicated ideas and improved the students’ understanding of various mathematical concepts. Also organised the promotion of the tutoring service by creating adverts and contacting local schools which improved media and self-promotion skills. Tutored a number of students in GCSE Mathematics in the run up to their examinations. Communicated ideas and improved the students’ understanding of various mathematical concepts. Also organised the promotion of the tutoring service by creating adverts and contacting local schools which improved media and self-promotion skills.

Director Of Operations

• Sep 2014 - May 2015

Acted as Operations Director and Graphic Designer for a Young Enterprise company at CRGS. Managed a team assembled to design a child-friendly umbrella, which attracted the attention of local press and the judges of the regional YE competition. Acted as Operations Director and Graphic Designer for a Young Enterprise company at CRGS. Managed a team assembled to design a child-friendly umbrella, which attracted the attention of local press and the judges of the regional YE competition.