Technical Development Engineer

• Oct 2021 - Present

Renewable Energy Engineer

• Sep 2016 - Oct 2021

Role involves engagement in the development, planning and design of renewable technologies including wind, solar, shallow geothermal and hybrid systems and micro-grids comprising energy storage. This has involved involvement at every stage of the development process from site finding and pre-feasibility, through development to financial close, construction and operational monitoring. Key projects have included multi mega-watt utility scale plants across various African, European, Caribbean, North American and Asian markets for clients including financial institutions, project developers, national governments and utility providers.

Planning and Environmental Placement Student

• Jan 2015 - Jul 2015

Primarily tasks were oriented towards gaining renewable energy schemes planning permission. The predominant focus was on the development of sub 5MW ground mounted solar PV schemes, with some experience also being gained in wind energy developments. Responsibilities included; - Engagement at all stages of the planning process - Conducting initial site appraisals and feasibility studies for ground mounted solar PV developments, typically circa 5MW scale - Design and scaling of solar PV developments - Techno-economic analyses of combining solar PV with existing wind energy developments - Familiarisation with EIA process - Aiding in post construction noise monitoring of wind energy developments

Receptionist

• May 2013 - Aug 2014

Responsibilities included: - Maintaining high levels of customer care - Liaising with management and team members - Invoicing and purchasing - Handling large sums of cash - Ensuring high levels of communication between team members and public - Aiding in creating development plans based upon feedback from customers, staff and management

Duty Officer

• Jun 2012 - Aug 2014

Responsibilities include; - Managing Stonehaven leisure centre in a safe and efficient manner, ensuring the health and safety of both customers and fellow staff members. - Assisting the Community Leisure officer in the management of Stonehaven leisure centre and affiliated centres. - Ensuring that correct financial and security procedures are adhered to.

Leisure Attendant

• Feb 2011 - Aug 2014

Waiter

• Jun 2011 - Aug 2011

Bagpipe Tutor

• Aug 2009 - Aug 2011

Tutored and developed the bagpiping skills for a range of clients with various abilities and stages of proficiency. Tutored and developed the bagpiping skills for a range of clients with various abilities and stages of proficiency.