Lead Technical Projects Engineer

• Dec 2021 - Present

Senior Research Engineer

• Sep 2020 - Dec 2021

Research Engineer

• Oct 2018 - Sep 2020

I am currently contributing to two projects demonstrating the generation of electricity from low grade waste heat streams by utilising novel thermodynamic cycles. The projects are separately funded by EU Horizon 2020 and Innovate UK, with the prototype units hosted on industrial partner sites. These solutions offer the Industry reductions in emissions, security of supply, and energy savings. My main responsibilities include:- Thermodynamic modelling, heat transfer & fluid flow analysis, vibration analysis - Data collection & processing, model validation and report writing - Component sizing and procurement

Graduate Engineer - USA Supply

• Apr 2018 - Sep 2018

The Spirax Sarco graduate scheme consists of four 6-month long rotations in various departments across the global business. I spent my fourth and final rotation of the scheme overseas in South Carolina as part of the USA Supply department, gaining exposure to a diverse customer base with alternate customer requirements. During this period I broadened my understanding of manufacturing principles and gained an insight into the importance of supply chain management. Responsibilities:- Management of process improvement projects- Ownership of capital requests & budget management- Data analysis of two main metrics, OTTR and IQM, to drive continuous improvements- Investigation into potential for supply chain security improvements - Provision of engineering support to other departments- Proposing potential engineering solutions to management Technical Skills:- OTTR and IQM analysis- Project management- Sizing steam system components- Budget management & component procurement

Graduate Engineer - Group Research

• Oct 2017 - Mar 2018

The Spirax Sarco graduate scheme consists of four 6-month long rotations in various departments across the global business. I spent rotation 3 of the scheme within the Group Research department. Entering into the Research environment developed further my thermo-fluid and heat transfer knowledge, enabling me to apply these principles to specific applications. I was able to implement my university knowledge as well as expand my understanding using a number of fluid mechanics and thermodynamics text books, British Standards, research papers and a specific PHD thesis. Responsibilities:- Conducting specialised theoretical analyses of steam fluid flow and heat transfer data- Recording test data in-line with British Standards- Analysing data to a British Standard methodology- Presenting and discussing potential engineering solutions- Designing experiments and test rigs- Safe operation of test rigs- Comparing and evaluating the effectiveness of various designs- Conducting research into novel applicationsTechnical Skills:- Understanding, developing and adapting Excel spreadsheet tools to conduct complex analyses of fluid flow and heat transfer data- Producing comprehensive research reports detailing the operating principles, required system components, safe working limits, suitable applications, costs and lead times for proposed solutions- Leading technical discussions with suppliers - Fabrication, operation and modification of test rigs

Graduate Engineer - UK Sales

• Apr 2017 - Sep 2017

The Spirax Sarco graduate scheme consists of four 6-month long rotations in various departments across the global business. I spent rotation 2 of the scheme within UK Sales working within both UK Technical Sales and UK&ROI Projects teams. The technical sales responsibilities included:- Providing technical support for Spirax Sarco products- Dealing directly with customers - Understanding how a sales team translates customers’ requirements into sales- Developing positive customer relationships - Identifying potential projects & opportunities leading to site visits and additional sales opportunitiesWithin UK&ROI Projects I was responsible for:- Supporting Area Sales Engineers with system design and quotation preparation- Communicating directly with customers to develop design proposals- Generating P&ID drawings using AutoCAD P&ID to support design proposals - Liaising with sub-contractors to fabricate and install various mechanical and electrical elementsTechnical Skills:- Able to identify suitable Spirax Sarco products based on process conditions- Performed sizing calculations for flash vessels - Calculated heat exchanger package duties- Sized steam & condensate pipework- Specified pressure reducing station components - Provided steam trap suitability assessments - Created CAD models for custom pressure vessels- Generated fabrication drawings - Contributed to the production of O&M manuals for entire projects- Attended a number of sites to meet with customers directly; providing assistance in the maintenance, installation, commissioning and fault finding of systems involving Spirax Sarco products

Graduate Engineer - UK Supply

• Sep 2016 - Mar 2017

The Spirax Sarco graduate scheme consists of four 6-month long rotations in various departments across the global business. For rotation 1 of the scheme I joined the Product Engineering Support (PES) division of the UK Supply department. PES is responsible for managing and enhancing the design integrity of UK Supply's product portfolio, verifying and documenting engineering changes and the provision of technical product support. Responsibilities:- The enhancement of existing Spirax Sarco products - Lifecycle and functional testing of prototype designs- Investigating the potential suitability of recently established manufacturing techniques- Prototype testing using live steam- Production of test reports - Broadening supply chain security for at risk products Technical Skills: - Optimised components theoretically using PTC CREO Elements CAD software- Used rapid prototyping to prove design concepts - Manufactured metal prototypes to enable live steam testing - Developed an excel tool to determine burst pressure requirements in line with ASME UG101 specification - Conducted a cost down investigation with the aim of resolving a warranty issue - Performed a Pareto analysis on an existing design- Created a fully costed BOM for a new design delivering a cost saving of 68%- Completed a training course in ASME certification and codes - Witnessed UG101 physical testing procedures

Biopharm Summer Student

• Jul 2015 - Sep 2015

Over a 10-week placement I joined a steering group team who provided project support to the GSK Ulverston Biopharm development in the first phase of a new, multi-million-pound manufacturing project supported by members worldwide. I took on multiple individual assignments and ownership of the land closure management plan. Responsibilities:- Coordinating project meetings- Recording detailed minutes- Production and implementation of agendas and actions lists Technical Skills: - Demonstrated personal strengths in leadership, planning, organisation and communication- Contributed to third party technical discussions between the project sponsors, principle contractors and sub-contractors

Project Support Engineer

• Jul 2013 - Aug 2014

During my 13-month placement I gained exposure to a wide range of engineering practices, assisting in the project management of multiple Combined Heat and Power (CHP) engine and Low Temperature Hot Water (LTHW) system installations. I applied theoretical knowledge gained in my university studies to independently design pipework systems and specify suitable ancillaries. Responsibilities:- Supporting CHP engine & LTHW system design based on fundamental engineering principles- Creation of P&ID drawings - Specifying, ordering and installing components- Communicating with suppliers to obtain quotes, request information and place orders Technical Skills: - Created an excel tool to perform pipe work sizing, system pressure drops, flue design and pipe work stress analysis (thermal expansion) calculations - Capable of specifying pumps, dry air coolers (DACs) and pipe line ancillaries based on process conditions - Completed a specialist AutoCAD LT 2-day training course- Proficient in using EN and ANSI pipe and flange standards