Qualifications
2010 – 2014
University of Bristol MEng Mechanical Engineering 2:1
Relevant Modules: Engineering Mathematics, Mechanics, Thermodynamics, Fluid Mechanics, Material Science, Product Design and Power Generation.
Thesis: Research, design and manufacture of an ultrasonic fluid levitator. Successful outcome sparking media coverage through Channel 4’s television show, Gadget Man. Achieved 1st class grade of 77%.
Languages
English – Native
Spanish – Intermediate
German – Beginner
Career Summary
Jan 2015 – Present
Engineering Intern
BuffaloGrid, InnovationRCA, Royal College of Art, London
• Managing logistics and deployment of an innovative solar energy solution for the developing world.
• Initiated negotiations for the purchase of solar PV cells and solar batteries in remote areas of Sub-Saharan Africa.
• Established ongoing relationships with potential UK manufacturers and lead regular meetings to discuss workflow and pricing.
• Provided detailed product design improvements for the development of new product iterations in preparation for mass production.
July 2013 – September 2013
Student Process Engineer
Siemens Magnet Technology, Eynsham, Oxfordshire, UK
• Managed a number of hands on projects to research, design and build testing equipment for magnets used in MRI technology.
• Led regular project meetings to discuss progress and plan future actions.
• Initiated contact with internal and external customers and suppliers.
• Wrote reports detailing my project results and recommendations to implement process changes representing significant cost and time savings.
• Presented my report to senior colleagues at the Business Unit Review.
July 2012 – August 2012
Assistant Mechanical Engineer
Petrex S.A. Saipem, Eni, Ecuador
• IAESTE internship with drilling services company in Ecuador.
• Performed assembly and maintenance work on drilling equipment on a new rig.
• Gained technical knowledge of drilling processes and oil well classification.
• Greatly improved my Spanish language skills working with native speakers.
Voluntary Work
• Sunday Centre, Sheffield. Food and drink service at homeless shelter (2014)
• Bristol University open day ( 2011).
• Snowsport junior world championships in Cardrona, NZ. Promotions team (2010).
Achievements & Skills
• EWB Wooden Bike Project. Successfully led a student team to build a bamboo bike. Aimed to provide a practical, affordable and easily manufactured bicycle designed for rural farming communities in Africa.
• Instrument Manufacture. Design and make acoustic snare drums and electric guitars.
• Selected to attend Careers International Top Engineers conferences in Frankfurt 2014 and Brussels 2014.
• Proficient word processing and database skills.
• Good knowledge of CAD, FEA and mathematical modelling packages.
