Qualifications
2014 Fire Warden & Fire Extinguishers Evolve Training
2010-2014 Pan European Basic Offshore Survival Falck Nutec
2007 Petroskills – Basic Reservoir Engineering Ardoe House Hotel
2007 Setting Priorities & Keeping Organised WTTC – STC
2007 Oilfield Metallurgy & Corrosion WTTC
2006 Introduction to Abaqus FEA Software WTTC – Abaqus
2006 Petroskills – Sand Control Airport Thistle Hotel
2006 Completion Applications WTTC (Rig Train) Ltd
2011 First Aid at Work N.E.S.T
2003 – 2005 BEng Mechanical Systems Robert Gordon University
2003 Casing Exit Technology WTTC (Rig Train) Ltd
2000 – 2001 HND Mechanical Engineering Aberdeen College
1999 – 2000 HNC Mechanical Engineering Aberdeen College
1998 – 1999 Pre entry course for HNC/HND Aberdeen College
1998 Autoclave Engineer George Mellor Ltd (London)
1996 Intro Welding (Mig/Tig/Arc) Aberdeen College
1993 – 1994 Non Destructive Testing Aberdeen College
1992 – 1994 Abrasive Wheels Scota Ltd /GB Training
1992 – 1994 Banksman / Slinger Scota Ltd/GB Training
Carer Summary
• Component Assembly & Test of Flow Metering Equipment
• Drilling Tool Design to API 7-1, 7-2, 7-1 Addendum 3, NS1, 2, & DS1
• Artificial Lift Drivetrain Development for both ESP & PCP pump systems
• Hydrostatic Pressure Testing to API 6A, 17D and BS8010 standards
• ROV Heavy Lift Module (HLM) & Running Tool maintenance & fabrication
• Gas Pressure Testing (Helium/Nitrogen) and Hyperbaric Testing
• Maintenance and testing of oilfield Filtration Equipment
• Mud Logging and MWD units, equipment fabrication & maintenance
• ISO 9001/2, API Q1 environment literate
• Pro/Engineer, AutoCAD 2D & Inventor, Solid Works literate
• Casing Exit Technology
• Driving Passenger Carrying Vehicles
• Pan European Basic Offshore Safety Survival
• Completion Applications
• Qualified Jogscotland Coach
• Qualified First Aider
• Fire Warden & Fire Extinguishers
Zilift Ltd, Aberdeen
Lead Engineer (Torque Drive)
Aug 2013 to Present
Responsible for leading a team of engineers for the Torque Drive New Product Development for both mechanical and electrical to ensure project are completed within the parameter of the project schedule and within budget. Maintain the project folders both electronic and paper trail. Verification of the module design by calculation and FEA analyse and also by physical testing. Ensure all manufacturing drawings have accurate information on them. Source quotes for manufacture and purchase and expedite parts for engineering prototypes ensuing it’s within budget. Perform FAT testing of full assemblies as well as conducting field trial installations. Assist and provide technical help to the sales team in the preparation of quotations and technical packages. Provide technical support for the delivery of lunch and learn sessions. Also assist the Engineering Manager where possible by introducing engineering process and procedure and necessary forms to improve engineering performance where possible to the requirements of ISO9001.
Paradigm Drilling Services Inverurie
Principal Engineer
Nov 2011 to Aug 2013
Core responsibilities in this position is to manage a small team of design engineer’s assigning various product line needs from new designs to modifications of existing designs. Maintain and ensure Projects are completed within the allocated timeframe and within budget. Verification of design calculations to ensure safe design practices is followed. Ensure all manufacturing drawings have the accurate information on them. Source quotes for manufacture and purchase and expedite for all engineering projects. Set up and maintain API Q1/ISO 9001 auditable processes for Design Engineering. Creation of engineering numbering database and maintaining links. Provide internal sustaining engineering support for an API qualified machine shop with regards to all Bottom Hole Assembly Drilling Equipment which includes steel and nonmagnetic drill collars, stabilizers, hole openers (Fixed Bladed) and various types of subs, suitable for drilling 6″ to 42″ hole sizes meeting API, DS-1, NS-1 & NS-2 specifications as well as the Fishing Tool product lines from Taper Mills, Junk Mill, Washover shoes et and also responsible for the ERD technology product line.
Weatherford Wellscreens Aberdeen
Design / Snr. Design Engineer
July 2005 to Oct 2010
Responsibilities in this position are to perform general duties assigned by the Engineering Project Supervisor carrying out the preparation of design packages for the performance of a design review ready for manufacture. To develop test procedures and reports based on project related work. Liaise with the Test Engineer with testing programmes. Liaise with the Drafters and Design Engineers ensuring they are provided with adequate information for the production of manufacturing drawings. Maintain and ensure Projects are completed within the allocated timeframe and within budget. Provide assistance if required during the build and testing assistance as dictated by Project activities, responsible for the preparation of Technical Manuals for the assembly and maintenance of all expansion equipment. Also to assess the cost implementations of design changes or new designs, informing projected costs to the Engineering Project Supervisor. Fill in for Engineering Supervisor when instructed to. Main product line within this division is the creation & maintenance of all Expandable Sand Screen products, as well as the day to day running of the Goods Inwards Inspection Department with respect to providing engineering support when dealing with Non Conformance Reports and Vendor Concessions.
Weatherford Drilling & Well Services Aberdeen
Drafter
Sept 2002 to July 2005
Brit Bit (BBL) Downhole Tools Ltd (Acquired by Weatherford) Aberdeen
Junior Drafter
May 2001 to Sept 2002
First Aberdeen Aberdeen
PCV Driver
Aug 1999 to May 2001
Kvaerner Oil Field Products Ltd Aberdeen
Mechanical/Electrical Technician
Oct 1996 to Apr 1999
AFOS International Ltd Aberdeen
Mechanical Fitter
Dec 1993 to Oct 1996
Superior Oilfield Products Ltd (UK) Aberdeen
Semi-Skilled Engineer
Oct 1992 – July 1993
Exlog (Exploration Logging) North Sea Ltd Aberdeen
Workshop Assistant / Driver
Oc t 1990 – Sept 1992
Rubberatkins Ltd Aberdeen
R&D Engineer Manager Oct 2010 to Sep2011
Core responsibilities in this position are to manage the various R&D projects and to manage the personnel to ensure they are working to their full potential. Assign the workload to the engineers to ensure projects deadlines are met. Provide a training programme for the engineers so they are working to their full potential within the department. Develop and implement design procedures to ensure engineering competence is achieved. Compilation of design input requirements. Maintain and ensure Projects are completed within the allocated timeframe and within budget. Verification of design calculations to ensure safe design practices is followed. Ensure all manufacturing drawings have the accurate information on them. Liaise with eternal bodies such as clients and suppliers to ensure all the relevant information has been sought for adequate design and manufacture of products. Provide technical help to the sales team in the preparation of quotations. Also provide technical support for the delivery of lunch and learn sessions. Maintain complete project records and report all development projects at management meetings. Complete development projects within the required timeframe. Completion of any tasks assigned by the company directors.
Weatherford Wellscreens Aberdeen
Design / Snr. Design Engineer July 2005 to Oct2010
Responsibilities in this position are to perform general duties assigned by the Engineering Project Supervisor carrying out the preparation of design packages for the performance of a design review ready for manufacture. To develop test procedures and reports based on project related work. Liaise with the Test Engineer with testing programmes. Liaise with the Drafters and Design Engineers ensuring they are provided with adequate information for the production of manufacturing drawings. Maintain and ensure Projects are completed within the allocated timeframe and within budget. Provide assistance if required during the build and testing assistance as dictated by Project activities, responsible for the preparation of Technical Manuals for the assembly and maintenance of all expansion equipment. Also to assess the cost implementations of design changes or new designs, informing projected costs to the Engineering Project Supervisor. Fill in for Engineering Supervisor when instructed to. Main product line within this division is the creation & maintenance of all Expandable Sand Screen products, as well as the day to day running of the Goods Inwards Inspection Department with respect to providing engineering support when dealing with Non Conformance Reports and Vendor Concessions.
Weatherford Drilling & Well Services Aberdeen
Drafter Sept 2002 to July 2005
Brit Bit (BBL) Downhole Tools Ltd (Acquired by Weatherford) Aberdeen
Junior Drafter May 2001 to Sept 2002
First Aberdeen Aberdeen
PCV Driver Aug 1999 to May 2001
Kvaerner Oil Field Products Ltd Aberdeen
Mechanical/Electrical Technician Oct 1996 to Apr 1999
AFOS International Ltd Aberdeen
Mechanical Fitter Dec 1993 to Oct 1996
Superior Oilfield Products Ltd (UK) Aberdeen
Semi-Skilled Engineer Oct 1992 – July 1993
Exlog (Exploration Logging) North Sea Ltd Aberdeen
Workshop Assistant / Driver Oct 1990 – Sept 1992
