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David Potter

David Potter

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Design Computational Engineer (High Rise) at Ramboll

  • Education

    • Aquinas College

      2012 - 2014
      A Levels

      + A Levels: - Mathematics - Physics - 3D Design - General Studies - Information Technology (AS) + Subject Ambassadors for 3D Design+ Awards: - Silver and Bronze Duke of Edinburgh’s Award+ GCSE's: 11 subjects including English, Mathematics and Triple Science (11 A* to C)

    • The University of Sheffield

      2014 - 2018
      Master of Engineering (MEng) Civil and Structural Engineering Class One Honours (1st)

      Activities and Societies: Civil Engineering Society, Men's Cricket Team, Ski Club, Canoe and Kayak Club. + Dissertation: ‘Numerical Simulation of Flow Surface Pattern’. Developed a numerical model of free surface disturbances in shallow turbulent flows using the concept of oscilons. + MEng specialist modules: - Computational Structural Analysis - Structural Dynamics and Applications to Earthquake Engineering and Vibration - Advanced Concrete Design - Blast and Impact Effects on Structures+ Awards: - Achieve More Final Year - Global… Show more + Dissertation: ‘Numerical Simulation of Flow Surface Pattern’. Developed a numerical model of free surface disturbances in shallow turbulent flows using the concept of oscilons. + MEng specialist modules: - Computational Structural Analysis - Structural Dynamics and Applications to Earthquake Engineering and Vibration - Advanced Concrete Design - Blast and Impact Effects on Structures+ Awards: - Achieve More Final Year - Global Engineering Challenge: Best Overall Solution & Communicated Solution + Degree fully satisfies the educational base requirements for registration with the Engineering Council as a Chartered Engineer. Show less

  • Experience

    • RMD Kwikform

      Jun 2015 - Jun 2018
      Student Engineer

      + Student Engineer on RMD Kwikform’s Scholarship program.+ Involved with temporary works design and attended meetings on Crossrail, The Mersey Gateway, and Manhattan Loft Gardens.

    • RMD Kwikform

      Sept 2018 - Oct 2020
      Graduate Engineer

      + Specialised in the design and analysis of structural support solutions in accordance with technical data and appropriate standards, including the Eurocode suite and BS5975.+ Involved with the development of new construction products and design workflows that improve both safety and efficiency.+ Accomplishments: - Founding member of RMD Kwikform’s ‘Employee Engagement Network’. A multi-disciplinary team facilitating idea development and implementation. - Member of RMD Kwikform’s ‘CAD Superuser Group’. Show less

    • Costain Group PLC

      Oct 2020 - Mar 2022
      Graduate Digital Engineer

      + Develop data driven design workflows that streamline analysis and the production of deliverables, substantially reducing design time and cost. Take an algorithmic approach to express design logic, converting technical rulesets into reliable design tools. + Experience delivering projects using Computational Design techniques. + Good knowledge of a wide range of proprietary design and analysis software packages. (Tekla Suite, Rhino + Grasshopper, Revit + Dynamo, AutoCAD plus similar others)+ Developing knowledge of a few programming languages. + Regularly researcher of the state-of-the-art technologies and new developments in the AEC industry to enhance our available toolkit. Show less

    • Ramboll

      Mar 2022 - now
      Design Computational Engineer (High Rise)

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Academically Qualified Person (AQP)

      Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS)
      Oct 2018

    • APM Project Fundamentals Qualification (PFQ)

      Association for Project Management
      Feb 2021
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  • Honors & Awards

    • Awarded to David Potter
      Achieve More Final Year The University of Sheffield 2018 Communicated complex material to a range of audiences, enhanced my interaction skills, developed a deeper understanding of how to publicise research using different communication methods.
    • Awarded to David Potter
      Global Engineering Challenge: Best Overall Solution & Best Communicated Solution The University of Sheffield 2015 Produced the winning design proposal while working in a multi-disciplinary team to develop a solution to a real-life problem, considering global environmental, economic, and social contexts.
    • Awarded to David Potter
      Silver and Bronze Duke of Edinburgh’s Award The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award 2014
    • Awarded to David Potter
      The Young Leader Belt The Scout Association 2014

  • Volunteer Experience

    • Assistant Cub Scout Leader

      Issued by 1st High Lane Scout Group on Jan 2011
      1st High Lane Scout GroupAssociated with David Potter

    • Secretary

      Issued by Goyt District Scout Network on Feb 2014
      Goyt District Scout NetworkAssociated with David Potter