
Timeline
About me
Research Engineer | Orbital Marine Power | EngD Student
Education

The university of edinburgh
2021 - 2026Doctorate of engineering (engd) offshore renewable energyActivities and Societies: Mountaineering Club, Gliding IDCORE is a four-year Engineering Doctorate (EngD) programme to train the next-generation of leading offshore renewable engineers. The progrmme includes a taught first year followed by a three year research project based at a sponsoring company. IDCORE is a partnership between The University of Edinburgh, University of Exeter, Strathclyde University, and the Scottish Association for Marine Science (SAMS).

Truro & penwith college
2014 - 2016A-levels mathematics, physics, chemistry, economics physics - a, chemistry - a, mathematics - b, as economics - cActivities and Societies: Academic Society

University of exeter
2016 - 2020Master of engineering - meng mechanical engineering 1st class honoursActivities and Societies: Formula Student, Rowing, Canoe, Scuba Diving, Engineering Society, Engineers Without Borders, Musical Theatre, Exetech
Experience

Merlin cinemas ltd
Apr 2014 - Sept 2016Customer service representativeWorking in the box office and kiosk of a large multiplex cinema. Responsibilities included; selling tickets and providing information about films, selling concessions, cleaning and showing people to their seats.

Newlyn filmhouse
Mar 2016 - Jul 2016Front of house staffFront of house staff at a local independent cinema.Duties included:• Ticket sales• Maintaining cleanliness of screens and shared spaces• Showing customers to their seats, dealing with customer enquiries

Truro & penwith college
Jun 2016 - Sept 2016Personal appliance testerPerformed personal appliance tests (PAT) on electrical equipment within the Penwith Campus of Truro and Penwith College.Responsibilities included:• Conducting PAT tests to comply with the Electrical Safety at Work act• Operation of Seaward Europa PAT testing machine• Logging test results and raising issues to the college electrical team• Liaising with college departments to schedule tests and ensure access

Exeter northcott theatre
Dec 2016 - Jul 2021Casual technicianWorking as part of the large team of show crew for touring theatrical productions. Problem solving on the fly in a high pressure environment on a strict deadline.Ensure technical equipment is setup, rigged safely and operated correctly. Quickly resolve specific problems encountered when implementing design.

University of exeter
Jan 2017 - Aug 2020Student ambassadorPart of a large team of student ambassadors, aiming to promote the University of Exeter and higher education in general to prospective students and parents.Working closely with young people and potential university applicants by providing an insight into university life through presentations and tours, responding to students’ and their parents’/carers’ queries.

Truro & penwith college
Jun 2017 - Sept 2017Grounds workerMaintenance of buildings and outdoor spaces at the Penwith Campus of Truro and Penwith College.Responsibilities include:• Safe use of power tools to perform a variety gardening tasks throughout the campus.• Performing maintenance and decorating tasks at the request of the Grounds Manager.• Ensuring equipment is kept in good condition.

Exetech
Sept 2017 - Jul 2018PresidentPresident at the university's technical theatre and events society. Representing the society to its members, student's guild, university and industry partners.

Babcock international group
Jun 2018 - Aug 2018Mechanical engineering internWorked as part of the Frigate Sustainment team on the Type 23 Frigate Life Extension programme.Investigated feasibility and benefits of mapping of key structural defects onto visualisation software, formulated into a technical report; presented to key stakeholders and heads of departments through a walk around on board a Type 23 Frigate.Provided direct support and technical input to innovation activity and cost saving initiatives, regularly presenting within department.Created a timeline visualisation for an unforeseen key contractual amendment of a Frigate refit, to be utilised for a project pitch, under a strict deadline.Developed personal and professional skills through varied projects and professional development events and training. Show less

Xracing - exeter formula student
Jul 2019 - Sept 2020Team principalTeam Leader for Exeter University 2020 Formula Student team, leading the team to improve our score in 2020 event while increasing inclusivity of the project. Oversee operations of the team, managing links with the university and team’s partners while ensuring knowledge capture and engagement to ensure a future for the team.

Babcock international group
Oct 2020 - Sept 2022Graduate mechanical engineerI undertook 5 placements while on the graduate scheme at Devonport Royal Dockyard; a busy naval marine operational site where I gained varied experience and competencies in line with UK CEng specification.I was commended for excellent communication, problem solving and commitmentto project delivery, achieving "Exceeded Expectations" in all reviews.• I independently designed a bespoke aluminium superstructure for a high-spec small fast boat to stakeholder requirements. I produced a set of models and engineering drawings using AutoCAD Inventor before holding responsibility for overseeing procurement and manufacture. The completed system was delivered to budget and schedule.• As a marine surveyor I assisted with performing structural and dimensional surveys of marine assets utilising laser measurement, 3D scanning, and non-destructive evaluation.• Reviewed literature and data and applied findings to develop an alternativestrategy for technical academic engagement between Babcock and partneruniversities. Outcomes formed the foundation for changes in internal policy.• As a project engineer I managed technical and engineering aspects of work packages as part of civilinfrastructure upgrades in a nuclear facility. Working on-site I ensured contractors delivered to schedule and safety, quality, and regulatory standards.• Worked as part of a small customer-facing team to establish new facility forsmall craft production. Assisted with sea trials and end user workshops. Show less

Idcore - epsrc and nerc industrial cdt for offshore renewable energy
Sept 2022 - nowResearch engineerIDCORE is a four-year Engineering Doctorate (EngD) programme to train the next-generation of leading offshore renewable engineers. The progrmme includes a taught first year followed by a three year research project based at a sponsoring company. IDCORE is a partnership between The University of Edinburgh, University of Exeter, Strathclyde University, and the Scottish Association for Marine Science (SAMS)I am currently in my first year completing a range of modules based at the University of Edinburgh to gain key skills in preparation for beginning my doctoral research project. Modules covered so far include:• Electromechanical and Electronic Energy Conversion Systems.• Economic and Policy Analysis for Offshore Renewables.• Marine Renewable Resource Assessment.• Offshore Engineering.• Research Skills.• Engineering Science Foundations. Show less

Orbital marine power ltd
Jun 2023 - nowResearch engineerPlaced within Orbital Marine Power as part of my IDCORE EngD Research Project.Focused on blades research and development as part of the MAXBlade project.
Licenses & Certifications
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Requirements writing
CourseraFeb 2021 - View certificate

Grandma3 pro beginner
Act lighting inc.May 2020 .webp)
Rya powerboat level 2
Royal yachting association (rya)Jun 2016
First aid at work
Ssg training and consultancy ltdFeb 2022
Microsoft teams champion
365tribe ltdOct 2020.webp)
Full clean uk driving license
Driver and vehicle licensing agency (dvla)May 2017
Working in confined spaces
High speed trainingJun 2023
Iosh managing safely
Ssg training and consultancy ltdApr 2021
Honors & Awards
- Awarded to Ben ThomasVinspired V50 Award Terry Ryall - v Cheif Executive May 2013 I received a 'Vinspired V50' award for completing 50 hours of volunteering for the Cornish Pirates Rugby Club.I volunteered for the media and sport analysis team, assisting with the setup, operation and post-production of video footage. The footage was either passed onto news organisations or used by the team's in-house analyst.
Volunteer Experience
STEM Ambassador
Issued by STEM Learning UK on Aug 2018
Associated with Ben ThomasCornwall Representative
Issued by Institution of Mechanical Engineers on Mar 2021
Associated with Ben ThomasVolunteer Vaccinator
Issued by St John Ambulance on Feb 2021
Associated with Ben Thomas
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