Darren Bentham

Experience

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  Vividale Ltd, Cabin Pac

  Jun 2010 - Sept 2010

  Carpenter

  Vividale Limited is an Irish company that specialises in the supply of buildings, prefabricated, industrial consultants to the domestic and international marketsDuties• Assemble prefabricate structures on site• Provide assistance to trade qualified peopleAchievements• Ability to build strong relation within a large dynamic company

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  NewBoliden, Tara Mines

  Jun 2012 - Sept 2012

  Maintenance Engineer

  New Boliden Tara Mines is Europes largest (ninth globally) underground zinc mineDuties• Ensure the maintenance plan and schedule of machinery breakdowns are updated to Gantt schedules for review by management• Analyse maintenance system to ensure maximum utilisation and equipment optimisation• Testing of concrete products to find the root cause of the product drying too fast

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  Sheila Monaghan

  Sept 2012 - Nov 2014

  Mechanical Engineer

  • Finalise production schedule including selection of manufacturing methods, fabrication and operation• Design using SolidWorks for detailed parts to be given to a manufacturing company• Site preparation and mark out• Operation of heavy machinery such as excavators and forklifts• Use of tools such as pillar drills, welders, laser levels, grinders, levels, etc.

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  Self Employed

  Jun 2013 - Sept 2013

  Site Engineer

  Duties• Construction of concrete pathways, brick walls, wooden sheds and tiling• Develop project objectives by reviewing project proposal and plans • Determine project deliverables by identification of project phasing and impacts• Interface with multiple engineering disciplines and trades professionalsAchievements• Ability to work with a diverse group of people on site and in the office• Strict adherence to Occupational Health and Safety requirements• High standard of work quality that met customer satisfaction Show less

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  RPM Australia-Pacific PTY ltd

  Nov 2014 - Jul 2015

  Maintenance and Design Engineer

  • Carrying out R&D on a number of prototype pneumatic cattle crush designs• Sizing for purpose built parts using first principle calculations• Using SolidWorks for visual aid and 2D drawings for manufacture• Pneumatic circuit layout and component sizing• Design and manufacture of jigs and fixtures for part design using workshop equipment

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  Turmec Engineering

  Oct 2015 - Aug 2016

  Mechanical Design Engineer

  • Served as project lead during design and implementation of a rubber recycling plant and conduct on-site visits to supervise equipment layout against site drawings• Investigate part failures and come up with viable solutions to fix problems relating to plant implementation• Prepare early stage bills of materials for cost estimations• Evaluated structural members for plant support work using FEA software verified with hand calculations• Managed design and execution of multimillion-euro recycling plant from initial design stages through to completion• Creating fabrication parts and assemblies using 3-D design software • Communicated with fabrication managers for parts to be made to drawing specifications and in some cases gather advice on most practical fabrication methods• Conducted frequent meetings with clients to gain better insight into project scope• Scheduling deadlines for each task and milestone during a project to ensure on time project completion Show less

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  CG Power Systems Ireland Ltd

  Aug 2016 - Aug 2017

  Mechanical Engineer

  • Utilizing PTC Creo software to design mechanical aspects of transformers for large scale industrial use• Attended site visits to apply mechanical design ideas to specific geographic locations involving• Analyzed failed components parts and provided new design solutions to transformer housing • Coordinated frequent visits with fabrication personnel to communicate drawing updates and design modifications• Devising time estimates for project stages and meeting project deadlines • Delivered technical consultation and recommended innovative solutions to management on new project ideas such as modular industrial transformer housing in harsh environments Show less

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  BC Research Inc.

  Dec 2017 - Mar 2021

  Mechanical Engineer - R&D

  • Press vessel Codes and Standards• Collaborated with different engineering departments• Supervising engineering co-op students and different trade professions• Utilized FEA software • Worked on several different projects from fluidized beds to mechanical seals• Created bench-scale prototypes • Led technical management aspects of projects from initial prototype stages to project completion• Performing component fabrication and assembly during prototype build making use of 3D printers and CNC machines Show less

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  Axton Incorporated

  Mar 2021 - now

  Engineering Manager

  • Team Leadership: Successfully managed and guided the team to optimize performance and achieve project goals.• Design Expertise: Directed the design process of pressure vessel equipment, adhering to industry standards such as ASME Sec VIII Div 1 & 2, ASME B31.3, CSA B51, and TEMA. Ensured compliance and robust designs based on these standards.• Quality Assurance: Thoroughly reviewed and approved drawings, ensuring precision and compliance with engineering standards.• Quality Control Manuals: Developed and implemented detailed quality control manuals, enhancing overall project quality and industry standards adherence.• Computer Software Verification: Implemented rigorous verification processes for engineering software, ensuring accuracy and reliability.• Client Interaction: Provided proactive engineering support to clients, fabrications, and welders, addressing technical queries for smooth project progression.• Team Collaboration: Encouraged teamwork and innovation in engineering, fostering a collaborative and innovative work environment. Show less