I joined TWI in 1997 as a Project Leader
in the then Arcs and Lasers Section; specifically working in Arc Welding
Process research. During this time I successfully completed my EWE
diploma, before moving to the Laser and Sheet Processes section of the
group where I expanded my experience to cover resistance welding
processes.
In 2002, I took the position of Welding
Engineer in the Advanced Manufacturing Engineering department of Land
Rover, where I supported Resistance Welding Process implementation on
prototype vehicle builds, and new vehicle production line facilities. I
applied much of my experience in process knowledge and procedure
development to supporting the launch of the Discovery, Range Rover
Sport, Freelander; and most recently the Jaguar XJ vehicles.
Having spent 7 years in industry, in 2009
I took the opportunity to return to TWI as Principal Project Leader in
the Laser and Sheet Processes group, to work in a research and
consultancy role. During this time I set up a UK ‘Automotive Welding
Engineers Forum’, where representatives from a number of automotive
companies, including Jaguar Land Rover, meet to discuss current
manufacturing issues, and plan future projects and collaborations within
the industry.
Most recently, at the beginning of 2011 I
returned to my original ‘home’ of the Arc-processes and Welding
Engineering as Section Manager. I now lead a team of engineers with a
wide range of expertise across all industry sectors in one of the most
successful and busiest sections within TWI. I enjoy the diversity of
projects and companies we support at TWI, together with a great working
environment. My previous time at TWI and living in the Cambridge area
made the decision to return an easy one, particularly with a new recent
addition to my family who is also now enjoying living in this part of
the country.
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