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Modelling, Simulation & Toolset Engineer

About Me

A mechanical engineer with a passion for programming, combining the two through simulation, modelling, and machine-learning-enabled tools. With 5+ years within fast-paced startups, my work has spanned vehicle dynamics, virtual sensors, and digital twins, in an attempt to make code replicate reality!

Python MATLAB Simulink TensorFlow

Experience

Virtual Tools & Methods Engineer

ClearMotion

Aug 2024 - Present
  • Development and deployment of bespoke simulation and analysis tools to support product development using multiple technologies
  • Lead engineer on Virtual Sensor project to replace physical component with a Machine Learning model
  • Creation of bespoke vehicle models to generate actionable simulation insight for high-performance automotive applications

Modelling and Simulation Engineer

Rivian

Feb 2022 - Aug 2024
  • Top Talent Award recipient for outstanding performance in 2023
  • Developed and correlated vehicle digital twins using mathematical modelling to support attribute development
  • Implemented automation and optimisation algorithms as part of Vehicle Simulation Interface (VSI)
  • Supported Driver-in-the-Loop activities through on-site experiment design, live coding, and model integration

Application Engineer

IPG Automotive

Feb 2021 - Feb 2022
  • Helped OEMs develop vehicle models and strategies for virtual testing as part of Project ViVID
  • Worked with various automotive technologies including ADAS, EVs, DiL and HiL systems
  • Developed coding skills in a professional environment through implementing clean code, collaboration, and customer interactions

Education

Master of Mechanical Engineering

Queen's University Belfast

2015 - 2020

Postgraduate Certificate in Artificial Intelligence

University of Ulster

2020 - 2021
  • Graduated with Distinction
  • Scholarship received to further interest of Machine Learning developed during Masters degree
  • 4 modules studied at Masters level, including: Big Data, Data Mining, Machine Learning, and Statistics