Head of Data Acquisition and Engineering Support
Head of Data Acquisition and Engineering Support
Head of Data Acquisition and Engineering Support
Tell us about yourself
After graduating with a MEng in Mechanical Engineering with Aeronautics from the University of Strathclyde in 2012, I started work as a Project Engineer at TÜV SÜD National Engineering Laboratory in East Kilbride, Glasgow. Throughout my time at TÜV SÜD I have worked on a diverse array of projects, including provision of flow measurement consultancy, flow meter and valve testing, erosion testing, as well as working on large infrastructure projects including the development of new flow test facilities. More recently, I have been involved in the development of engineering software tools for the national flow facilities at our site in East Kilbride, and I now lead that section as Head of Data Acquisition and Engineering Support.
A friend from university who had joined TÜV SÜD let me know that they were looking to hire graduate engineers. The variety of projects he was working on at such an early stage in his career encouraged me to apply.
Since 2020 I primarily work from home, however, I regularly visit the laboratory at the East Kilbride site.
Fluid mechanics and flow measurement, mechanical engineering, valve performance testing, uncertainty analysis and software development.
I am responsible for the development of in-house software that is used to manage the traceability and data acquisition requirements of our various calibration facilities. These facilities play a crucial role in TÜV SÜD National Engineering Laboratory’s status as the UK’s Designated Institute for Flow Measurement. I also provide consultancy support for flow measurement research and engineering infrastructure projects, including the design of new test facilities.
The mix of technical and hands-on work.
When I first joined TÜV SÜD most projects were heavily focused on the Oil and Gas industry. This area is still important to the business, however, the push for cleaner energy has changed the focus of the laboratory in many ways. This had led to the development of new test facilities such as our Hydrogen Domestic Gas Metering Test Facility.
The significance of automation is on the rise due to the substantial increase in energy costs. We have already started to implement automation to maximise the efficiency of our test facilities.
Keeping up to date with the changing needs of industry.
I appreciate the versatility in working arrangements offered by TÜV SÜD and the welcoming nature of my colleagues.
I was lucky enough to be selected for the Foundation for Science and Technology Future Leaders group this year. The scheme aims to provide future leaders with “an understanding of the other parts of the UK’s research and innovation system”. Over the year the group will meet and discuss with senior figures from government, parliament, universities, large industry, SMEs, research charities and others. TÜV SÜD have been very supportive of my participation and have allocated me time throughout the year to attend events and meetings.
Always generous with their time.
Approach projects with a flexible and open mindset, as you never know what field or subject matter will spark your interest.
The growing importance of live uncertainty calculations to help achieve accurate measurement - Process Instrumentation
The calculation of the uncertainty of the orifice-plate discharge coefficient - ScienceDirect
Control valve flow testing and wear mechanisms - Valve World (valve-world.net)
Control Valves and Valve Flow Testing Webinar on Demand
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