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- 1. DAVID CARSON 32 DumbuckCrescent, Dumbarton, Scotland G82 1EQ Tel: 01389 763239 Mobile: 07763 982688 Email: dave.carson@blueyonder.co.uk PROFILE An experienced mechanical design engineer, focused and capable of working within project timescales to a consistent degree of accuracy. A conscientious completer-finisher with end-to-end project involvement and comprehensive ‘hands on’ experience. Appreciates the requirements of cost-effective design with good knowledge of manufacturing processes, materials and assembly criteria. Capable of quickly interpreting the design brief and working on own initiative, and responds positively to pressure and fast moving circumstances. Articulate with good writing abilities, a confident communicator with excellent people skills at all levels, both internal and external. Committed to the team ethos with a firm work ethic and strong personal motivation. Possesses good 2D and 3D CAD skills. SUMMARY • A time-served Mechanical CAD Designer/Draughtsman with extensive experience of design, assembly and manufacturing techniques within the engineering industry. • Possesses real-time experience of cost-effective ‘concept-to-market’ product design and release. KEY SKILLS • CAD/Computer Software: - PRO-Engineer CREO 2.0 (current) - Part Modelling, Assembly, Drafting, Sheet Metal , - Piping & Illustrate Publishing - AutoCAD & AutoCAD LT (current)- various releases in 2D and 3D. - SDRC I-DEAS Master Series and TEAM CENTER. - Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, Project & Sharepoint software - Business Management Systems including SAP, Movex, Impcon, Enovia, etc., • Technical/Design: - Structural and framework assemblies and welded fabrications. - Machined components including precision toleranced parts. - Sheet metal components/castings/pipework and ducting. - Drive trains/rotating elements/mechanisms and actuators/conveyor systems. - Pneumatics/hydraulics/electrics. - General arrangements, detail draughting and exploded assembly drawings. - Engineering calculations, Bills of Material, change documentation and product & service manuals and bulletins. • Project Management/Production: - End-to-end project management from concept stage to Production introduction. - Site visits, prototype builds, testing and performance evaluation. - Supplier and sub-contractor selection and liaison. - Component, material and Production process specification and selection. - Project recording and report generation for internal and external distribution. - Problem identification, failure analysis, rapid response and corrective action - Trained to Intermediate Level in Lean Manufacturing & Kaizen techniques
- 2. * * ** * * * * * * CAREER HISTORY AGGREKO MANUFACTURING, DUMBARTON Jan 2007 -Present Current Position:- Project Engineer • Currently within Manufacturing Support Group, technically supporting Production Builds and Global Fleet customers on all nodes of Powered Generator products, Chillers, Transformers, Ancillaries and Gas Trains. • Originally member of team dedicated to the concept design, prototyping and resident engineering of all mechanical design aspects of current and future specification containerised High Horsepower (HHP) Generator Sets for the domestic and international temporary power generation market. • Design and specification of generator components, systems and container structures in accordance with client specifications and international standards and legislation • Project management and delivery remit with full and continuous liaison with external and internal customers, test engineers and component suppliers both UK and overseas. • Project-managed the design and installation of Gas Booster units required as part of a turnkey Gas Power project supporting civil works on the 2012 London Olympic site. • Production and maintenance of all engineering documentation relating to the HHP product range. TEREX EQUIPMENT LTD, NEWHOUSE, LANARKSHIRE Aug 2002-Jan 2007 Position on leaving:- Mechanical Design Engineer • Producing 3D & 2D Cad design layouts and details and associated documentation relating to all chassis, cab and mechanical sub-systems of off-highway earthmoving vehicles for the domestic and international market. • Member of Emissions & Soundpower team tasked with ensuring full legislative compliance across the Terex range of Articulated and Rigid truck products. • Particular responsibility for resident engineering and customer & field support issues. • Involved in special order vehicle designs such as customised bodies and optional fitments, eg coal hoppers, tailgates, truck heated bodies etc., • Previously member of small team charged with converting 2D CAD facility to full 3D capability. CALEY OCEAN SYSTEMS LTD, EAST KILBRIDE, LANARKSHIRE Feb 2002 -Aug 2002 Position on leaving:- Design Draughtsman (Contract Position) • Producing design and detail drawings of advanced handling systems for the offshore marine industry, specifically articulating structures for the controlled launch and recovery of manned submersibles. TEKNEK ELECTRONICS LTD, INCHINNAN, RENFREWSHIRE Dec 1994-Feb 2002 Position on leaving:- CAD Designer • Initially producing designs and documentation relating to advanced cleaning machines for the PCB, printing, laminating and converting industries worldwide. • On expansion of design group became member of small team dedicated to the successful design and development of future product range, with primary personal responsibility for concept, prototype and production of 3D modelling and draughting.
- 3. MOTOROLA LTD, EASTKILBRIDE, LANARKSHIRE Dec 1993-Dec 1994 Position on leaving:- Facilities Engineering Designer (Contract Position) • Producing schematic and layout drawings for the installation and relocation of high integrity semiconductor equipment. PROCTOR & SCHWARTZ LTD, GLASGOW 1984-1993 Position on leaving:- Mechanical Designer • Producing layout and detail drawings and documentation for mechanical aspects of polyester film handling equipment and conveyor dryer machines for worldwide customer base. • From 1989, personally responsible for on-time project management of multi-conveyor dryer contracts for the food and process industries worldwide. LEYLAND VEHICLES LTD, GLASGOW 1974-1984 Position on leaving:- Senior Designer • Initially engaged in detail draughting of commercial vehicle components and compilation of relevant issue documentation. • Progression by promotions to Senior Designer, responsible for schematic and layout drawings of chassis mechanical sub-systems, ie frame assemblies, steering, suspension, drive trains, engine and cab mounts etc., Technician Engineer Apprentice: 1974-1977 • Successfully completed apprenticeship in conjunction with FE college attendance. • On completion of broad-based in-house departmental training, retained as Detail Draughtsman in Chassis Design Office. * * * * * * * * * * EDUCATION 1976-1978: Clydebank Technical College 1974-1976: Stow College of Engineering, Glasgow 1968-1974: Dumbarton Academy QUALIFICATIONS HNC (H1 Stage): Mechanical Engineering 1978 ONC: Mechanical Engineering 1976 SCE Higher: Five passes 1973/4 SCE Ordinary: Eight passes 1972 PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT TRAINING • Various vocational training courses including Design for Manufacture & Assembly, Project Risk Assessment, Vibration Analysis & Noise Testing. • Certificated to Aggreko ‘Orange Belt’ intermediate standard in Lean Manufacturing Techniques. PERSONAL DETAILS • Nationality: British • Driving Licence: Full PERSONAL ACHIEVEMENTS • Regular writer on football-related topics for newspapers and magazines. • After-dinner speaker and occasional contributor to weekly sports magazine show on local commercial radio.
- 4. • Former Chairmanof the Sons Supporters Trust, an independent organisation of football supporters formed in support of Dumbarton Football Club. REFERENCES • References are available on request.