📚 Education

University of Leeds 2020 - 2024

MEng Mechatronics and Robotics - 2:1 (68.2%)

Key Achievements

  • 3rd year dissertation - 74%
  • 4th year dissertation - 76%
  • 4th year average - 75%

Sandringham School 2016 - 2018

  • A Levels: Maths - A*, Further Maths - B, Physics - B

GCSEs 2014 - 2016

  • 10 GCSEs including Maths and English

🛠️ Projects

Hand Rehabilitation End Effector Robot October 2023 - May 2024

4th year dissertation team project. Focused on achieving impedance control and UDP communication between microcontroller, Unity game engine and Simulink.

Key Skills: Control C++ UDP Simulink Unity

CAM Automation June 2023 - September 2023

Developed a Python program to transform vector images into G-code for efficient pocket clearing operations, intended for personalized engraving applications at scale.

Key Skills: Python Gcode CAD CAM

Hand Rehabilitation Exoskeleton October 2022 - May 2023

3rd year dissertation project. Designed and manufactured a hand exoskeleton with custom force sensors, established Bluetooth communication between hardware and Unity game engine.

Key Skills: CAD CAM Control C++ Unity Python


💼 Work History

🔨 Carpenter - Self Employed (Hertfordshire) July 2023 - Current

  • Designed and built fitted furniture using parametric CAD models.
  • Managed client projects from design to completion.

Key Skills: Teamwork Project Management CAD Client Relations

🏗️ Construction - Peppermint Events July 2022 - Sept 2022

  • Built and dismantled bars at festivals across the UK.
  • Collaborated with teams to solve challenges on-site.

Key Skills: Problem Solving Teamwork Communication

🔧 Maintenance - HIIT Kitchen May 2020 - Sept 2020

  • Maintained packaging machinery and conducted general warehouse repairs.
  • Gained experience in a fast-paced environment.

Key Skills: Troubleshooting Problem Solving Teamwork

🏨 Hotel Assistant - Inghams Dec 2019 - March 2020

  • Assisted with food service, bartending, and cleaning in a French ski resort.
  • Adapted to multiple roles, working within a close team.

Key Skills: Customer Service Teamwork Communication


💻 Technical Skills

🔠 Programming Languages

  • C++/C: Embedded systems.
  • Python: Automation and data analysis.
  • Verilog HDL: Digital design and verification.

🎨 CAD/CAM Software

  • Fusion 360: Parametric modelling and automation using Python.
  • FreeCAD: Open-source design and Python scripting.
  • Solidworks: Parametric modelling and analysis.

🛠️ Development Tools

  • ROS: Simulation and deployment of robotic systems.
  • Simulink: Control system modelling.
  • Git: Version control & collaboration.

🏭 Manufacturing Experience

📚 Background

  • Self-taught CAM skills using hobbyist equipment.
  • Experience in both additive and subtractive manufacturing.

🖨️ Additive Manufacturing

  • FDM 3D printing with various materials and printers.
  • Design optimization for 3D printing.

⚙️ Subtractive Manufacturing

  • CNC routing experience with soft materials.
  • Laser cutting design & operation.

🤝 Volunteering

🏑 Charity Hockey Tournament

  • Organized and led a tournament with 50+ participants.
  • Raised £1900+ for Prostate Cancer UK.

🎯 Personal Interests

🏑 Hockey

  • I’ve played hockey all my life growing up, through University and now for St Albans Hockey club. Hockey has been a great way to stay active and socialize.

⛳ Golf

  • I find golf to be a great way of socializing with friends and enjoy the process of improving.

🏃‍♂️ Running

  • I enjoy running and find that run clubs are a great way of meeting new people.

📋 References

Academic Reference

Dr. Tim Amsdon
Leeds Faculty of Electrical and Electronic Engineering
[email protected]

Employer Reference

Rob Ashman
HIIT Kitchen
[email protected]