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Mechanical Design & Digital Engineer

Welcome to my online portfolio, a space dedicated to sharing my passion for engineering and design. With eight years of experience spanning diverse sectors including manufacturing, construction, and maritime defence, I've contributed to a range of impactful projects. Recently, I embarked on a new chapter by venturing into the realm of digital engineering, a budding phase that fuels my curiosity and commitment to driving innovation within the defence sector and beyond.

This platform serves as a canvas reflecting not just my web development skills but also a showcase of design projects I've delivered. It's a testament to my design knowledge, and versatility in leveraging modern digital technologies to augment my design capabilities.

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Skills & Interests

Digital Twin Development

Data Visulisation

Virtual/Augmented Reality

Reverse Engineering

Scanning/Capture Technologies

Mechanical Design

Computer Aided Engineering (CAD/CAM)

Additive Manufacturing

PLM Software (Teamcenter & Vault)

Data Configuration

Web Development

System Engineering

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Summary

Benjamin Morrell

Experienced Design Engineer with 7 years of expertise in multiple sectors including manufacturing, construction, and maritime defence. Proven track record of successfully delivering design projects. Recently transitioned to a Digital Engineer role with a passion to drive digital transformation in the defence sector. Striving to be at the forefront of innovative technology and solutions in the industry.

Education

Web Application Development (Level 5 Diploma)

2022 - 2023

Bristol College, Bristol

This course gave me the skills needed for a successful future in a rapidly evolving AI-driven workforce. I gained a working knowledge of the coding languages, frameworks, and tools essential for seamless integration into agile development teams.

Advanced Product Design Engineering (MSc)

2017 - 2019

Kingston University, London

This course examined the latest developments in digital product development and manufacturing. I gained hands-on experience of the latest Computer Aided Design and Computer Aided Manufacturing applications, including 3D modelling techniques, 3D laser scanning, model reconstruction, 3D printing and Computer Numerical Control Machining.

Mechanical Engineering (HND & BSc)

2011 - 2015

Kingston University, London

Professional Experience

Digital Engineer

2022 - Present

Babcock International

  • Exploitation and manipulation of digital data from initial capture through to state-of-the-art design outputs (including digital twins, analytics and visualisations).
  • Control and Management of data services to ensure data quality and assurance.
  • Collaboration with project managers to accelerate our customers' digital journeys through digital transformation.
  • Through IT infrastructure and innovation, provide the digital backbone to meet company and customer requirements.
  • Advising and assisting in selecting cutting-edge methods and tools to enable the execution of elite design/CAD solutions, providing technical assistance to Designers where necessary.

Design Engineer (Marine Systems)

2020 - 2022

Babcock International

  • Participate in and perform investigations of, technical projects to support the delivery of the Maritime Systems Support Partner (MSSP) Systems Technical Authority role for Queen Elizabeth and Type 45 ship classes
  • Interpreting technical requirements to develop design change proposals and provide technical advice recommendations.
  • Producing documentation to support various stages of the design change process of complex warships.
  • Updating key stakeholders and interpreting customer requirements through the attendance of working group forums.

Professional Experience Continued

Design Engineer (Mechanical)

2019 - 2020

Renishaw

  • Collaborated within a new product development team managing the design of multiple mechanical systems/components related to metrology equipment.
  • Maintaining an awareness and understanding of The European Machinery Directive and applying it to designs as required.
  • Production of manufacturing drawings.
  • Utilising rapid prototype technologies to produce prototypes for production parts.
  • Design and building of test rigs.
  • Producing documentation to support various stages of design.

Design Engineer (Structural)

2018 - 2019

LyndonSGB

  • Production of complex scaffolding designs for clients within the construction industry.
  • Carrying out structural stability calculations of temporary works structures.
  • Designing to relevant British Standards/Euro Codes & construction regulations.
  • Liaising with clients & temporary works operatives to ensure timely delivery of projects.
  • Producing installation Risk Assessments & Method Statements.

Design Engineer (Structural)

2017 - 2018

TRS Group

  • As per succesive role.

Design Engineer (Structural)

2015 - 2017

ISS Engineering Group

  • Design of small to medium surface treatment & powder coating plants, serving clients from various industries such as defence, automotive and oil & gas.
  • Production of fabrication drawings.
  • Preparing parametric 3D models & large-scale assemblies.
  • Production of general arrangement drawings and Bill of Materials.
  • Production of technical documentation such as user manuals, parts lists & design specifications.
  • Production of PFD's & P&ID's.
  • Liaising with clients & operatives to ensure timely delivery of projects.
  • Sourcing and Procurement of suitable equipment.

Portfolio

Professional

  • All
  • Mechanical Design
  • Structural Design

Designed for Manfacture

Scaffolding Design

Specialised Temporary Works Design

Anodising Dipline Project

Building Standardised Product Library

Reverse Engineering & 3D Modelling

Personal

Plant Pot Project

3D Printed Liphophanes