I have recently completed an MSc in Motorsport Engineering at the University of Wales Trinity Saint David (formerly Swansea Metropolitan University), having graduated in July 2019 with a First-Class Honours BEng in Motorsport Engineering.
My principal focus of interest is aerodynamics and turbulent flow regimes, with 4 years of experience using numerical and experimental testing methods which have contributed towards my detailed knowledge of aerodynamic principles. I also have solid mechanical engineering skills that I have developed during my studies and work experience. I recently attained a voluntary position within a supervisory / advisory role to help guide final year students with their major projects.
I am a proactive design engineer, always striving to give my best, push myself and learn new techniques to achieve my ambitions. I am also a good communicator, with the ability to listen, gather relevant facts and make informed decisions. I will always see a project through from start to finish.
My aerodynamic design work contributed towards a performance increase on a Dallara F399 that competes within the British Sprint Championship, increasing total downforce by 20% and efficiency by 22%. This has led to a 1.5 second lap time decrease.
CFD Engineer - CPAP Device Team (Volunteer) (2020)
Due to requests by the Welsh Government to develop rapidly manufactured respiratory support systems to help the NHS fight the Covid – 19 virus, an engineering design team was formed of which I was part of. I was responsible for carrying out vital multiphase numerical modelling of the resulting 3D printed, jet Venturi based system, which has been shown to outperform most of the currently available devices at a fraction of the cost.
Aerodynamics Consultant / Race Engineer - Langford-Line Racing (Volunteer) (June 2019 – Present)
Provided weekend track support. Responsible for developing the aerodynamic balance on a Dallara F308 competing within the MSVR F3 Cup Championship, using data analysis techniques and driver feedback. This provided positive improvements to mechanical grip and aerodynamic grip, which in turn improved driver confidence and have reduced average lap times by 1 second.
Aerodynamic Design Consultant - SBD Motorsport Ltd (Volunteer) (April 2019 – Present)
Redesign of the barge boards on a Dallara F399 that competes within the HSA British Sprint Championship. This has contributed towards a 1.5 second average lap time decrease and multiple fastest time of the day awards. I have also attended several race events to help with general work and vehicle setup.
Engineer - UWTSD Team MCR (Extra - Curricular) (2015 – 2018)
Involved in all aspects of team organisation, sponsorship, testing, parts manufacture, rapid prototype testing and data analysis. Included personal use of CAD and FEA. Attended all Sports2000 races and responsible for assigning team personnel. In this role I was required to work to a series of strict time constraints, while leading, educating and motivating a team of students in the safe and consistent running of the car. During my time with the team, we finished 4th in the SRCC Sports2000 Championship for 3 consecutive years (2016 – 2018).
Engineering Assistant - MCR Race Cars (June 2017 – October 2017)
Provided specialist engineering support ranging from practical customer support to CAD, FEA and aerodynamic development on an Open Sports Series race car that competed within the BRSCC OSS Championship, resulting in improved engine cooling and canard efficiency. This also involved engine building, chassis fabrication, parts manufacture, car assembly and composite materials (body work) manufacture and attending race events.
· Solidworks CAD and Simulation (Solid and Surface Modelling) (FEA and Motion).
· Basic experience with Catia V5.
· Ansys (Design Modeller, ICEM Meshing, Ansys Meshing, Fluent).
· Experience with Sliding and Dynamic Meshing.
· Experience with Steady and Transient Simulation.
· Engys Helyx OS (OpenFoam GUI).
· Paraview.
· Data Analysis / Acquisition.
· Matlab.
· Base Performance Simulator (rFactor).
· Manufacture of Carbon Fibre and Fibre Glass components.
· Use of hand, precision and heavy tools.
· Experience with on track aero visualisation techniques (Flow Visualisation Paint and Wool Tuft).
· Numerical / Wind Tunnel correlation.
· Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher).
· Design Expert (DOE software).
University of Wales Trinity Saint David (2019 – 2020) - MSc Motorsport Engineering (Distinction)
Modules Studied - MSc:
· Advanced Vehicle Dynamics.
· Hybrid Powertrain and Control.
· Engine Performance and Emissions.
· Mechanisms of Materials Failure.
· Structural Integrity and Material Evaluation.
· Research Methods and Professional Development.
Major Project - MSc:
Collaborative project with SBD Motorsport Ltd on their Dallara F399 race car to reconfigure and redesign a new front wing concept to improve vehicle handling, aerodynamic efficiency and front wheel turbulent near-wake management, using steady and transient modelling techniques that were correlated through track and scale model testing. Research into such areas as turbulence modelling and Y+ methods were also conducted and applied.
University of Wales Trinity Saint David (2016 – 2019) - BEng Hons Motorsport Engineering (1st)
Modules Studied – Final Year:
· Computational Fluid Dynamics.
· Advanced Vehicle Dynamics.
· Computer Aided Design.
· Stress Analysis and Finite Element Analysis.
· Advanced Engine Design.
Major Project – Final Year:
The development of a successful front wing / splitter concept for an MCR sports prototype OSS race car in conjunction with MCR Race Cars. This was used in the construction of a new splitter for the university’s Sports2000 race car, producing superior frontal loading when circuit tested.
Modules Studied – Second Year:
· Vehicle Dynamics / Aerodynamics.
· Computer Aided Engineering and Stress Analysis.
· Management Innovation and Sustainability.
· Powertrain and Control.
· Thermofluid Mechanics.
Group Project – Second Year:
As part of a group, I undertook the aerodynamic redesign of the floor and diffuser sections for the university’s Darrian T90 GTR race car. This was tested extensively using the in-house Base Performance Simulator (rFactor).
University of Wales Trinity Saint David (2015 – 2016) – Foundation Degree Motorsport Engineering (1st)
Extra - Curricular Project (University of Wales Trinity Saint David)
Working alongside John Iley (ex F1 Aerodynamicist), I was responsible for the development of an entirely new bodywork package for the university’s Sports2000 race car. Simulations display a dramatic improvement of both upper and lower body aerodynamic characteristics, with a 422% increase in downforce and a 336% efficiency increase. Manufacture has recently begun with a completion target of early 2021.
Great Marlow School (2001 – 2006) – 10 A to C Grade GCSE’s (Including English, Maths & Science)
