Selected Projects
Welcome to my portfolio. Here you’ll find a selection of my work. Explore my projects to learn more about what I do.
Biography
Born in 1985. Raised by the seaside.
Creating products since I can remember.
My life has always revolved around the design cycle, even when I didn't know it. The reason? I just get really excited by creating solutions that allow people improvement and enjoyment in work or play.
I thrive in both the digital and physical realms, seamlessly blending the two to create captivating experiences. Whether crafting user-friendly interfaces for digital products or shaping tangible objects with my hands, I relish the opportunity to combine functionality, aesthetics, and user needs into harmonious designs.
I am passionate about helping my stakeholders bring their visions to life. My intention is to capture that perfect balance between Business and Users needs.
Resume
Nishibotsu
Feb 2019 - present
Zürich, CH
Founder, Designer
My personal creative studio, design house and brand. We produce everything from UX and Product Design Services to Japanese inspired hand-built furniture.
Swiss Smyze AG
Nov 2020 - Oct 2023
Zürich, CH
Designer
First employee of a Swiss start-up successfully delivering Swtizerlands first Robotic Barista in 2022 with the product design being launched in the Swiss and Chinese markets.
Also responsible for new B2B product development of an Under-Counter Coffee Solution, Specter, focusing on aesthetic integration and the experience of delivering the perfect cup of coffee.
SR Technics
Apr 2017 - Jan 2019
Zürich, CH
Mechanical Design Engineer
Tasked with full ownership of product delivery through from cradle to grave, I was responsible for:
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coordinating cross discipline mechanical design teams to deliver innovative products in the Aircraft Services sector.
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an active role in the mentorship program.
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active signatory at Design Review level.
Airbus UK
Dec 2016 - Apr 2017
Stevenage, UK
Mechanical Design Engineer - Contract
At Airbus, I was involved in various engineering and drafting support tasks for a developmental module for a private space program.
Other responsibilities included:
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panel blank creation and assembly, design of component parts.
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communication module and supply module product assembly.
GDC Technics
Dec 2015 - Jun 2016
Poole, UK
Mechanical Design Engineer - Contract
Working on a VVIP completion, the team and I created the mechanical drawings to manufacture bespoke luxury interior components.
Other responsibilities included:
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coordination and integration of external work packages.
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part and assembly design including provisions for decorative finishing, detailing and IFE integration.
Cobham
Feb 2015 - Nov 2015
Stevenage, UK
Mechanical Design Engineer - Contract
Working on composite primary structure of a developmental aircraft, my responsibilities included:
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Major 3D design functions (primary structure part and assembly drawings, skeleton geometry management and ICD control).
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plybook creation including data such as; material type, lay-up sequence, orientation, rosette definition, joint locations and drop- off criteria.
SR Technics
Mar 2013 - Apr 2014
Zürich, CH
Mechanical Design Engineer
Responsible for various engineering tasks in the VIP engineering department, my tasks included:
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Concept, design, build and refurbishment of premium VIP aircraft interiors.
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in-house design standard creation.
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3D CAD methodology (company wide implementation)
AIM Aviation
Aug 2005 - Mar 2013
Bournemouth, UK
Mechanical Design Engineer
Where it all began. Graduating from shop floor to Draftsman to Design Engineer, I was responsible for a selection of premium products.
My responsibilities included:
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creation and editing of parametric solid and surface models and production drawings.
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cross-discipline liaison, customer interaction, time and budget management.
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an active part of the CAD research and development team.
