I am a Senior Design and Application Engineer with more than 25 years of experience in product design, mechanical and automation engineering, and project management across construction, pharmaceutical, and automotive sectors. I specialise in CAD design, digital manufacturing, and the development of bespoke machinery, leading Innovate UK innovation projects and bridging engineering with business outcomes. I thrive on turning complex ideas into practical solutions, mentoring teams, and shaping data-driven processes. My work includes delivering training manuals, streamlining CRM and KPI reporting, and collaborating with universities and industry partners to push the boundaries of additive manufacturing and automation.

David A. S. Lewis

I am a Senior Design and Application Engineer with more than 25 years of experience in product design, mechanical and automation engineering, and project management across construction, pharmaceutical, and automotive sectors. I specialise in CAD design, digital manufacturing, and the development of bespoke machinery, leading Innovate UK innovation projects and bridging engineering with business outcomes. I thrive on turning complex ideas into practical solutions, mentoring teams, and shaping data-driven processes. My work includes delivering training manuals, streamlining CRM and KPI reporting, and collaborating with universities and industry partners to push the boundaries of additive manufacturing and automation.

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I am a Senior Design and Application Engineer with more than 25 years of experience in product design, mechanical and automation engineering, and project management across construction, pharmaceutical, and automotive sectors. I specialise in CAD design, digital manufacturing, and the development of bespoke machinery, leading Innovate UK innovation projects and bridging engineering with business outcomes.

I thrive on turning complex ideas into practical solutions, mentoring teams, and shaping data-driven processes. My work includes delivering training manuals, streamlining CRM and KPI reporting, and collaborating with universities and industry partners to push the boundaries of additive manufacturing and automation.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Senior Design and Application Engineer at The Digital Manufacturing Centre
August 1, 2021 - October 28, 2025
Lead project engineer for digital fabrication, designing and fabricating machinery for disruptive technologies and additive manufacturing. Designed and built multiple machines for use in the battery, dentistry and pharmaceutical industries. Key account manager for a major automotive client. Process improvement lead responsible for designing and producing KPI reporting tools, redesigning CRM systems, and streamlining data management and management systems. Authored manuals and trained new staff.
Production Engineer at Lagniel SAS
August 1, 2021 - August 1, 2021
Designed and project managed the delivery of large-scale machinery for the pharmaceutical industry. On-site machine installation and setup. SAT and FAT testing and documentation.
Design and Project Engineer at KW Special Projects
December 31, 2019 - December 31, 2019
Specialized in digital fabrication, leading projects in the design and production of machinery for additive manufacturing. Innovate UK projects.
Innovation Project Manager at Skanska UK
June 30, 2018 - June 30, 2018
Lead robotics and automation projects within the UK business unit, focusing on Innovate UK grant-funded projects.
Product Designer at Solardome Industries Ltd
November 30, 2014 - November 30, 2014
Developed new geodesic dome concepts and collaborated with clients and architects.
Network Manager at Dulwich Prep London
February 28, 2014 - February 28, 2014
Managed a growing network of computers and devices, supporting over 1000 users and leading a site support team.
Production and Project Engineer at Lagniel SAS
August 1, 2021 - August 1, 2021
Designed and project managed the delivery of large-scale machinery for the pharmaceutical industry. On-site machine installation and start-up. SAT and FAT testing and documentation.
Design and Project Engineer at KW Special Projects
December 1, 2019 - December 1, 2019
Specialized in digital fabrication, leading projects in the design and production of machinery for additive manufacturing. Involvement in Innovate UK projects.
Innovation Project Manager at Skanska UK
June 1, 2018 - June 1, 2018
Led robotics and automation projects within the UK business unit, focusing on Innovate UK grant-funded projects.
Product Designer at Solardome Industries Ltd
November 1, 2014 - November 1, 2014
Developed new geodesic dome concepts and collaborated with clients and architects to deliver designs and concepts.
Network Manager at Dulwich Prep London
February 1, 2014 - February 1, 2014
Managed a growing network of computers and devices, supporting over 1,000 users and leading a site support team.
Design and Project Engineer at Lagniel SAS
August 1, 2021 - August 1, 2021
Designed and project managed the delivery of large-scale machinery for the pharmaceutical industry.
Innovation Project Lead at Spraycoat – Innovate UK project
December 1, 2019 - December 1, 2019
Spray Coat machine developed a novel digital deposition method for battery cell slurries; built-in measurement and feedback system monitored deposition; collaboration with Birmingham University and Warwick Manufacturing Group to develop a novel printing methodology.

Education

Master of Arts at London Metropolitan University
January 11, 2030 - October 28, 2025
Bachelor of Arts at Exeter University
January 11, 2030 - October 28, 2025
Master of Arts, Product Design at London Metropolitan University
January 11, 2030 - October 28, 2025
Bachelor of Arts, Design and Technology at Exeter University
January 11, 2030 - October 28, 2025
Executive Education Certificate in Project Management at Skema Business School
January 11, 2030 - October 28, 2025
Master of Arts at London Metropolitan University (MA in Product Design)
January 11, 2030 - October 28, 2025
Bachelor of Arts at Exeter University (BA in Design and Technology)
January 11, 2030 - October 28, 2025
Executive Education Certificate in Project Management at Skema Business School
January 11, 2030 - October 28, 2025
Microsoft Certified Professional at Microsoft
January 11, 2030 - October 28, 2025
Master of Arts in Product Design at London Metropolitan University
January 11, 2030 - October 28, 2025
Bachelor of Arts in Design and Technology at Exeter University
January 11, 2030 - October 28, 2025
Executive Education Certificate in Project Management at Skema Business School
January 11, 2030 - October 28, 2025
Microsoft Certified Professional at Microsoft
January 11, 2030 - October 28, 2025

Qualifications

Executive Education Certificate in Project Management
January 11, 2030 - October 28, 2025
Microsoft Certified Professional
January 11, 2030 - October 28, 2025
Executive Education Certificate in Project Management
January 11, 2030 - October 28, 2025
Microsoft Certified Professional
January 11, 2030 - October 28, 2025
Executive Education Certificate in Project Management
January 11, 2030 - October 28, 2025
Microsoft Certified Professional
January 11, 2030 - October 28, 2025
Executive Education Certificate in Project Management
January 11, 2030 - October 28, 2025
Microsoft Certified Professional
January 11, 2030 - October 28, 2025

Industry Experience

Manufacturing, Life Sciences, Software & Internet, Real Estate & Construction, Education, Professional Services, Media & Entertainment, Healthcare