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I am a results-driven designer with 30 years of experience in design, innovation, and system integration, balancing technical constraints, user needs, and business objectives. I enjoy leading cross-functional teams and fostering collaboration across product invention, development, and manufacturing to drive product success.
My expertise spans product design and architecture, cross-disciplinary coordination, and electronic packaging, ensuring seamless integration from concept to production. I help translate complex requirements into actionable plans, bridge gaps between engineering and design, and keep teams aligned as projects move toward manufacturing and market launch.
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Work Experience
Principal Mechanical Engineer at Hitachi Vantara
March 1, 2025 - PresentContract role providing consultancy on Design for Assembly (DFA) and Design for Manufacturing (DFM) for the latest storage system server. Updating all drawings and documentation using SolidWorks to reflect design improvements. Managing design and supply chain aspects of revised and newly developed parts. Preparing Engineering Change Notes (ECNs) using Arena PLM.
Principal Mechanical Engineer at Hitachi Vantara
March 1, 2025 - PresentContract role providing consultancy on Design for Assembly (DFA) and Design for Manufacturing (DFM) for the latest storage system server. Updating all drawings and documentation using SolidWorks. Managing design and supply chain aspects of revised and newly developed parts. Preparing Engineering Change Notes (ECNs) using Arena PLM.
Principal Mechanical Engineer at Hitachi Vantara
March 1, 2025 - PresentContract role providing consultancy on Design for Assembly (DFA) and Design for Manufacturing (DFM) for the latest storage system server. Updated drawings and documentation in SolidWorks to reflect design improvements. Managed design and supply chain aspects of revised and newly developed parts. Prepared Engineering Change Notes (ECNs) using Arena PLM.
Principal Mechanical Engineer at Hitachi Vantara
March 1, 2025 - PresentContract role providing consultancy on Design for Assembly (DFA) and Design for Manufacturing (DFM) for the latest storage system server. Updating drawings and documentation using SolidWorks to reflect design improvements. Managing design and supply chain aspects of revised and newly developed parts. Preparing Engineering Change Notes (ECNs) using Arena PLM.
Principal Mechanical Engineer at Hitachi Vantara
March 1, 2025 - PresentContract role providing consultancy on Design for Assembly (DFA) and Design for Manufacturing (DFM) for the latest storage system server. Updated drawings and documentation in SolidWorks to reflect design improvements. Managed design and supply chain aspects of revised and newly developed parts. Prepared Engineering Change Notes (ECNs) using Arena PLM.
Principal Mechanical Engineer at Hitachi Vantara
March 1, 2025 - PresentContract role providing consultancy on Design for Assembly (DFA) and Design for Manufacturing (DFM) for the latest storage system server. Updating all drawings and documentation using SolidWorks, managing design and supply chain aspects of revised and newly developed parts. Preparing Engineering Change Notes (ECNs) using Arena PLM.
Principal Mechanical Engineer at Hitachi Vantara
March 1, 2025 - PresentContract role providing consultancy on Design for Assembly (DFA) and Design for Manufacturing (DFM) for the latest storage system server. Updating all drawings and documentation using SolidWorks to reflect design improvements. Managing design and supply chain aspects of revised and newly developed parts. Preparing Engineering Change Notes (ECNs) using Arena PLM.
CAE Engineer at DEEP Engineering Wonder
February 28, 2025 - October 9, 2025Led the upgrade of DEEP’s CAD and Product Life Management (PLM) infrastructure, transforming it into a scalable, future-proof corporate system. Collaborated with key stakeholders to define requirements, ensuring seamless data flow from concept to manufacturing. Authored supplier requirement documents for suppliers and coordinated demonstrations for internal audiences. Managed the tender process, deployment, and installation of the PLM solution. Conducted a comprehensive audit of the existing system, implementing improvements across multiple areas: optimized network infrastructure, VM configurations, and software/hardware updates. Trained users to improve CAD quality, speed, and compatibility. Additionally, developed scripts and workflows to automate data transfer across software platforms, and designed enclosures for custom PCBAs.
CAE Engineer at DEEP Engineering Wonder
February 28, 2025 - October 9, 2025Led upgrade of CAD and Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) infrastructure, turning it into a scalable corporate system. Defined requirements with stakeholders, authored supplier requirement documents, coordinated demonstrations, and managed the PLM deployment. Audited and improved existing systems, optimized network infrastructure, VM configurations, and hardware drivers; trained users to improve CAD quality and speed. Created automation workflows to streamline data transfer and enhanced enclosure designs for PCBA integration, component placement, thermal management, and cable routing.
CAE Engineer at DEEP Engineering Wonder
February 28, 2025 - October 8, 2025Led the upgrade of DEEP’s CAD and Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) infrastructure, transforming it into a scalable, future-proof system. Collaborated with stakeholders to define requirements and ensure seamless data flow from concept to manufacturing. Authored supplier requirement documents, coordinated demonstrations, and managed the PLM deployment. Conducted a system audit and implemented improvements across networking, VM configurations, and hardware drivers. Trained users and developed automation scripts to streamline CAD data transfers and buoyancy analysis; designed enclosures for custom PCBAs with input on placement, thermal management, and routing.
CAE Engineer at DEEP Engineering Wonder
February 28, 2025 - October 8, 2025Led upgrade of DEEP’s CAD and Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) infrastructure into a scalable, future-proof system. Defined requirements with stakeholders and ensured seamless data flow from concept to manufacturing. Authored supplier requirement documents, coordinated demonstrations, and managed the PLM tender process, deployment, and installation. Audited the existing system, optimized network infrastructure and VM configurations, upgraded hardware/drivers, and trained users. Contributed to design tasks by developing automation scripts for data transfer and designed enclosures for custom PCBAs with thermal considerations.
CAE Engineer at DEEP Engineering Wonder
February 1, 2025 - October 9, 2025Led the upgrade of DEEP’s CAD and Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) infrastructure, transforming it into a scalable, future-proof corporate system. Collaborated with key stakeholders to define requirements, authored supplier requirement documents, coordinated demonstrations, managed the tender process, and deployed the PLM solution. Developed automation workflows to streamline data transfer between CAD platforms and contributed to enclosure design for PCBAs with thermal and component-placement input.
CAE Engineer at DEEP Engineering Wonder
February 1, 2025 - September 26, 2025Led the upgrade of DEEP’s CAD and Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) infrastructure, transforming it into a scalable, future-proof corporate system. Collaborated with stakeholders to define requirements, authored supplier requirement documents, managed the tender, deployment and installation of the PLM solution. Audited and improved system, optimized network infrastructure and trained users.
CAE Engineer at DEEP Engineering Wonder
February 1, 2025 - September 26, 2025Led the upgrade of DEEP’s CAD and Product Life Management (PLM) infrastructure, transforming it into a scalable, future-proof corporate system. Collaborated with key stakeholders to define requirements, ensuring seamless data flow from concept to manufacturing. Authored supplier requirement documents and coordinated demonstrations for internal audiences. Managed the tender process, deployment, and installation of the PLM solution. Conducted a comprehensive audit of the existing system, implementing improvements across multiple areas: optimized network infrastructure, VM configurations, and software settings while upgrading hardware and drivers to optimal levels. Trained users in best practices to improve CAD quality, speed, and compatibility. Additionally, contributed to design-oriented tasks: automated data transfer workflows across software platforms, streamlined CAD models for buoyancy analysis, and designed enclosures for custom PCBAs with input on component placement, thermal ma
Associated Principal Engineer at Dyson
September 30, 2024 - October 9, 2025Led the design and development of the Dyson Airstrait from concept to delivery and defined technical architecture for four additional, undisclosed haircare products. Oversaw industrial design, electronics integration, user experience, and precise component placement to optimize acoustics and airflow. Designed prototypes for user trials and presented results to executive leadership. Performed DFMA analyses and ensured IEC/UL safety and EMC compliance to support production. Enhanced user experience with standby features and variable airflow control. Represented Dyson at international events and mentored junior staff.
Associated Principal Engineer at Dyson
September 1, 2024 - October 9, 2025Led the design and development of the Dyson Airstrait from concept to delivery. Led technical architecture for four additional undisclosed haircare products and collaborated with suppliers on innovative internal components. Oversaw industrial design, electronics integration, user experience, and precise component placement to enhance acoustics and airflow quality. Designed and commissioned prototypes for user trials, in house and external, presenting results to executive leadership. Conducted DFMA (Design for Manufacture and Assembly) analysis and ensured compliance with IEC / UL safety and EMC standards, supporting production teams. Enhanced user experience by implementing standby features and variable airflow control. Represented Dyson at international events, press tours, and engagements with journalists and influencers. Mentored graduates and colleagues, offering technical guidance and career advice. Provided ad-hoc consultancy across other Dyson categories.
Associated Principal Engineer at Dyson
September 1, 2024 - October 9, 2025Led the design and development of the Dyson Airstrait from concept to delivery. Oversaw industrial design, electronics integration, user experience, and precise component placement to enhance acoustics and airflow quality. Designed prototypes for user trials and presented results to executive leadership. Conducted DFMA analysis and ensured IEC/UL safety and EMC compliance.
Associated Principal Engineer at Dyson
September 1, 2024 - October 8, 2025Led the design and development of the Dyson Airstrait from concept to delivery. Directed technical architecture for four additional undisclosed haircare products and collaborated with suppliers on innovative internal components. Oversaw industrial design, electronics integration, user experience, and precise component placement to enhance acoustics and airflow quality. Designed and commissioned prototypes for user trials, presented results to executive leadership. Conducted DFMA analysis and ensured IEC/UL safety and EMC standards compliance. Enhanced user experience with standby features and variable airflow control. Represented Dyson at international events and mentored graduates and colleagues. Provided ad-hoc consultancy across other Dyson categories.
Associated Principal Engineer at Dyson
September 1, 2024 - October 8, 2025Led the design and development of the Dyson Airstrait from concept to delivery. Directed technical architecture for four additional haircare products and collaborated with suppliers on innovative internal components. Oversaw industrial design, electronics integration, UX, and precise component placement to enhance acoustics and airflow. Built prototypes for user trials and presented results to executives. Conducted DFMA analyses and ensured IEC/UL safety and EMC compliance, supporting production. Enhanced user experience with standby features and variable airflow control. Represented Dyson at international events and mentored colleagues; provided ad-hoc consultancy across other categories.
Associated Principal Engineer at Dyson
September 1, 2024 - September 26, 2025Led design and development of the Dyson Airstrait from concept to delivery; led technical architecture for four additional undisclosed haircare products; oversaw industrial design, electronics integration, user experience and acoustics optimization; prototyped and tested with user trials; ensured DFMA and IEC/UL safety and EMC compliance; mentored graduates and provided ad-hoc consultancy across Dyson categories.
Associated Principal Engineer at Dyson
September 1, 2024 - September 26, 2025Led the design and development of the Dyson Airstrait from concept to delivery. Led technical architecture for four additional undisclosed haircare products and collaborated with suppliers on innovative internal components. Oversaw industrial design, electronics integration, user experience, and precise component placement to enhance acoustics and airflow quality. Designed and commissioned prototypes for user trials, in-house and external, presenting results to executive leadership. Conducted DFMA analysis and ensured IEC/UL safety and EMC standards compliance, supporting production teams. Enhanced user experience by implementing standby features and variable airflow control. Represented Dyson at international events and media engagements. Mentored graduates and colleagues, offering technical guidance and career advice.
Principal Mechanical Engineer at Hitachi Data Systems
April 1, 2017 - October 9, 2025Designed eight generations of Hitachi High-Performance Storage Servers (HNAS) and their system integration in multi-rack systems. 3D mechanical and industrial design; Thermal analysis at board and server level; Manufacturing assembly drawings; PLM and approval cycle management; Led EMC and safety design compliance, achieving UL and IEC certifications. Designed office layouts and laboratories; Managed Data Centre lab operations.
Principal Mechanical Engineer at Hitachi Data Systems
April 1, 2017 - October 9, 2025Designed eight generations of Hitachi High-Performance Storage Servers (HNAS) and their system integration in multi-rack systems. 3D mechanical and industrial design; thermal analysis at board and server level; manufacturing drawings; PLM and approval cycle management. Led EMC and safety design compliance, achieving UL and IEC certifications.
Principal Mechanical Engineer at Hitachi Data Systems
April 1, 2017 - October 9, 2025Designed eight generations of Hitachi High-Performance Storage Servers (HNAS) and their system integration in multi-rack configurations. Expertise included 3D mechanical/industrial design, board- and server-level thermal analysis, manufacturing drawings, PLM/approval workflows, and leading EMC and safety compliance (UL/IEC). Managed Data Centre lab operations and facility layouts.
Principal Mechanical Engineer at Hitachi Data Systems
April 1, 2017 - October 8, 2025Designed eight generations of Hitachi High-Performance Storage Servers (HNAS) and their system integration in multi-rack configurations. Expertise in 3D mechanical design, thermal analysis, manufacturing drawings, PLM and approval cycles. Led EMC and safety design compliance, achieving UL and IEC certifications. Also contributed to office layouts and laboratory facilities and managed Data Centre lab operations.
Principal Mechanical Engineer at Hitachi Data Systems
April 1, 2017 - October 8, 2025Designed eight generations of Hitachi High-Performance Storage Servers (HNAS) and integrated them into multi-rack systems. Executed 3D mechanical and industrial design, thermal analysis at board and server level, and manufacturing drawings. Managed PLM and approval cycles, led EMC and safety compliance (UL and IEC), and contributed to office and lab facilities.
Principal Mechanical Engineer at Hitachi Data Systems
April 1, 2017 - September 26, 2025Designed eight generations of Hitachi High-Performance Storage Servers (HNAS); 3D mechanical and industrial design, thermal analysis, manufacturing drawings, PLM and approval cycles; led EMC and safety compliance and lab operations.
Principal Mechanical Engineer at Hitachi Data Systems
April 1, 2017 - September 26, 2025Designed eight generations of Hitachi High-Performance Storage Servers (HNAS) and their system integration in multi-rack systems. 3D mechanical and industrial design, thermal analysis at board and server level, manufacturing assembly drawings, PLM and approval cycle management. Led EMC and safety design compliance, achieving UL and IEC certifications. Designed office layouts and laboratories for new premises and managed Data Centre lab operations.
Mechanical Design Engineer at Lucent Technologies (now part of Nokia)
February 28, 2001 - October 9, 2025Designed a 3G UMTS base station controller and an intelligent power distribution module.
Mechanical Design Engineer at Lucent Technologies (now part of Nokia)
February 28, 2001 - October 9, 2025Designed a 3G UMTS base station controller and an intelligent power distribution module.
Mechanical Design Engineer at Lucent Technologies (now Nokia)
February 28, 2001 - October 8, 2025Designed a 3G UMTS base station controller and an intelligent power distribution module.
Mechanical Design Engineer at Lucent Technologies (now part of Nokia)
February 1, 2001 - October 9, 2025Designed a 3G UMTS base station controller and an intelligent power distribution module.
Mechanical Design Engineer at Lucent Technologies (now part of Nokia)
February 1, 2001 - October 8, 2025Designed a 3G UMTS base station controller and an intelligent power distribution module.
Mechanical Design Engineer at Lucent Technologies (now part of Nokia)
February 1, 2001 - September 26, 2025Designed a 3G UMTS base station controller and an intelligent power distribution module.
Mechanical Design Engineer at Lucent Technologies
February 1, 2001 - September 26, 2025Designed a 3G UMTS base station controller and an intelligent power distribution module.
Research Assistant at University of Plymouth
December 31, 1998 - October 9, 2025Assisted in setting up a European-wide exhibition and taught industrial design students.
Research Assistant at University of Plymouth
December 31, 1998 - October 9, 2025Assisted in setting up a European-wide exhibition and taught industrial design students.
Research Assistant at University of Plymouth
December 31, 1998 - October 8, 2025Assisted in setting up a European-wide exhibition and taught industrial design students.
Research Assistant at University of Plymouth
December 31, 1998 - September 26, 2025Assisted in setting up a European-wide exhibition and taught industrial design students.
Senior Designer at Cardia Design Studio
November 30, 1998 - October 9, 2025Managed patent procedures and progressed from CAD draughtsman to project leader.
Senior Designer at Cardia Design Studio
November 1, 1998 - October 9, 2025Managed patent procedures and progressed from CAD draughtsman to project leader.
Senior Designer at Cardia Design Studio
November 1, 1998 - October 9, 2025Managed patent procedures and progressed from CAD draughtsman to project leader.
Senior Designer at Cardia Design Studio
November 1, 1998 - October 8, 2025Managed patent procedures and progressed from CAD draughtsman to project leader.
Senior Designer at Cardia Design Studio
November 1, 1998 - September 26, 2025Managed patent procedures and progressed from CAD draughtsman to project leader.
Senior Designer at Cardia Design Studio
November 1, 1998 - September 26, 2025Managed patent procedures and progressed from CAD draughtsman to project leader.
Research Assistant at University of Plymouth
January 1, 1998 - October 9, 2025Assisted in setting up a European-wide exhibition and taught industrial design students.
Research Assistant at University of Plymouth
January 1, 1998 - October 8, 2025Assisted in setting up a European-wide exhibition and taught industrial design students.
Senior Designer at Cardia Design Studio
January 1, 1998 - October 8, 2025Managed patent procedures and progressed from CAD draughtsman to project leader.
Research Assistant at University of Plymouth
January 1, 1998 - September 26, 2025Assisted in setting up a European-wide exhibition and taught industrial design students.
Guest Lecturer at University of Plymouth
December 31, 1997 - September 26, 2025Guest Lecturer for the Industrial Design Faculty; delivered lectures.
Education
BA (Hons) in 3D Industrial Design at ISIA Roma
January 1, 1992 - January 1, 1997Electronics Engineering at University of Electronic Engineering, La Sapienza Roma
January 1, 1990 - January 1, 1992Telecommunication Engineering Diploma at Institute of Industrial Technology, Enrico Fermi Roma
January 1, 1985 - January 1, 1990Guest Lecturer – Industrial Design at University of Plymouth
January 1, 1997 - January 1, 1997BA (Hons) in 3D Industrial Design at Institute of Industrial Product Design, ISIA Roma
January 1, 1992 - January 1, 1997Electronics Engineering at University of Electronic Engineering, La Sapienza Roma
January 1, 1990 - January 1, 1992Telecommunication Engineering Diploma at Institute of Industrial Technology, Enrico Fermi Roma
January 1, 1985 - January 1, 1990BA (Hons) in 3D Industrial Design at Institute of Industrial Product Design, ISIA Roma
January 1, 1992 - January 1, 1997Electronics Engineering at University of Electronic Engineering, La Sapienza Roma
January 1, 1990 - January 1, 1992Telecommunication Engineering Diploma at Institute of Industrial Technology, Enrico Fermi Roma
January 1, 1985 - January 1, 1990BA (Hons) in 3D Industrial Design at ISIA Roma
January 1, 1992 - January 1, 1997Electronics Engineering at La Sapienza University, Rome
January 1, 1990 - January 1, 1992Telecommunication Engineering Diploma at Institute of Industrial Technology, Enrico Fermi Roma
January 1, 1985 - January 1, 1990BA (Hons) in 3D Industrial Design at Institute of Industrial Product Design, ISIA Roma
January 1, 1992 - January 1, 1997Electronics Engineering at University of Electronic Engineering, La Sapienza Roma
January 1, 1990 - January 1, 1992Telecommunication Engineering Diploma at Institute of Industrial Technology, Enrico Fermi Roma
January 1, 1985 - January 1, 1990Guest Lecturer at University of Plymouth
January 1, 1997 - January 1, 1997BA (Hons) in 3D Industrial Design at Institute of Industrial Product Design, ISIA Roma
January 1, 1992 - January 1, 1997Electronics Engineering at University of Electronic Engineering, La Sapienza Roma
January 1, 1990 - January 1, 1992Telecommunication Engineering Diploma at Institute of Industrial Technology, Enrico Fermi Roma
January 1, 1985 - January 1, 1990Guest Lecturer at University of Plymouth
January 1, 1997 - January 1, 1997BA (Hons) in 3D Industrial Design at Institute of Industrial Product Design, ISIA Roma
January 1, 1992 - January 1, 1997Electronics Engineering at University of Electronic Engineering, La Sapienza Roma
January 1, 1990 - January 1, 1992Telecommunication Engineering Diploma at Institute of Industrial Technology, Enrico Fermi Roma
January 1, 1985 - January 1, 1990Qualifications
BA (Hons) in 3D Industrial Design
January 1, 1992 - January 1, 1997Electronics Engineering
January 1, 1990 - January 1, 1992Telecommunication Engineering Diploma
January 1, 1985 - January 1, 1990Industry Experience
Manufacturing, Software & Internet, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Telecommunications, Education, Computers & Electronics, Other
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