James Carchrie

Lead Mechanical Engineer for a global light electric vehicle manufacturer and service provider. Utilised CAD and FEA to develop next generation of e-bikes and accessories. Applied DFMEA to ensure safety and reliability, with designs optimised for injection moulding, sheet metal, extrusion, and CNC manufacturing. Focused on heavy-use scenarios, designing for serviceability and reduced total cost of ownership. Performed forensic engineering to pinpoint failures and implement re-designs. Liaised with customers and stakeholders to present root cause analyses and containment actions. Developed new test standards for high-use scenarios and component lifetime assessment.

Performed dynamic and shock analysis on naval and civilian structures, delivering bespoke analytical solutions. Led training for proprietary FE simulation tools and managed knowledge transfer. Produced client-facing technical reports and numerical analyses, applying non-linear methods for explosive decommissioning scenarios. Supported trials teams with onsite data capture and safety/compliance.

Led component design for a global bicycle manufacturer. Applied engineering research to manage technical risk and reported progress to investors and senior leadership. Delivered manufacturable frame designs using CAD and FEA, and built a simple data-capture system to assess component performance.