Rida Vivier

I am Rida Vivier, a mechanical engineer with extensive experience across defence, agri-tech, and commercial product development. I specialise in manufacturability, production optimization, and cross-functional delivery, and I lead engineering teams to improve processes and drive cost-saving initiatives through Lean methodologies and structured problem solving. I bring deep capabilities in mechanical design, plastics engineering, ruggedised systems, and compliance testing (IP, HALT/HASS, MIL-STD).

I excel at translating complex requirements into practical, production-ready solutions, scaling products from prototype to manufacturing, resolving integration issues, and supporting fast-paced production teams. I have led cross-functional teams, engaged stakeholders, and mentored engineers to strengthen processes and documentation. My approach combines strategic thinking with hands-on technical expertise to deliver reliable, high-quality products.