About Me

Data Science Researcher/Robotics Engineer at ASDA,
Loughborough University.

Introduction

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Experienced using:

Languages	Data Science	Big Data
R	Power BI	AWS
C/C++	Google Data Studeo	GCP
Python	PyTorch	Big-Query
SQL	Scikit-Learn	Hadoop
NoSQL	Open CV	Kubernetes

• 4 years in Data Science, Machine Learning and Deep Learning.
• 7 years in Control Systems, and Academic Research.

• 10 years in Automotive Systems Engineering.

• I love exploring data and uncovering hidden meaning and fallacies, and developing new algorithms to automate solutions to complex problems in code.

• I’m currently developing robots that can reason about the complex manipulation dynamics of deformable objects using active compliance, model predictive control and deep reinforcement learning.

• Developed mathematical models of complex systems such as contact dynamics for deformable objects.

• Built various machine/deep learning models for a range of tasks.

• Improved recurrent neural-network performance by developing new data batching techniques.

• Developed various novel robot controllers using machine learning and deep learning.

• Previously managed engineering teams and projects.

• Experienced in designing and developing mechanical, electrical and software products.

Education

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Doctor of Philosophy - PhD Robotics and Machine Learning
Loughborough University
Loughborough, Leicestershire
2017 – 2021

BSc Electrical and Electronics Engineering, 2:1
Loughborough College of Engineering
Loughborough, Leicestershire
2014 – 2017

HNC Electrical and Electronics Engineering, Merit
West Nottinghamshire College
Mansfield, Nottinghamshire 2012 - 2014

BTEC level 3 Automotive Engineering Apprenticeship
Ford Motor Company
Sep 1998 - Jun 2002

Advanced Vehicle Test driver
Horiba Mira
Nov 2013

Experience

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Data Science/Robotics Engineer
Intelligent Automation
Leicestershire
Oct 2017 – Present

Currently developing novel solutions for complex real-world robotic manipulation problems.

Tasks include:

• Collect, clean and validate real-world sensor data.

• Develop mathematical models of complex systems.

• Design and train machine/deep learning models such as recurrent neural networks (LSTMs) to predict such things as robot manipulation forces on deformable objects, and reinforcement learning agents that learn to control robots.

• Design and implement sensor networking infrastructure using the Robot Operating System (ROS).

• Design and execution of experiments.

Teaching Assistant
Loughborough University
Leicestershire
Oct 2013 – Present

TA for:

• Object Orientated Programming
  
• Thermodynamics MSc
  
• Automotive Engineering/Combustion Chemistry
  

Research Engineering Technician
Loughborough University
Leicestershire
Sep 2013 – Oct 2017

• Developed mechanical, electrical and software systems for data acquisition and control of experiments within the Engines and Powertrains Research Facility.
• Developed algorithms for autonomous engine control.
• Responsible for the collection, analysis and reporting of experimental results data.
• Assist and teach PhD students practical engineering skills. (welding, machining)

Senior Engineer progressing to Engineering Manager
Linde Materials Handling
United Kingdom
Feb 2010 – Sep 2013

• Engineering Manager - responsible for the maintenance of all electromechanical/mechatronics systems, liaison between different engineering/management groups, auditing and recording systems data and KPIs, produce reports.

• Developed software systems using MS excel and MS access - to better facilitate the collection, reporting and querying of systems data.
• Used data to identify the root causes of high expenditure as well as opportunities for company growth.
• Developed machine learning/predictive models to forecast potential system failures and optimise maintenance schedules.

Automotive Systems Engineer
Jaguar Land Rover
Derby Oct 2005 - Feb 2010

• Responsible for diagnosing complex faults on electrical and mechanical systems.
• Collected historical fault data and used it to increase fault diagnostic efficiency.
• Installed electrical systems.

Vehicle Technician
Ford Motor Company
Nottingham Jun 2002 - Oct 2005

• Diagnose and remedy any and all faults on vehicle systems.

Licenses & Certifications

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LinkedIn Machine Learning Assessment
Score: Top 5% of 197k people
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LinkedIn Python Assessment
Score: Top 15% of 1.1M people
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Data Science Math Skills
Coursera
Issued date Nov 2020 - No Expiration Date
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GCP - How Google Does Machine Learning
Coursera
Issued date Oct 2020 - No Expiration Date
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SQL Fundamentals
SoloLearn
Issued date Jul 2019 - No Expiration Date
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Python3
SoloLearn
Issued date Nov 2019 - No Expiration Date
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Python
TestDome
Issued date Sep 2020 - No Expiration Date
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Advanced Predictive Modeling: Mastering Ensembles and Metamodeling
LinkedIn
Issued date Aug 2020 - No Expiration Date

PyTorch Essential Training: Deep Learning
LinkedIn
Issued date Jul 2020 - No Expiration Date

Amazon Web Services Machine Learning Essential Training
LinkedIn
Issued date Aug 2020 - No Expiration Date

Learning Go
LinkedIn
Issued date Aug 2020 - No Expiration Date

Python Statistics Essential Training
LinkedIn
Issued date Aug 2020 - No Expiration Date

Data Science & Analytics Career Paths & Certifications: First Steps
LinkedIn
Issued date Mar 2020 - No Expiration Date

Programming Foundations: Version Control with Git
LinkedIn
Issued date Jul 2020 - No Expiration Date