David Charette

Background

About David Charette

I am a Mechanical Engineer developing clean energy technologies. I have a passion for product development and enjoy creating and testing products. From intuitive and efficient lab equipment to durable and easy to service mountain bike products, I can design, test, and iterate ideas to create high quality products. Outside of engineering, I enjoy refining my mountain biking skills, exploring the mountains backcountry skiing, challenging myself rock climbing, and maintaining my sports equipment. I have developed hands on skills working as a bike mechanic, guided mountain bikers with the BC Bike Ride, and helped people improve their skiing as a ski instructor. I incorporate this experience into my engineering designs. Whether I am using my bike mechanic experience to efficiently build prototypes and design easy to service products or my outdoor experience to select materials that block ocean spray and feel comfortable during high exertion activities, my experience outside of engineering greatly contributes to my designs. Cover photo taken by Dave Silver Photography during the BC Bike Ride.