David Gibbs

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About David Gibbs

A results-driven, conscientious engineering professional with a passion for technical challenges and quality leadership. Valuable experience across all aspects of product engineering, from concept development and design through to manufacture and delivery. Project management and leadership experience with MBA qualification. Key strategic input and process improvement while engaging internal and external stakeholders. Engineering mentor, design and production team lead with a focus on a supportive workplace culture that constructively co-ordinates the efforts of all for best performance. Extensive engineering design experience with a focus on details and optimal solutions while applying DFM and DFA principles. Proficient use of CAD software including FEA and PDM packages. Development of complex special purpose machinery in a variety of sectors including DIY products, scientific instrumentation, processing, mining and Aquaculture feeding systems. Experience with vacuum systems, drive systems, micro-fluidics, optics, positioning systems, hydraulics, pneumatics, structural and external housings. Substantial experience establishing and coordinating product manufacture lines, including facility design, assembly processes, inventory and procurement, while managing sound relationships with suppliers and other stakeholders. Experience working overseas with Chinese suppliers. Excellent assembly and workshop skills including machining and fabrication with training and qualifications. Extensive prototype build experience for proof of concept testing.