ALEXANDROS BIRATSIS
London
Summary
Motivated Mechanical Engineering student with a strong foundation in design, optimisation, and hands-on fabrication. Proficient in CAD modelling, simulation, and analysis, with experience leading projects that enhance performance and efficiency. Passionate about innovation, problem-solving, and applying engineering expertise to real-world challenges. Seeking to contribute technical and analytical skills to dynamic teams in a fast-paced environment.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work history
Head of Design
South Bank Racing
2025.01 - Current
- Lead the design team in developing the chassis and bodywork.
- Coordinate with departments to integrate mechanical, electrical, and aerodynamic systems.
- Oversee CAD modelling, simulations, and design reviews.
- Ensure compliance with competition regulations and safety standards.
- Manage prototyping, testing, and manufacturing processes.
- Implement innovative technologies to enhance performance.
- Present design progress to sponsors, judges, and stakeholders.
- Mentor team members and foster a collaborative environment.
Head of Chassis Department
South Bank Racing
London
2024.07 - 2025.01
- Led the design and development of a high-performance chassis, achieving a 5 kg weight reduction.
- Coordinated design phases from concept to fabrication, ensuring seamless collaboration across departments.
- Improved vehicle aerodynamics through innovative structural design, optimising track performance.
- Managed testing and validation to ensure compliance with quality standards and competition regulations.
- Oversaw daily team activities, motivating cross-functional teams to meet demanding project deadlines.
Junior Mechanical Design Engineer (Intern)
Fast-Windows
London
2024.07 - 2024.08
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to deliver projects within agreed deadlines.
- Presented designs and progress updates to stakeholders.
- Collaborated with designers, manufacturers and other engineers to create new products.
- Crafted detailed drawings meeting customer requirements for structures built of different materials.
Powertrain Engineer
South Bank Racing
London
2023.09 - 2024.06
- Designed and fabricated a high-efficiency muffler and exhaust system, reducing noise levels by 5 dB while optimising exhaust flow.
- Carried out material selection and precision fabrication to ensure durability and compliance with noise regulations.
- Played a key role in enhancing engine performance, contributing to the vehicle’s competitive edge on the track.
Design Engineer
AIM93
London
2022.09 - 2023.08
- Facilitated a smooth transition from prototyping to full-scale manufacturing by collaborating with production teams.
- Analysed project plans to anticipate and mitigate potential design and operational challenges.
- Researched and implemented engineering solutions to address field failures and enhance system reliability.
Education
BEng (Hons) - Mechanical Engineering
London South Bank University
2022.10 -
Level 3 BTEC National Extended Diploma -
New Ham Sixth Form College
2020.09 - 2022.06
Skills
- Fusion 360
- SolidWorks
- ANSYS
- MATLAB
- C
- Arduino
- Design Optimization
- Material Selection
- Fabrication Techniques
- Leadership
- Collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Project Management
Certification
- CFD Simulation of a Centrifugal Pump – Completed advanced simulation training, optimizing impeller and volute designs.
- Mayor’s Entrepreneur Competition – Participated in addressing engineering challenges.
- Engineering for People Design Challenge – Contributed solutions to sustainability-oriented design problems.
Timeline
Head of Design
South Bank Racing
2025.01 - Current
Junior Mechanical Design Engineer (Intern)
Fast-Windows
2024.07 - 2024.08
Head of Chassis Department
South Bank Racing
2024.07 - 2025.01
Powertrain Engineer
South Bank Racing
2023.09 - 2024.06
BEng (Hons) - Mechanical Engineering
London South Bank University
2022.10 -
Design Engineer
AIM93
2022.09 - 2023.08
Level 3 BTEC National Extended Diploma -
New Ham Sixth Form College
2020.09 - 2022.06