Benjamin Vinyard
Bury,United Kingdom
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven Technical Director with over 15 years of experience in pioneering technological advancements and leading strategic growth in the industry. Renowned for fast problem-solving and creating world-first technologies, with a proven track record of accelerating profit growth and business expansion. Actively involved in shaping industry regulations as a Board Member and Review Panelist at DCODE. Passionate about driving a company to new heights of success through relentless dedication and innovative leadership. Committed to being a constant force in business, available around the clock to push boundaries and achieve extraordinary results.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work history
Partner Success Manager
Sungrow Power UK
Hybrid Manchester/Milton Keynes, Greater Manchester
2024.11 - Current
- Responsible for the growth of distribution market share UK. 1000% growth achieved in 12 months.
- Two decades of experience in the renewables industry with extensive contacts.
- Specialist in BESS and a contributor to the IET standards and an ex consultant to Pylontech from 2015 to 2020
- Established new partnerships for enhanced industry reach.
- Crafted effective sales strategies, contributing to increased profit margins.
Technical Director
SWS Northwest Ltd
2021.05 - 2026.02
- Transformed a domestic solar and heat pump business into a highly profitable commercial enterprise, significantly increasing its value. Under my leadership, SWS has grown substantially, securing government funding for its dedication to research in new technologies and demonstrating a strong track record in service and problem-solving. Successfully turned the company around from a £100,000 loss to generating £2 million annually.
- Transformed a domestic solar and heat pump business into a highly profitable commercial enterprise, significantly increasing its value. Under my leadership, SWS has grown substantially, securing government funding for its dedication to research in new technologies and demonstrating a strong track record in service and problem-solving. Successfully turned the company around from a £100,000 loss to generating £2 million annually.
Member of the DCODE review panel
Energy Networks Association
2017.10 - 2026.02
- Credit and Author of the Distribution Code which is aimed at anyone with an interest in the National Grid. It contains information about the regulatory structure in Great Britain and Europe and also provides a simple explanation of the various sections of the Distribution Code
- Credit and Author of the Distribution Code which is aimed at anyone with an interest in the National Grid. It contains information about the regulatory structure in Great Britain and Europe and also provides a simple explanation of the various sections of the Distribution Code
Technical Manager
Social Energy
2019.01 - 2021.07
- Pioneer in developing a world-first AI-driven energy sharing system with a decentralized fleet of batteries. My experience also includes working with SE as a utility provider, giving me a comprehensive understanding of both the installation and supply aspects of renewable energy.
- Pioneer in developing a world-first AI-driven energy sharing system with a decentralized fleet of batteries. My experience also includes working with SE as a utility provider, giving me a comprehensive understanding of both the installation and supply aspects of renewable energy.
Technical & Business Development Manager
Waxman Energy
2018.06 - 2018.12
- Successfully brought major manufacturers on board at Waxman and discontinued products that posed a liability. These strategic changes remain in effect, underscoring the soundness of the decisions made.
- Successfully brought major manufacturers on board at Waxman and discontinued products that posed a liability. These strategic changes remain in effect, underscoring the soundness of the decisions made.
Senior Technical Support
Segen Ltd
2010.06 - 2018.06
- Engineering professional focussed on problem solving in all aspect of energy production. Utilising the very latest ideas combined with visionary technologies.
- Study of new technology, regulations and system design solutions.
- Testing of all SSEG and development of proprietary functionality within the company.
- Engineering professional focussed on problem solving in all aspect of energy production. Utilising the very latest ideas combined with visionary technologies.
Working group contributor to Code of Practice for Electrical Energy Storage Systems
Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET)
2016.01 - 2017.05
- Credit and Author of the IET CoP for Electrical Energy Storage Systems.
- Credit and Author of the IET CoP for Electrical Energy Storage Systems.
Prototype Engineer
Stakehill
Ashton in Makerfield
2005.01 - 2010.12
Coded Welder/Fabricator
Alternative Engineering Products Ltd
Huyon
2003.02 - 2005.03
Education
Degree and Field of Study -
Huyton Tech
Degree and Field of Study - undefined
Cowley High
Skills
- Technological Innovation
- Strategic Leadership
- Rapid Problem Solving
- Regulatory Expertise
- Business Growth and Profitability
- Stakeholder Management
- Continuous Improvement
- Adaptability and Availability
- Technical proficiency
Certification
ONC Engineering
LANGUAGES
English (willing to learn new languages, preferably Chinese)
KEY ACHIEVEMENTS
Your Achievement, Describe what you did and the impact it had.
Affiliations
- Engineering - home R&D with my own ideas
- Sport
- Guitars/Music Production
Accomplishments
17 Years industry experience
Employee history with Wholesalers and manufacturers
Successful self owned business in installation.
Regulatory level electrical knowledge.
Business critical in all pursuits.
Timeline
Partner Success Manager
Sungrow Power UK
2024.11 - Current
Technical Director
SWS Northwest Ltd
2021.05 - 2026.02
Technical Manager
Social Energy
2019.01 - 2021.07
Technical & Business Development Manager
Waxman Energy
2018.06 - 2018.12
Member of the DCODE review panel
Energy Networks Association
2017.10 - 2026.02
Working group contributor to Code of Practice for Electrical Energy Storage Systems
Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET)
2016.01 - 2017.05
Senior Technical Support
Segen Ltd
2010.06 - 2018.06
Prototype Engineer
Stakehill
2005.01 - 2010.12
Coded Welder/Fabricator
Alternative Engineering Products Ltd
2003.02 - 2005.03
Degree and Field of Study - undefined
Cowley High
Degree and Field of Study -
Huyton Tech