James Rennie
Hove,Brighton and Hove
Summary
A recent graduate of Mechanical with Aerospace Engineering from the University of Southampton with a high Second Class Honours (Upper Division) degree. Excellent communication skills with experience working and thinking independently while being part of a larger team both in a university and professional role. Aiming to combine my interest in the aerospace sector with my current skills and experience to further my knowledge about engineering in an environment that will push me.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
20
20
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Stagehand
Glyndebourne Productions Ltd
Glynde, East Sussex
2023.06 - 2025.09
- Ensured completion of stage cues within tight schedules, facilitating seamless productions.
- Participated in a cohesive team for dismantling and constructing stage sets efficiently.
- Utilised communication skills to coordinate efforts under pressured conditions.
Paid Summer Placement Student
Ricardo Plc
Shoreham-by-Sea, West Sussex
2023.07 - 2023.09
- Achieved 5dB reduction in generator noise as key project member.
- Acquired mechanical skills through engine part changes and electronic installations.
- Engaged in data analysis to resolve technical issues efficiently.
- Collaborated with senior engineers, clients, and management in regular meetings.
Customer service role
Captains
Brighton, East Sussex
2022.06 - 2022.08
- Exercised assertiveness while interacting with customers, ensuring clear communication with colleagues during high-pressure situations.
- Refined time management by coordinating food and drink orders for customers.
Tennis coach
Pavilion and Avenue Tennis Club
Hove, East Sussex
2016.01 - 2019.12
- Collaborated with coaches to design and execute tennis sessions for diverse age groups.
- Demonstrated leadership by adapting teaching methods to suit individual learning styles.
Volunteer
Hangleton Food Bank
Hove, East Sussex
2019.06 - 2019.09
- Identified needs of deprived families and ensured access to essential food supplies.
- Adapting to shortages, allocated resources to support vulnerable community members.
Shore Crew
RNLI
Shoreham-by-Sea, West Sussex
2017.01 - 2019.09
- Assisted and rescued individuals in dangerous, life-threatening situations as part of volunteer crew.
- Developed decisive thinking skills through critical teamwork experiences in high-pressure environments.
Education
Master of Engineering - Mechanical with Aerospace Engineering
University of Southampton
Southampton 2021.09 - 2035.06
A-Levels -
Cardinal Newman Sixth Form Collage
Hove, Brighton and Hove 2018.09 - 2020.06
GCSEs -
Cardinal Newman
Hove, Brighton and Hove 2013.09 - 2018.06
Skills
Solidworks
FEA
CFD
3D printing
Laser cutting
Python
Workshop training; pillar drill, bandsaw ect
Leadership and Organisation
Communication
Affiliations
- Sports: tennis, running, rowing, lacrosse and climbing
- Instruments: sax, piano and guitar
Accomplishments
Emergency First Aid at Work Trained
Duke of Edinburgh gold award
Timeline
Paid Summer Placement Student
Ricardo Plc
2023.07 - 2023.09
Stagehand
Glyndebourne Productions Ltd
2023.06 - 2025.09
Customer service role
Captains
2022.06 - 2022.08
Master of Engineering - Mechanical with Aerospace Engineering
University of Southampton
2021.09 - 2035.06
Volunteer
Hangleton Food Bank
2019.06 - 2019.09
A-Levels -
Cardinal Newman Sixth Form Collage
2018.09 - 2020.06
Shore Crew
RNLI
2017.01 - 2019.09
Tennis coach
Pavilion and Avenue Tennis Club
2016.01 - 2019.12
GCSEs -
Cardinal Newman
2013.09 - 2018.06