KORELL HARRISON
London
Summary
Mechanical design engineer with over four years of experience in product design and development. Expertise in creating advanced mechanical equipment using CAD software, including SOLIDWORKS, CATIA, and ANSYS. Proven track record in implementing innovative design solutions that enhance product functionality and efficiency.
Proactive professional with knack for strategic planning and problem-solving, coupled with excellent communication and leadership abilities. Skilled in managing resources effectively and fostering team collaboration to drive project success. Committed to delivering measurable results and continuous improvement in Project Management.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Project Manager & Design Engineer
Woods Air Movement (USA)
Murfreesboro, Tennessee
09.2025 - Current
- Manage customer projects from order intake through technical submittals, testing, manufacturing, and final delivery, including on-site sign-off.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for customers throughout the project lifecycle, ensuring clear, timely, and professional communication
- Define project scope, objectives, and deliverables in alignment with senior management and key stakeholders.
- Prepare and review project technical submittals, ensuring compliance with the quotation,
customer specifications, and any applicable Buy America requirements. - Perform 3D modelling in SolidWorks for axial fans, jet fans, ancillary components, and support structures.
- Create manufacturing drawings with consideration for fabrication partner requirements and component sourcing (domestic & international).
- Collaborate with UK and USA design teams to build accurate Bills of Materials (BOM)
- Support the sales team with engineering input, drawings, and minor adjustments as needed
R & D Engineer
Woods Air Movement (UK)
Colchester
01.2024 - 09.2025
- Woods Air Movement specialises in the design, test, certification, and manufacture of axial fans for a wide range of industrial, life applications
- Manage all Engineering aspects of new product development
- Estimate design costs for R&D projects - including input at the budget stage
- Report on project progress at regular project reviews
- Work with Sales to develop business opportunities at the project concept stage
- Identify and implement improvements in design tools and systems to drive increased productivity within the R&D process
- Produce product/component designs, from concept through to manufacturing readiness, using a high end 3d CAD package
- Produce supporting detail drawings and bills of materials for integration into product Configuration and ERP software tools
- Produce technical documentation in accordance with the New Product Introduction Process - Design FMEA, Product Risk Analysis, Technical Product Specifications etc
- Support Business Unit Continuous, Productivity and Service Level Improvement activities working with the Process/Manufacturing/ Engineers
- Contribute and Lead defined RTC (Redesign-To-Cost) projects in line with the Business Unit strategic plans and targets
- Ensure that Company quality procedures are adhered to.
Mechanical Design Engineer
LPA group
Essex
03.2023 - 10.2023
- LPA Connection Systems design and manufacture flexible product solutions for complex electrical inter-connection applications
- Our products include: Inter-car connection systems for rail rolling stock Ground power supply aviation products including connectors and cable carriers Niphan range of industrial connectors for rugged environments
- Evaluating customer requirements from initial enquiry and delivering designs suitable for manufacture whist meeting customer specification
- Providing sound technical solutions to engineering problems and identifying alternative design recommendations when necessary
- Creating detailed drawings for manufacture and assembly and have knowledge of metal fabrication, machining or injection moulding applications
- Determine product BOM's and maintain within Company ERP system liaising with purchasing
- Ensuring all designs meet required legislative guidelines around HSE
- Provide support during the introduction of both new and current products in manufacturing
- Lead design reviews to communicate lessons learnt and action plans internally & externally
- Support internal/external customers through good communication and technical data
- Maintain and improve on departmental procedures and processes as required.
Mechanical Design Engineer
Thurne Middleby
Norwich
12.2021 - 02.2023
- Thurne has an international reputation for high quality, precision engineered industrial slicing systems for bacon, cooked meats, and cheese applications
- Coordinated all aspects of production, including selection of manufacturing methods, fabrication, and operation of product designs.
Mechanical Engineer Lecturer
Oaklands College
Welwyn garden city
03.2021 - 11.2021
- Prepare and deliver courses and teaching material as nominated by the National Curriculum
- Ensuring student's work are marked promptly, objectively, and accurately
- Acting as a personal tutor and therefore be responsible for a group of learners
- Providing timely, transparent, and fair tutorial and other support to them as deemed appropriate
- Complying with quality standards including undertaking internal verification work
- Preparing reports for external parties such as parents, employers.
Automotive Design Engineer
Brunel Formula Student Team
London
09.2018 - 05.2019
- Design a wheel hub system as part of the suspension team taking part in the Annual Student Formula One competition
- Carrying out research surrounding wheel hubs to further draft designs
- Liaising with suspension team member to attain accurate dimensions and further recommendations
- Modifying and optimizing draft designs to meet design specifications and team's recommendations
- Utilizing CAD software such as SOLIDWORKS and ANSYS to further develop and simulate designs.
Education
MSc Automotive & Motorsport Engineering - Engineering
Brunel University
London 09.2018 - 06.2019
BEng Mechanical Engineering -
Hull University
Hull City 09.2014 - 06.2018
Skills
- SOLIDWORKS
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- CATIA
- Product design
- Project budgeting
- Cost estimation
- ANSYS Workbench
- Microsoft Excel
- Thermal Analysis
- Concept development
- Calm under pressure
- Problem-solving
- FEA
- Goal-Oriented approach
- Decision making capacity
- Performance tracking
- Project cost estimation
- Budgeting oversight
- Project lifecycle expertise
Accomplishments
One of my first engineering design achievements was during my time as a Automotive Design Engineer. My design contribution to the suspension team placed Brunel University 15th out of 81 teams in the Annual Student Formula competition held at Silverstone.
Custom
References available upon request.
Timeline
Project Manager & Design Engineer
Woods Air Movement (USA)
09.2025 - Current
R & D Engineer
Woods Air Movement (UK)
01.2024 - 09.2025
Mechanical Design Engineer
LPA group
03.2023 - 10.2023
Mechanical Design Engineer
Thurne Middleby
12.2021 - 02.2023
Mechanical Engineer Lecturer
Oaklands College
03.2021 - 11.2021
Automotive Design Engineer
Brunel Formula Student Team
09.2018 - 05.2019
MSc Automotive & Motorsport Engineering - Engineering
Brunel University
09.2018 - 06.2019
BEng Mechanical Engineering -
Hull University
09.2014 - 06.2018