Lee Rosie
Fettercairn,Aberdeenshire
Summary
Motivated Mechanical Fitter/ R&D Technician with 8 years of hands-on experience in assembly, testing, maintenance and diagnostics of mechanical equipment and subsea tooling. Proven ability to work across full product development cycle, from prototype build through to functional testing and commissioning. Strong cross-discipline capability spanning mechanical/hydraulic systems, electrical assemblies, and control systems, with a methodical approach to fault-finding and quality assurance.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Mechanical/Research and Development Technician
Whittaker Engineering
Stonehaven
2022.12 - Current
- Carried out extensive assembly, fault diagnosis and repair on a wide variety of mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic systems as well as subsea equipment and tooling.
- Completed pressure testing procedures on equipment to verify integrity prior to deployment to the field. This included gas, hydrostatic and function testing of specific systems as required.
- Fabricated and fitted small bore tubing assemblies to subsea components which included bending, cutting, routing and testing.
- Contributed to the design, development, and optimisation of a patented in-house Stirling‑cycle heat pump prototype within an R&D environment.
- Involved in all stages of the project, from initial design, assembly, through to extensive performance testing and diagnostics.
- Carried out wiring of sensors and instrumentation to the prototype whilst also creating parts of the control and data logging system.
- Helped to identify issues throughout the design and build process and fed this information back to the engineering team to support ongoing developments towards the functional prototype.
- Conducted performance testing and monitoring, observing thermal outputs, pressure cycles and system behaviour.
- Ensured all work carried out in the mechanical and R&D department was completed safely and to a high standard, following correct procedures and completing relevant documentation as required.
Apprentice Mechanical Fitter
Whittaker Engineering
Stonehaven
2018.07 - 2022.12
- Completed a comprehensive apprenticeship focused on mechanical fitting, manufacturing processes, and maintenance practices across a range of industrial equipment.
- Gained broad hands‑on experience with mechanical systems, tooling, and subsea equipment, developing a strong understanding of component function, assembly, and system operation.
- Learned and applied effective fault‑finding and problem‑solving techniques, supporting the diagnosis and repair of mechanical issues in real working environments.
- Developed practical skills in machining, fitting, inspection, and safe workshop practices while working alongside experienced engineers and technicians.
- Built a solid foundation in mechanical engineering principles, preparing for progression into more advanced technical roles.
- Achieved safe work practices by adhering to health and safety regulations.
Education
NVQ Level 3 - Mechanical
North East Scotland College
Aberdeen, Aberdeen City 2018.07 - 2022.07
Higher - Engineering Science
Mackie Acedemy
Stonehaven, Aberdeenshire 2017.07 - 2018.07
Higher - Mathematics
Mackie Academy
Stonehaven, Aberdeenshire 2017.07 - 2018.07
Higher - Physics
Mackie Academy
Stonehaven, Aberdeenshire 2017.07 - 2018.07
Higher - Physical Education
Mackie Academy
Stonehaven, Aberdeenshire 2017.07 - 2018.07
Skills
Mechanical assembly and testing
Prototype development and R&D support
Manufacturing processes knowledge
Safety compliance and engineering standards
Technology adaptability
Hand and power tools proficiency
Mechanical issue diagnosis
Understanding of mechanical principles
Adaptability in workshop environments
Team collaboration
Technical communication and documentation
Self-motivation and organization
Commitment to continuous learning
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Mechanical/Research and Development Technician
Whittaker Engineering
2022.12 - Current
Apprentice Mechanical Fitter
Whittaker Engineering
2018.07 - 2022.12
NVQ Level 3 - Mechanical
North East Scotland College
2018.07 - 2022.07
Higher - Engineering Science
Mackie Acedemy
2017.07 - 2018.07
Higher - Mathematics
Mackie Academy
2017.07 - 2018.07
Higher - Physics
Mackie Academy
2017.07 - 2018.07
Higher - Physical Education
Mackie Academy
2017.07 - 2018.07