Nicholas Ward
Leeds,West Yorkshire
Summary
A Proactive Solution Engineer with nearly 9 years experience driving a strong foundation in electrical engineering basics and a proven ability to adapt to new technologies. Demonstrates expertise in design innovation and CAD software competency, complemented by excellent teamwork and communication skills. Committed to leveraging technical skills to drive innovative solutions and contribute effectively to team success.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Design Engineer
Siemens Mobility
York, North Yorkshire
2023.01 - Current
- Designed and engineered detailed electrical solutions to customer specifications, including system configuration, component selection, integration, documentation, and coordination with manufacturing, procurement, and logistics teams.
- Contributed to the delivery of Scheme and Location Area Plan signalling designs for the £11 billion Transpennine Route Upgrade East (TRUe) project.
Assistant Design Engineer
Siemens Mobility
York, North Yorkshire
2022.10 - 2023.01
- Supported the development of detailed engineering solutions by independently delivering technical work packages and collaborating with lead designers to realize overall system concepts.
- Worked on major infrastructure projects, including the Durham Coast ECML Upgrade, while being mentored by Lead Design Engineers to develop technical expertise and progress towards a Design Engineer role
Associated Engineer
Siemens Mobility
York, North Yorkshire
2020.09 - 2022.10
- Delivered technical work packages and supported the design and implementation of engineering solutions in collaboration with senior designers.
Apprentice - Technical
Siemens Mobility
York, North Yorkshire
2017.08 - 2020.09
- Completed a 3 year structured vocational training programme within a technical engineering environment, developing knowledge of industry processes, methods, tools, and engineering principles.
- Supported qualified engineers with day-to-day technical tasks and project activities while gaining practical experience and professional competencies.
Education
Higher National Certificate (HNC) Level 4 - Electrical/Electronic Engineering
York College
York 2019.09 - 2020.06
BTEC Level 3 Diploma - Electrical/Electronic Engineering (QCF)
York College
York 2017.09 - 2019.07
Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) Level 3 - Engineering
York College
York 2017.09 - 2018.06
NVQ Level 2 - Performing Engineering Operations (Engineering Practices)
York College
York 2017.09 - 2018.07
Skills
FAdC Intermediate, Project Planning & Design Level 4
Hot Axle Box Detector (HABD) planning and installer training
Basic Signalling Technology (BST)
Intermediate Signalling Technology (IST)
RRI Spec 850 Design Office
Networking and Communication Essentials
CAD Microstations Cab-i-net Fundamentals Combined
Mobility Acadamy Certificate of attendance for Correlation
E&P Certificate
Emergency First Aid
Personal Track Safety (PTS)
SPWEE Electrical Training
Working At Heights
Manual Handling
Skills
- Electrical Engineering basics
- Problem Solving and Critical Thinking
- Adapting to new technologies
- Design innovation
- CAD software Competency
- Teamwork & Communication skills
Timeline
Design Engineer
Siemens Mobility
2023.01 - Current
Assistant Design Engineer
Siemens Mobility
2022.10 - 2023.01
Associated Engineer
Siemens Mobility
2020.09 - 2022.10
Higher National Certificate (HNC) Level 4 - Electrical/Electronic Engineering
York College
2019.09 - 2020.06
BTEC Level 3 Diploma - Electrical/Electronic Engineering (QCF)
York College
2017.09 - 2019.07
Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) Level 3 - Engineering
York College
2017.09 - 2018.06
NVQ Level 2 - Performing Engineering Operations (Engineering Practices)
York College
2017.09 - 2018.07
Apprentice - Technical
Siemens Mobility
2017.08 - 2020.09