ROBERT LEADER
CAMBRIDGE,Cambridgeshire
Summary
As an enthusiastic, hard-working and adaptable individual, I bring 3 years hands-on experience with testing electrical systems and 1 year mechanical assembly, including operation of manual test equipment such as digital voltmeters and oscilloscopes. I am skilled at reading engineering drawings, performing precise manual testing, and following standard operating and health & safety procedures to deliver high-quality and precise results on time. Passionate about developing my technical knowledge and contributing to team success, I am flexible with working hours and already accustomed to night shifts, confident in my ability to work independently, support continuous improvement, and add value to your test and production environment.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
17
17
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Process operative
Hexcel Corporation
Duxford, Cambridgeshire
2023.11 - Current
- Operated and supported a resin film manufacturing machine producing aerospace-grade composite materials, working to tight quality and performance specifications.
- Took on increased responsibility for machine efficiency and production continuity, becoming a key contributor to smooth day-to-day operations.
- Mixed and prepared resin systems to fuel production runs, ensuring consistency, accuracy, and adherence to process specifications.
- Conducted trial mixes to support new specifications and optimisation of existing jobs across multiple machines.
- Ran new-specification jobs and development trials, supporting continuous improvement and product development initiatives.
- Worked within ISO-standard document control systems, maintaining accurate records and ensuring full compliance with controlled documentation.
- Followed Process Flow Sheets and standard operating procedures to maintain product quality and traceability.
- Collaborated closely with Process, Quality, and Engineering teams to identify production issues and assist in root cause analysis and resolution.
- Performed physically demanding work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, maintaining focus, safety, and quality under pressure.
Test Engineer
KDP Systems
Gamlingay, Cambridgeshire
2021.12 - 2023.10
- Test and assembly of precision instrumentation such as IEPE signal conditioners and accelerometer signal simulators, actively used in the avionic industry.
- Considerable experience of fault finding on electrical systems and PCBs down to component level.
- Programming of cable tester and design of development PCBs to enhance test of cable assemblies.
- Design of test boxes used in the tests of KDP’s product range, helping reduce test times and improve accuracy, contributing to increased productivity.
- Gained experience across Production and Test departments, developing a strong understanding of end-to-end operations.
- Production experience enabled efficient fault diagnosis and identification of quality issues during testing.
- Carrying out multiple quality checks throughout stages of production and test, identifying when products do not meet company standards and ensuring adequate rework was completed.
- Significant experience programming and assembling surface mount technology.
- Highly proficient within Cable, Mechanical and Final Assembly.
- Extensive skill set with regards to through-hole PCB Assembly.
- Spent nearly a year assembling standard to complex cable assemblies, surface-mount PCBs, and electronic instrumentation.
- Due to experience in production, participated in the design of efficient and clear working procedures for manufacturing, and professional test documentation in Excel for data plotting of test results.
- Operated a range of workshop tools including pillar drills, guillotines, Dremel tools and belt sanders, to support fabrication, modification
- Trained in Level 2 PAT testing to ensure adherence to safety standards and legislation.
- Developed time management and prioritisation skills by ensuring products were tested within allocated timeframes and deadlines.
- Additionally skilled in packing and organising items for safe travel.
Personal Picker
Tesco
Bar Hill, Cambridgeshire
2020.11 - 2021.12
- Picked and packed online orders, consistently exceeding target pick rates.
- Gained experience in multiple departments, including restocking, Click & Collect, and staff reception, demonstrating adaptability.
- Developed strong customer service, communication, teamwork, and time management skills.
- Maintained professionalism on the shop floor, upholding company standards and providing excellent support to customers.
Apprentice Workshop Engineer
Rapiscan Systems
Cambridge
2018.09 - 2020.08
- Responsible for the servicing and repairs of Rapiscan’s complex trace and detection equipment.
- Quality testing a variety of brand new units and parts after they come out of production.
- Fault finding and repair on pneumatic and electromechanical systems
- Ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations and legislation is upheld, for example performing scheduled radiation wipe tests.
- Maintaining accurate spreadsheets and ensuring that these are appropriately updated.
- One of my biggest achievements at Rapiscan was repairing and refurbing 10 mobile trace detectors which were out of use since the 2012 London Olympics in an efficient time scale.
Education
EAL Level 3 Diploma - Engineering Technologies (Engineering Technology) - Merit
Cambridge Regional College
2020.09 - 2021.10
EAL Level 2 NVQ Diploma - Performing Engineering Operations - Pass
Cambridge Regional College
2018.09 - 2019.06
GCSE English Language - Level 4
Comberton Village College
2014.09 - 2018.06
GCSE Maths - Level 5
Comberton Village College
2014.09 - 2018.06
GCSE Combined Science - Level 5-5
Comberton Village College
2014.09 - 2018.06
GCSE ECDL - Distinction
Comberton Village College
2014.09 - 2018.06
Skills
- Manual test equipment operation
- Trained in level 2 PAT testing (insulation testing)
- Use of electronic measuring equipment (DVMs, oscilloscopes and understanding of vibration equipment)
- Reading and interpreting engineering drawings and layouts
- Fault finding and troubleshooting electrical systems
- Following standard operating procedures and quality standards
- Health and safety awareness in a manufacturing environment
- Time management and working to deadlines
- IT literacy
- Manual lifting
- Strong attention to detail
- Working independently/communicating as a team
- Hard-working and self-motivated
- Adaptability to different technologies and procedures
- Cooperation with ISO processes and procedures
ADDITIONAL INFO
- Gender: Male
- Date of Birth: 2002-06-27
- Place of Birth: Cambridgeshire
- Nationality: English
Timeline
Process operative
Hexcel Corporation
2023.11 - Current
Test Engineer
KDP Systems
2021.12 - 2023.10
Personal Picker
Tesco
2020.11 - 2021.12
EAL Level 3 Diploma - Engineering Technologies (Engineering Technology) - Merit
Cambridge Regional College
2020.09 - 2021.10
EAL Level 2 NVQ Diploma - Performing Engineering Operations - Pass
Cambridge Regional College
2018.09 - 2019.06
Apprentice Workshop Engineer
Rapiscan Systems
2018.09 - 2020.08
GCSE English Language - Level 4
Comberton Village College
2014.09 - 2018.06
GCSE Maths - Level 5
Comberton Village College
2014.09 - 2018.06
GCSE Combined Science - Level 5-5
Comberton Village College
2014.09 - 2018.06
GCSE ECDL - Distinction
Comberton Village College
2014.09 - 2018.06