Simon Rook
Leamington Spa,Warwickshire
Summary
Certified IATF/ISO9001:2015 Auditor with extensive experience in creating, managing, and updating Quality Management Systems. Skilled in developing and implementing processes and procedures, with a strong proficiency in the 8D problem-solving methodology. Holds a full clean driving licence for 43 years and possesses conversational skills in German and French. Committed to enhancing operational efficiency through meticulous quality assurance practices.
Overview
1
1
Certification
6
6
years of post-secondary education
37
37
years of professional experience
Work history
Lead Technical Specialist
Tata Motors Design Tech Centre
2006.01 - Current
- Executed engine calibration work from 2006 to 2010, supporting teams in India.
- Led the technical team to transform the Pixel motor show concept car into a driveable demonstrator.
- Monitored verification testing and target achievement of various projects since 2012 in Engineering Quality at Tata Motors Limited; contributed to implementation of ISO9001-compliant QMS and participated as certified IATF/ISO9001:2015 auditor in internal audit team.
Principle calibration engineer
Pulse EMS Ltd
2004.08 - 2006.01
- Executed engine calibration for Land Rover Discovery3 and Range Rover/Sport Supercharged, ensuring optimal performance and compliance with specifications.
Principle calibration engineer
Ricardo UK Ltd
2001.05 - 2003.08
- Worked in the controls department on a number of projects, was seconded to the Mini engine calibration team to support the last 9 months before start of production
- Aug'03 - One year working at Ford’s Dagenham plant in the on going product development team with sole responsibility for the common rail fuel injection systems being fitted to the Lynx and Puma engines.
senior calibration engineer
Cosworth Technology Ltd
1999.01 - 2001.02
- Worked for 2 years on a Bosch ME7 application, system on a project for Volkswagen.
- Carried out research on hybrid vehicles.
Rover Group
1989.09 - 1998.12
- Joining as a graduate trainee before joining the calibration department, spending 9 years within Rover group, that time was spent in powertrain, 7 years in the calibration department and 2 years within the cooling, fueling and exhaust group, highlights include:
- 27MY Mini (MPI).
- MGF CVT application.
- Team leader, Minor Projects team.
Education
B.Sc - Engineering (Mechanical)
Leicester University
1986.10 - 1989.07
Sir Roger Manwoods School
1981.06 - 1984.06
Skills
- Certified IATF/ISO9001:2015 Auditor
- Experienced in creating, managing and updating a Quality Management System
- Experienced in creating, refinding and implementing processes and procedures
- 8D problem solving methodology
- Full clean driving license held for 43 years
- Conversational German and French
Certification
Certified IATF/ISO9001:2015 auditor
Interests
Mountain biking, I enjoy building my own bikes to get a bike to suite my exact preferences.
Rallying, I am in particular a keen follower of the circuit rally championship and create my own videos for sharing on social media.
Campanology (Bell ringing),
Home and garden DIY.
Custom
- Date of birth: 27th July 1966.
- Family status: Married with 3 children.
- Current salary: £85,100 plus £4,800, 6% pension and Health insurance. (Total £95,006)
Timeline
Lead Technical Specialist
Tata Motors Design Tech Centre
2006.01 - Current
Principle calibration engineer
Pulse EMS Ltd
2004.08 - 2006.01
Principle calibration engineer
Ricardo UK Ltd
2001.05 - 2003.08
senior calibration engineer
Cosworth Technology Ltd
1999.01 - 2001.02
Rover Group
1989.09 - 1998.12
B.Sc - Engineering (Mechanical)
Leicester University
1986.10 - 1989.07
Sir Roger Manwoods School
1981.06 - 1984.06