Torin Wain
Aberdeen,Aberdeen City
Summary
Motivated engineering student with hands on aerospace and biomedical R&D experience. Skilled in project development, systems integration and client facing project management. Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and efficiently deliver validated solutions.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work history
Digital Twin Development
Luleå University of Technology Sweden
Luleå, Sweden
2025.08 - 2026.01
- Developed a validated high-fidelity digital twin of an autonomous forestry vehicle within an international, multidisciplinary team.
- Managed client-facing engineering role, defined requirements and adapted to scope changes through regular reviews, ensuring project alignment.
- Modelled and integrated drivetrain, hydraulic, crane, steering, and digital subsystems while leading the drive systems sub-team.
- Utilised MATLAB, Simulink, and Simscape, interfaced with CAD assemblies to create effective simulations, capturing accurate system behaviour to support further development.
- Achieved simulation accuracy within 80–98% of physical data during typical operation.
- Created technical documentation and simulation reports that guided client decisions and supported project objectives.
- Recognised by both universities for outstanding achievement, attaining mark of 82%.
4th Year Thesis Project – Collaboration
Lumenology
Glasgow, Glasgow City
2024.09 - 2025.05
- Collaborated with medical engineering firm to develop novel bioresorbable stent design, enhancing its functionality and patient outcomes.
- Analysed alloy sample microstructures to optimise stent design, contributing to improved material performance and reliability.
- Independently developed a MATLAB algorithm to automate detection and quantification of secondary phase particles within alloy microstructures, improving design data reliability.
- Optimised the algorithm for fast, reliable quantification of samples, enabling large-scale data comparisons previously deemed impossible, while saving hours per dataset.
- Developed programming skills through hands-on experience in algorithm optimisation.
Engineering Internship
Lumenology
2025.06 - 2025.08
- Designed, manufactured, and experimentally validated varied stent graft production and treatment methods within a professional environment.
- Developed new stent crimping method, enabling ~10% reduction in device size.
- Applied a self-developed automated image analysis algorithm to support data-driven design optimisation within iterative R&D workflows.
- Coordinated cross-functional design reviews with engineers and material scientists, enhancing optimisation of stent mechanical performance under simulated vascular conditions.
- Presented findings to company stakeholders, shaping future stent production protocols.
- Awarded a summer R&D internship based on high-quality fourth-year thesis work, continuing development of an industrial stent design project.
Gravity-Related Summer School
European Space Agency
Libin, Belgium
2024.06 - 2024.06
- Managed international, multidisciplinary team to develop project proposal linking hepatic liver cell production and insulin resistance to hypergravity conditions.
- Successfully presented the project, which was highly praised by industry professionals.
- Participated in expert-led lectures on space travel, gravity effects, and engineering challenges within aerospace applications, enhancing knowledge and insights.
- Developed communication and teamwork skills through collaborative projects with diverse teams.
Shop assistant
Tesco
Aberdeenshire & Glasgow
2022.06 - Current
- Developed strong organisational, problem solving, and customer service skills.
- Thrived in a fast-paced environment through multitasking and teamwork.
- Managed diverse responsibilities in busy store, ensuring smooth operations with minimal staff.
- Fulfilled online orders efficiently, consistently meeting targets.
3rd Year Hydrokinetic Energy Converter Project
University of Strathclyde
Glasgow, Glasgow City
2023.09 - 2024.04
- Achieved a top ranked power to cost ratio due to efficiency attained through iterative testing.
- Managed team to design, develop, and test hydrokinetic energy converter, ensuring alignment with project goals.
- Refined design through engineering analysis, enhancing potential for future improvements.
- Collaborated effectively with stakeholders, presenting clear and concise updates on project progress.
5th Year Professional Skills for Senior Engineers
University of Strathclyde
Glasgow, Glasgow City
2025.09 - 2025.12
- Utilised UK-SPEC CEng competencies to uphold quality standards.
- Coordinated versatile team in simulated industrial setting, enhancing collaborative problem-solving.
- Delivered impactful elevator pitches to effectively communicate ideas.
- Facilitated community 5 km run to encourage participation and social interaction.
Strategic Analysis of Engineering Case Studies
University of Strathclyde
Glasgow, Glasgow City
2023.09 - 2023.12
- Led discussions on assessment preparation and professional development skills, enhancing career awareness among participants.
- Developed mentoring, collaboration, and reflective practice skills through regular engagement and feedback evaluation.
- Mentored first year students in structured guidance sessions, facilitating academic development and smoother transition.
Education
Master of Mechanical Engineering - Mechanical Engineering
University of Strathclyde
Glasgow 2021.09 -
Skills
- Client consulting
- Communication
- Teamwork
- Project Management
- Critical Thinking
- Excel Word Powerpoint
- Solidworks Edgecam
- MATLAB
- Simulink Simscape
- Ansys: Workbench Granta Edupack
- Unreal Engine
- Systems integration
Languages
English (Fluent)
French (Intermediate)
Volunteer Experience
- Food Parcel Volunteer, Garioch Community Kitchen, 2021, 2021, Cooperated with volunteers to assemble and deliver food parcels during COVID., Used organisational and teamwork skills to support families.
- Volunteer, Grampian Rotary Foundation, 2020, 2020, Planned, publicised, and participated in events and fundraisers to support polio vaccination initiatives., Developed coordination, communication, and interpersonal skills through community engagement.
Interests and Hobbies
Member of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering Society, Strathclyde Triathlon Society and the Strathclyde Sailing Society., Enjoys staying active, meeting new people, and socialising.
Timeline
5th Year Professional Skills for Senior Engineers
University of Strathclyde
2025.09 - 2025.12
Digital Twin Development
Luleå University of Technology Sweden
2025.08 - 2026.01
Engineering Internship
Lumenology
2025.06 - 2025.08
4th Year Thesis Project – Collaboration
Lumenology
2024.09 - 2025.05
Gravity-Related Summer School
European Space Agency
2024.06 - 2024.06
3rd Year Hydrokinetic Energy Converter Project
University of Strathclyde
2023.09 - 2024.04
Strategic Analysis of Engineering Case Studies
University of Strathclyde
2023.09 - 2023.12
Shop assistant
Tesco
2022.06 - Current
Master of Mechanical Engineering - Mechanical Engineering
University of Strathclyde
2021.09 -