Present Day - June 2025
To this day I continue to spend my spare time working on my projects, designing and making things with CAD, 3D Printing, and electronics.
Visit my Instagram page to keep up to date with my current projects.
Daniel-Barker.com
About Me
Gordon Murray Automotive - September 2024
Started a new role as a Design Engineer - Tooling Jigs & Fixtures at Gordon Murray Automotive.
Utilizing my existing knowledge of Catia V5, I design tooling, jigs & fixtures to support the production of GMA's vehicle lineup.
Front End Development - December 2023
Completed the W3 Schools Front End Development course and began creating this website. This serves as both a portfolio of my achievements and a way to share my projects with makers and enthusiasts alike
Volution Ventilation - September 2022
Started working as a Mechanical Design Engineer at Volution Ventilation.
My role primarily consisted of designing industrial air handling and heat recovery products, namely the Sentinel Apex range of MVHR's.
I was introduced to Autodsek Inventor CAD software which I used for development of parts and assemblies, mostly sheet metal.
Transport for London - June 2022
Seconded to TfL as a Pumps and Drainage Engineer to provide technical mechanical input into project briefs and scope of works for refurbishment of several surface water pumping stations.
Certified Solidworks Professional - June 2022
Successfully completed the CSWP exam. This is a more advanced skills examination than the CSWA which demonstrates knowledge and competency with the software.
IET Engineering Award - December 2021
Awarded the IET Manufacturing Engineering Student Award for my efforts during my final year project:
Design of a Multi-function 3-Axis Machine with Modular Tool Heads for 3D Printing, PCB Milling, and Laser Engraving.
See more on my Projects page.
Capita RE&I - July 2021
Started working as a Junior Mechanical Engineer at Capita Real Estate & Infrastructure.
I contributed to mechanical design on both potable and waste water infrastructure projects,
including hydraulic calculations, production of P&IDs, and GA drawings.
Graduated - July 2021
Graduated from the University of Brighton with a first class degree in Mechanical Engineering.
I developed both theoretical knowledge and practical skills in areas such as design,
electronics, materials and manufacturing, laying a solid foundation for my future endeavors.
Joan Samuels Breakthrough Award - October 2019
Awarded the 'Joan Samuels Mechanical Engineering Breakthrough Award 2018/19' in recognition for being the highest-performing second-year Mechanical Engineering student.
Airbus Defence & Space - July 2019
I started a 12-month internship at Airbus Defence & Space where I worked in the mechanical design office (MDO) as part of the CAD Process team.
In this role, the team was dedicated to enhancing the efficiency of the design and validation processes within the MDO and other departments through automation and process improvements.
Throughout the experience, I became proficient in utilizing Catia V5 & V6 for various design activities and expanding my knowledge of CAD systems.
I delved into the realm of automation by exploring Visual Basic to create macros to improve workflow. I was also introduced to HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
Certified Solidworks Associate - June 2019
Successfully completed the CSWA exam. This is a basic skills examination which demonstrates knowledge and competency with the software.
Joan Samuels Breakthrough Award - October 2018
Awarded the 'Joan Samuels Mechanical Engineering Breakthrough Award 2017/18' in recognition of being the highest-performing first-year Mechanical Engineering student.
University - 2016
I stepped into the world of higher education and began studying mechanical engineering at the University of Brighton.