I started my career in the automotive sector, after having a passion for motor racing throughout my childhood.
I enjoyed the fast-paced work and exciting projects, but I felt like I wanted to do something that could impact more people. I moved to a design consultancy where I got the chance to experience a wide range of industries and expand my skills. During this time, a project in the medical sector appealed to me most, so after a short career break I started my next challenge.
I began working at a prosthetics company, designing upper limb bionic prosthetics. I really loved getting to work closely with users while designing the equipment and getting a real sense of how my work could make a difference. I also got the opportunity to work with a range of large Pharmaceutical companies on wide reaching projects, but it only reminded me of how rewarding it was to work more closely with those the devices are impacting.
I am now working on the design and build of washing, bathing and handling equipment for disabled children and adults in care. It provides a great balance of rewarding work that’s also challenging, whilst allowing me to work closely with user’s to design something that fits their needs in the best way possible. It gives me a great sense of purpose knowing a product I designed can improve an individual’s quality of life.