Dorrington Studio

Professional Experience

Airbus UK (2024 – Present)

Process Manufacturing Engineer / Lead Project Engineer (Contract)

Driving operational improvement projects within a high-value
aerospace manufacturing environment.

Key Achievements

• Eliminated
  a long-standing production bottleneck by developing a new part-control
  solution, reducing risk to live aircraft assembly.
• Industrialised
  an improved sealant application process delivering approximately 60%
  cycle-time reduction.
• Created
  3D visual work instructions using CATIA models to simplify complex build
  operations and improve workforce efficiency.
• Delivered
  practical engineering improvements within a highly regulated,
  high-consequence environment.

Rolls Royce (2017 - 2024)

Manufacturing Engineer, Decommissioned Parts Recovery Inspector and
Engineer

Delivered manufacturing engineering, quality assurance and
continuous improvement across critical aerospace programmes.

Key Achievements

• Designed
  bespoke tooling and validation methods that recovered £500k+ of previously
  unusable stock.
• Helped
  unlock production output supporting approximately £66m in engine
  deliveries.
• Introduced
  3D printed tooling solutions to reduce lead times and improve shop-floor
  responsiveness.
• Recognised
  internally for solving difficult manufacturing constraints quickly and
  practically.
• Appointed
  Mental Health Champion, supporting culture and wellbeing initiatives.

Avalon Plastics (2017 - 2018)

Business Development and NPI Consultant (Contract)

Supported commercial growth through product opportunity
development and market-led innovation.

Key Achievements

• Conducted
  market reviews, SWOT analysis and competitor assessment.
• Identified
  new product opportunities aligned to factory capability and market demand.
• Contributed
  to growth strategy through commercially focused innovation proposals.

Trees Building Contractor (2017 – 2017)

Commercial Sales and 3D CAD Specialist (Contract)

Dwelling 3D Modelling:

Utilised advanced 3D modelling techniques to create detailed representations of
residential structures, enhancing visualisation for clients and stakeholders.

Quote 3D Rendering:

Produced visually compelling 3D renderings for project quotes, providing clients with a realistic preview of proposed construction or development projects.

Sale of Development Land:

Played a pivotal role in the commercial sales team, contributing expertise in showcasing development land through visually appealing 3D presentations.

Outcome:

Facilitated the sales process by presenting clients with immersive 3D models and renderings, enhancing the marketing and negotiation of development land.

University of Bath / Diversus (2017 –
2017) 

NPI, Design & Product Development Consultant (Consultant)

Advanced Materials:

Applied expertise in advanced materials to enhance product durability, performance, and innovation.

Product Research:

Conducted thorough product research, staying abreast of industry trends and technological advancements to inform the development process.

Realised Product Ready to Manufacture:

Successfully guided the development lifecycle from concept to manufacturing, ensuring the realisation of high-quality products with a focus on feasibility and scalability.

Outcome:

Contributed to the successful realisation of products by integrating cutting-edge materials and innovative design principles, ensuring products were ready for efficient and effective manufacturing.

GKN Aerospace (2013 – 2015)

Inspection, Certification Engineer A380 Wing Structures (Contract)

Sole Management of Goods In, Raw Material, Dispatch / Certification:

Managed component certification, compliance and traceability
on A380 wing structure programmes.

Key Achievements

• Controlled
  lifecycle certification from goods receipt through final release.
• Maintained
  strict compliance to aerospace quality and customer standards.

Coordinated between engineering, production and
quality functions.

Hewlett Packard (2010 – 2013)

Component Engineering Support

Supported engineering procurement, strategic sourcing and
supplier performance within a global technology business.

Key Achievements

• Identified
  and qualified second-source electronic components to maintain competitive
  pricing and reduce supplier dependency.
• Built
  strong supplier relationships to improve responsiveness, commercial
  flexibility and sourcing options.
• Supported
  purchasing decisions that protected margins while maintaining continuity
  of supply.
• Balanced
  technical requirements with commercial objectives across internal
  stakeholders.

Airbus UK 2002 – 2010

Apprentice, Site Maintenance Repair & Installation Engineer, Laser
Metrology Engineer

Measurements:

Conducted precise measurements using laser metrology techniques, ensuring accuracy in the manufacturing and assembly of A400M Wing Structures.

Advanced Technologies:

Applied cutting-edge technologies to enhance measurement processes, contributing to the efficiency and precision of wing structure development.

Pneumatics, Hydraulics, Electrical, Structures:

Executed maintenance, repair, and installation duties, specialising in pneumatics, hydraulics, electrical systems, of the sites facilities.

ENTREPRENEURIAL COMMERCIAL EXPERIENCE

Founder – Multiple Product & E-Commerce Ventures

Created and launched products, brands and online businesses
from concept to revenue generation. Includes: DorringtonStudio.com,
T-ShirtPrinter.com, AlloyAlly.com, and DiabolikBeast.com.

Highlights

Investment & Pitching: Successfully secured Angel
investment through Dragon’s Den style high-pressure pitches and managed
successful online crowdfunding campaigns to bring new products to market.

Financial Negotiation: Became the first Vape and CBD
retailer globally to successfully negotiate Klarna’s strict criteria, gaining
approval for "Buy Now, Pay Later" and instalment payment services.

IP Execution: Authored and secured multiple granted
patents for mechanical innovations, managing the full process from design to
global manufacture and sales.

End-to-End Execution: Managed product design,
prototyping, sourcing, branding, websites and fulfilment for direct-to-consumer
brands.

Market Agility: Demonstrated repeated ability to
identify niche market gaps and execute commercial launches quickly.

EDUCATION & TRAINING

• NVQ Level 4 Apprenticeship – Distinction
• City & Guilds – Engineering
• Product Lifecycle Management (PLM)

ENTREPRENEURIAL COMMERCIAL EXPERIENCE

Founder – Multiple Product & E-Commerce Ventures

Created and launched products, brands and online businesses
from concept to revenue generation. Includes: DorringtonStudio.com,
T-ShirtPrinter.com, AlloyAlly.com, and DiabolikBeast.com.

Highlights

Investment & Pitching: Successfully secured Angel
investment through Dragon’s Den style high-pressure pitches and managed
successful online crowdfunding campaigns to bring new products to market.

Financial Negotiation: Became the first Vape and CBD
retailer globally to successfully negotiate Klarna’s strict criteria, gaining
approval for "Buy Now, Pay Later" and instalment payment services.

IP Execution: Authored and secured multiple granted
patents for mechanical innovations, managing the full process from design to
global manufacture and sales.

End-to-End Execution: Managed product design,
prototyping, sourcing, branding, websites and fulfilment for direct-to-consumer
brands.

Market Agility: Demonstrated repeated ability to
identify niche market gaps and execute commercial launches quickly.

EDUCATION & TRAINING

• NVQ Level 4 Apprenticeship – Distinction
• City & Guilds – Engineering
• Product Lifecycle Management (PLM)