Ryan Andrew Cawley 7 Melrose Terrace, East Kilbride, Glasgow, G74 4EQ

(E) ryancawley21@gmail.com , (T) 07817 778515

I am an accomplished and dedicated Masters graduate of Aero-Mechanical Engineering from

the University of Strathclyde. Motivated by challenge, I am a proactive and diplomatic leader and

team player in project work. A strategic and methodical approach to problem solving ensures my

course and research work has been thorough and detailed. I am resourceful and versatile with

excellent interpersonal skills, attributes which when coupled with my highly developed work ethic

and reputation for integrity, ensure my commitment and reliability to the project at hand.

Education ______

Masters Course in Aero-Mechanical Engineering - University of Strathclyde 2010 – 2015

Year 1- 60%, Year 3- 72% Distinction Year 5- 85% Distinction

Year 2- 68% Merit Year 4- 79% Distinction

Key Modules: Fluid and Thermodynamics; Advanced Mechanics and Dynamics; Engineering Design

Structural Mechanics; Engineering Analysis; Case Studies in Engineering; Aero-dynamic Performance

5th

Year ERASMUS Exchange Programme: Sept 2014 – Jan 2015

As part of my Master’s degree programme and in conjunction with VOLVO I completed a 5 month group

international exchange project at Chalmers University of Technology, Sweden

Higher Education St Andrews and St Brides High School, East Kilbride- 2004-2010

5th year- Physics (A), Mathematics (A), Geography (A), Physical Education (A), English (B)

6th year -Product Design (B), Human Biology (C)

Projects ____________

International Exchange Project- August 2014- Present – Took part in an international exchange

programme in which myself and 3 other Scottish students worked on designing and simulating an

innovative process plant with a corresponding virtual programmable logic controller. This project, which

was in partnership with VOLVO and ultimately aimed to effectively produce a simulation which validated

the use of an industry standard virtual commissioning software. (Grade received = 97%)

2014 Summer Internship Project- Over the course of an 8 week summer internship I completed a study

using MATLAB software in which an ANN controller was implemented in order to accurately modify the

shape of a dynamic system. This work was directly related to my thesis work on the topic of “bio-inspired

programmable matter”. As well as working with MATLAB, secondary objectives of the project gave me

the opportunity to use CAD modelling software Creo to come up with preliminary designs for a mould to

be used to create inflatable cells made from a hyperplastic material

4th

Year University Thesis - The overall objective of this investigation was to study the properties of the

material PET. The results would then be used to gauge the applicability of this material for use aboard an

inflatable cube satellite scheduled for launch in 2015. As well as this, practical experimentation was

implemented in which inflatable PET cells of varying size where individually inflated in order to quantify

the relationship between the physical geometry of the cells and their internal volume. Through several

physical experiments as well as numerous software based simulations I was able to develop both my

technical and practical skills sets, as well as advancing my personal time management and

communication. (Grade received= 83%)

B.M.F.A Competition- Group Leader Role- In June 2013 I took part in a group project in which a

model aircraft was designed, manufactured and flown in an international competition in York. I was

elected in to the group leader role at the manufacturing stage of the project due to my keen interest and

knowledge of working in a practical environment. Through taking this leadership role I also took on the

responsibility of delivering the technical presentation, a presentation which ranked in the top 5 of 30 at the

competition. The team project placed 6th overall in the competition.

Relevant Work Experience

Role - Engineering Research Intern for University of Strathclyde July 2014 – August 2014

Building of a working artificial neural network using MATLAB software to depict a dynamic

system, including the design of the dynamic system itself.

Creation of numerous CAD models for the creation of moulds using 3D printing tools. These

models had to be made to fit a specific brand of 3D printer.

Preparation of documentation and formal report writing.

Submission of A3 graphical summary of internship program.

Established contact between the project and laboratory technicians within the university to gain

access to both 3D printers and CNC machine.

Skills and Achievements Communication

Experience in writing high quality professional reports to convey results in a clear and concise

manner through years of University practice and summer internship completion.

My ease at presenting to an audience, of varying size and type, has been shaped by my ability to

deliver confident and professional presentations through my 5 years at university as well as

presenting out with academia at a B.M.F.A competition.

Capable of communicating with people at all levels. I have honed these skills through the projects

and extra-curricular activities I have undertaken at university and through working in two call

centre jobs.

I was also a member of the student congress, attending meetings and focus groups which are used

to improve the University.

Teamwork and Leadership

Was voted the 3rd

and 4th year class representative for the Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering

student cohort, in which I was able to articulate ideas and concerns to higher level university staff

through staff student liaison meetings as well as student congress

Took part in a week long project management skills course at Loch Eil Outward Bound Centre

where I learned how to efficiently manage small groups and work effectively within a team.

I work excellently in a team environment, both within and outwith academia, this is a skill that has

been developed through years of playing team sports as well as working in many group academic

projects.

Have played competitive football for the last 15 years obtaining several player of the year awards.

Previous to leaving to study in Sweden in August 2014 was a member of EKFC football club.

Other Work Experience High school math tutoring 2011- Present

Bracing line liaison/ labourer with Serious Stages Summers of 2013 and 2015

Assistant Carpet Fitter with David Cawley Carpets 2007-2014

Assistant electrician and labourer with D&G Electrical May 2013- July 2013

Outbound telesales representative with British Gas May 2011- August 2011

Interests and Extra-curricular Activities I am extremely active with a keen sense of adventure which opens me to a large range of sports

and activities, including football, wakeboarding, skiing and mountain biking.

A member of the Strathclyde University Car Club who take part in regular go-karting events.

I keep myself extremely healthy through running and attending the gym 3-4 times a week.

Additional Information Member of the Young Institute of Mechanical Engineers

References Available Upon Request