Nolan C.

Experience

• Design and Drafting Engineer Altus NZ Ltd · Freelance Jun 2024 – Present 1 yrs 7 mos Tabuk Province, Saudi Arabia • Manage design and drafting projects remotely for Altus NZ Limited in Saudi Arabia.
  • Collaborate with team members to ensure seamless communication and project delivery.
  • Utilize AutoCAD, Inventor and other design software to create innovative solutions for clients.
• Founder SOLO Foilboards · Self-employed Jun 2020 – Jun 2024 4 yrs Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand • Designed and manufactured custom foil boards for various water sports, pioneering environmentally responsible hollow timber construction.
  • Developed innovative designs for wing foiling, kite foiling, pump foiling, and downwinding, focusing on high performance and sustainability.
  • Established a reputation for creating beautiful and high-quality foil boards in Auckland, New Zealand.
• Research & Development Team Leader Altus NZ Ltd · Full-time Aug 2017 – May 2024 6 yrs 9 mos Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand • TEAM LEADERSHIP: performance management of the design team (task assignment, design guidance, coaching and career development)
  • PROJECT MANAGEMENT: leading product development lifecycle management
  • SUPPLIER RELATIONSHIP MANAGEMENT: ongoing engagement of component suppliers
  • CAD DESIGN: 2D and 3D design of aluminium extrusion profiles, and machined and die cast components in aluminium, zinc and various plastics specialising in window and door systems
  • TECHNICAL DRAFTING: preparation of technical drawings and plans for patent applications, manuals & marketing materials
  • FABRICATION: manufacturing of samples and test units from extrusions and components
  • INDUSTRIAL 3D PRINTING: 3D engineering and printer technology specialist
  • HEALTH AND SAFETY: I represent the Marketing and Product Innovation division on the H&S committee, managing all H&S related activities within the division, including safety audits, ob-servations, Gemba walks, Critical Risk Analysis, Toolboxes etc.
• Product Development Engineer ASSA ABLOY NZ · Full-time Oct 2016 – Jul 2017 9 mos Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand • CAD DESIGN: 2D and 3D design and development of architectural hardware for pacific markets
  • FABRICATION: manufacture of prototype tools and products for evolution and testing
  • PROJECT MANAGEMENT: leading product development lifecycle management
• Freelance Design Engineer Multiple Companies · Freelance Feb 2004 – Apr 2016 12 yrs 2 mos Johannesburg, GP, South Africa • Co-Designed award-winning scuba diving fin through freelance work, showcasing innovation in product development.
  • Spearheaded development of cutting-edge bicycle frames and components, demonstrating creativity and technical expertise.
• Business Development ASSA ABLOY South Africa · Full-time Jul 2012 – Mar 2016 3 yrs 8 mos Johannesburg, GP, South Africa • BUSINESS UNIT INITIATION: started the business unit from scratch, developing pricing, stocking and logistics strategies, warehousing solutions, marketing and merchandising mate-rials
  • BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT: Responsible for the introduction of Henderson sliding door gear across Southern Africa, entailing development of sales channels, go-to-market and pricing strategies and specifications pipeline across OEM, wholesale & retail.
  • SUPPLIER RELATIONSHIP MANAGEMENT: strategic supplier engagement and relationship management
  • TECHNICAL SPECIALIST: headed technical product specification support and training for the Henderson range of sliding door gear including sales and aftersales support
  • CAD DESIGN: produced drawings for stacking areas and door layouts
  • BUSINESS RELATIONSHIP MANAGEMENT: successfully partnered with ironmongery re-sellers throughout South Africa
  • SALES & MARKETING MANAGEMENT: developed and implemented Henderson pricing, mar-keting and sales strategy
• Technical Manager L&D Enterprises / Fentech · Full-time Jul 2011 – Jul 2012 1 yrs Johannesburg, GP, South Africa • TEAM LEADERSHIP: supervised and mentored three junior drawing office team members
  • CAD DESIGN: 2D and 3D design of aluminium extrusion profiles for a new Unitized façade system, collaborating with structural engineers and extrusion suppliers
  • TECHNICAL DRAFTING: preparation of technical shop drawings and plans for projects
  • PROJECT MANAGEMENT: undertook management of each project I led, including client and supplier relations
  • PROCUREMENT: handled procurement of materials for each project I led
• Partner Evolution Contemporary Aluminium Furniture · Full-time Mar 2004 – Jun 2011 7 yrs 3 mos Johannesburg, GP, South Africa • PRODUCTION MANAGEMENT: Oversaw the production process, co-ordinating all production activities and operations for timber and aluminium furniture and glass products
  • SITE AND PROJECT MANAGEMENT: Led and project managed onsite installation teams of architectural glass products, furniture
  • CAD DESIGN: 2D and 3D design of furniture and architectural glass products, including detailed mechanical drawings
• Product Designer TSW Manufacturing · Full-time Apr 1996 – Feb 2004 7 yrs 10 mos Pretoria, GP, South Africa • PRODUCT DESIGNER: 50+ wheel designs for Porsche, BMW, Mercerdes, Volvo, Toyota and Nissan USA, TSW and ATS aftermarket and original equipment
  • GRAPHIC DESIGNER: conceptual design of aftermarket wheels
  • PROJECT MANAGER: managed design and implementation of a bill of materials database
  • DRAUGHTSMAN: detailed drawings of wheels and accessories