Sarah Mitchell

42 Thornfield Lane
Bristol, BS8 3PQ
+44 117 956 4287 | sarah.mitchell.eng@gmail.com
https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahmitchellmech


WORK EXPERIENCE

Prototype Assembly Engineer
Precision Dynamics Ltd, Coventry, West Midlands
June 2021 – Present

• Lead assembly and integration of prototype mechanical systems for next-generation vehicle platforms, coordinating cross-functional teams of 8-12 engineers and technicians to meet aggressive development timelines
• Design and fabricate custom fixtures and tooling using AutoCAD and Siemens NX, reducing assembly time by 35% and improving dimensional accuracy to within 0.05mm tolerances
• Implement root cause analysis methodologies to resolve assembly issues, identifying and correcting 40+ design-for-manufacturability concerns before production release
• Mentor junior engineers and technicians on assembly best practices, quality standards, and lean manufacturing principles, improving team efficiency by 22%
• Collaborate with design engineering to validate prototype performance through instrumentation setup and data collection, supporting design iteration cycles

Mechanical Engineer
Advanced Systems Engineering, Birmingham, West Midlands
August 2018 – May 2021

• Designed mechanical components and assemblies for automotive suspension systems using Siemens NX and AutoCAD, supporting 6 vehicle programs from concept through production
• Conducted finite element analysis using ANSYS to validate structural integrity and durability of chassis components under dynamic loading conditions
• Developed test rigs and instrumentation systems to evaluate prototype performance, collecting and analyzing data to drive design improvements
• Participated in lean manufacturing initiatives that reduced waste by 18% and improved production throughput
• Supported quality management activities including failure mode analysis and corrective action implementation

Associate Mechanical Engineer
Integrated Engineering Solutions, Solihull, West Midlands
June 2016 – July 2018

• Assisted in design and development of mechanical systems for prototype vehicles, creating 3D CAD models and detailed engineering drawings
• Performed tolerance analysis and geometric dimensioning to ensure proper fit and function of assembled components
• Supported prototype build activities in the assembly lab, troubleshooting issues and implementing design modifications
• Documented assembly procedures and quality inspection criteria for manufacturing handoff
• Utilized Python scripting to automate repetitive CAD tasks and data analysis workflows


EDUCATION

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering
University of Manchester, Manchester, Greater Manchester
Graduated: May 2016


SKILLS

CAD & Analysis: Siemens NX, AutoCAD, ANSYS
Manufacturing: Lean Manufacturing, Fixtures, Quality Management, Root Cause Analysis
Technical: Instrumentation, Rig Design, Problem Solving, Python
Professional: Teamwork, Management, Mentoring, Microsoft Office


ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• Proficient in Adobe Photoshop for technical documentation and presentation materials
• Active participant in continuous improvement initiatives and cross-functional problem-solving teams