Paul Huggett
About Paul Huggett
Paul Huggett is a Principal Scientist and Materials Manager at Applus+, where he specializes in the development of wear-resistant materials for mining and earthmoving equipment. With a strong academic background in Materials Science and extensive industry experience, he has established a Materials Centre to provide specialized analysis services.
Work at Applus+
Paul Huggett has been serving as Principal Scientist and Materials Manager at Applus+ since 2017. He is based in Bibra Lake, Perth, Western Australia. In this role, he established the Materials Centre, which focuses on providing specialized services such as materials analysis, failure analysis, and wear and corrosion analysis. His expertise in wear-resistant materials and composites for mining and earthmoving equipment is integral to the operations at Applus+.
Education and Expertise
Paul Huggett has a strong academic background in Materials Science. He earned his Bachelor of Applied Science with Honours from the University of Technology Sydney from 1982 to 1985. He continued his studies at the same institution, obtaining a Master of Science from 1987 to 1992 and later a PhD from 2001 to 2008. His education underpins his extensive experience in failure analysis of metals, polymers, ceramics, and composites across various industries.
Background
Before joining Applus+, Paul Huggett worked as a Casual Lecturer in Metallurgy at Central TAFE from 1997 to 2009. He also held the position of Manager of Metallurgical Services at Bureau Veritas AIRC Pty Ltd for a brief period in 2010. Additionally, he managed a small consulting business for 20 years, providing services to companies in Western Australia. His career reflects a commitment to both education and practical application in materials science.
Achievements
Paul Huggett is certified as a Materials Professional, with specialization in project engineering, failure analysis, and corrosion. His extensive network includes contacts within the Western Australian mining and manufacturing sectors, as well as relationships with local and interstate academic institutions. This network supports his work in materials science and contributes to his role at Applus+.