Barrie Daniel
About Barrie Daniel
Barrie Daniel is a Mechanical Engineer at Arup with experience in mechanical engineering and rope access roles in the oil and gas industry, as well as a background in academia.
Current Role at Arup
Barrie Daniel is currently a Mechanical Engineer at Arup, a position he has held since 2014. He contributes to various engineering projects, focusing on mechanical system design and implementation. Since 2016, Barrie has been an integral part of the Building Performance team, where he focuses on improving energy efficiency and workplace productivity in existing buildings. His role includes client-side monitoring for LEED commissioning authority and commissioning validation roles, encompassing commissionability reviews and system witnessing.
Previous Experience in Academia
In 2014, Barrie Daniel worked as a Mechanical Engineering Lecturer at the University of the Highlands and Islands. During his five-month tenure, he imparted practical and theoretical knowledge to engineering students, helping to shape future professionals in the field of mechanical engineering.
Experience in the Oil and Gas Industry
From 2007 to 2010, Barrie Daniel worked in various onshore and offshore roles in mechanical engineering and rope access within the oil and gas industry. His involvement in these roles provided him with hands-on experience in high-pressure environments, contributing to his broad expertise in mechanical systems and engineering standards relevant to the oil and gas sector.
Educational Background
Barrie Daniel earned a Master of Engineering (MEng) in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Strathclyde. He pursued this degree from 2008 to 2013, equipping himself with a solid foundation in mechanical engineering principles and practices. This formal education laid the groundwork for his subsequent professional achievements.
Expertise in BMS and Commissioning Engineering
Through his work with the Building Performance team at Arup, Barrie Daniel has gained specialized expertise in Building Management Systems (BMS) and commissioning engineering. His responsibilities extend to commissioning validation roles and client-side monitoring for LEED commissioning authority, including commissionability reviews and system witnessing. This expertise enables him to optimize building performance effectively, ensuring energy efficiency and enhanced workplace productivity.