David Yates
About David Yates
David Yates is an Ingeniero De Incendios at Arup with extensive experience in fire engineering across multiple countries.
Title and Current Position
David Yates holds the title of Ingeniero de Incendios. He is currently employed at Arup as a fire engineer in Edinburgh, United Kingdom, bringing extensive experience in fire engineering to his role since 2020.
Previous Experience at GHD
David Yates worked at GHD as a Fire Engineer for one year from 2018 to 2019. During his tenure in Auckland, New Zealand, he applied his expertise to various fire engineering projects, ensuring safety and compliance with local standards.
Experience at Exova Group plc
David Yates served as a Fire Engineer at Exova Group plc for 11 months from 2016 to 2017. While based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, he engaged in fire safety evaluations and provided expert advice on compliance with regional fire safety regulations.
Academic Background in Fire Protection
David Yates has a robust academic background in fire protection. He earned a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Hydrogen Safety Engineering from Ulster University, completing his studies from 2012 to 2016. Prior to this, he obtained a Master of Science (MS) in Fire Protection from the University of Maryland in 2012, and a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Fire Protection Engineering from the same university, where he also completed a Master's degree in Ingeniería by 2012.
Specialized Skills and Expertise
David Yates specializes in computational fluid dynamics, providing detailed analyses of complex fire engineering problems. He offers in-house training on computational fluid dynamics and performance-based design to his colleagues at Arup, ensuring the team stays updated with the latest methodologies and practices in the field.
International Conference Presentations
David Yates has presented his work at esteemed international conferences, including the International Association for Fire Safety Science (IAFSS), the International Conference on Hydrogen Safety (ICHS), and the Hydrogen and Fuel Cells conference in Birmingham. These presentations highlight his contributions and thought leadership in fire engineering.
Global Experience and Expertise
With professional experience in five different countries, David Yates has adeptly adapted to diverse local standards and practices in fire engineering. His international work includes serving as an expert witness in fire engineering cases in the UK, Australia, and New Zealand.