Lorna Small
About Lorna Small
Lorna Small is an Associate Principal at Arup with extensive experience in safety assurance and systems engineering for major rail projects worldwide.
Professional Background
Lorna Small has had a distinguished career in consulting and engineering, currently serving as Associate Principal at Arup. Prior to this, she worked as an Independent Consultant at greydot Ltd from 1996 to 2001 and as Principal Consultant at Entec Cremer & Warner from 1990 to 1995. With extensive experience across various roles and organizations, Lorna has built a reputation for her expertise in systems engineering and safety assurance.
Education and Expertise
Lorna Small holds a PhD in Theoretical and Mathematical Physics from the University of Cambridge, which she achieved between 1980 and 1984. She also earned a Bachelor of Science in the same field from The University of Edinburgh, studying there from 1976 to 1980. Her strong academic background in theoretical and mathematical physics underpins her expertise in safety assurance and RAMS within the rail industry.
Rail Projects and Safety Strategies
Lorna Small has led the development of tunnel safety strategies for significant rail projects, including Highspeed 1, Crossrail, and the Express Rail Link in Hong Kong. These projects highlight her capability in ensuring safety and implementing rigorous safety measures. Her role has involved comprehensive oversight and strategic planning to mitigate risks in complex rail environments.
International Project Experience
Throughout her career, Lorna Small has managed projects on a global scale, contributing her expertise to initiatives in New Zealand, Singapore, Hong Kong, Malaysia, and Canada. Her international project experience reflects her adaptability and skill in working across diverse environments and teams, ensuring successful project delivery in various regions.
Systems Engineering and Safety Assurance
Specializing in safety assurance and RAMS, Lorna Small has played a pivotal role in systems engineering on light rail projects in cities such as Sydney, Canberra, Parramatta, Auckland, and Edmonton. She has spent 8 years in Australia establishing Arup's Systems Engineering capability, demonstrating her leadership in building and mentoring teams to address complex engineering challenges.