Simon Makeham
About Simon Makeham
Simon Makeham is an Associate (Electrical) in Rail Systems at Arup, leading the Sydney Infrastructure Electrical team and involved in several Metro projects across Australia.
Current Title and Role
Simon Makeham is presently an Associate (Electrical) specializing in Rail Systems at Arup. In his role, he leads the Arup Sydney Infrastructure Electrical team and is involved in numerous Metro projects across Australia. His responsibilities include overseeing electrical design and ensuring the smooth integration of electrical systems in rail infrastructure.
Previous Positions at Arup
Simon Makeham has had a longstanding career at Arup, having worked in various capacities. He served as a Design Manager from 2013 to 2015 in Sydney, Australia. Prior to this, he held the position of Senior Electrical Engineer - Rail Systems from 2009 to 2012, also in Sydney. His work at Arup has involved significant contributions to both the buildings group and the infrastructure group, where he transitioned to focus on rail and transportation projects.
Educational Background
Simon Makeham obtained his Bachelor of Engineering in Electrical Engineering from the University of Sydney. He specialized in Power Systems and completed his degree program from 1991 to 1994. His academic background laid the foundation for his extensive career in electrical engineering within various sectors.
Early Career
Simon Makeham began his engineering career with Kinhill Engineers where he worked on process plants within the water and manufacturing sectors. This early experience provided him with a strong foundation in practical engineering applications, enabling him to later excel in more complex projects within the infrastructure and transportation sectors.