Gavin Russell
About Gavin Russell
Gavin Russell is a Design Engineer with a background in Aeronautical Engineering and Advanced Mechanical Engineering. He currently works at Belcan, where he specializes in providing engineering support to marine engineering clients and is involved in equipment redesign.
Work at Belcan
Gavin Russell currently serves as a Design Engineer at Belcan, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he is part of the outfit design teams, focusing on redesigning equipment to meet customer requirements. His responsibilities include providing engineering and technical support specifically to marine engineering clients. Prior to his current role, he worked as a Graduate Engineer at Belcan from 2021 to 2023 and as an Engineering Contractor from 2020 to 2021, gaining valuable experience in various engineering capacities.
Education and Expertise
Gavin Russell holds a Master of Science in Advanced Mechanical Engineering with Aeronautics from the University of Strathclyde, where he graduated with a Distinction in 2020. His studies focused on Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) analysis, thermodynamics, propulsion systems, and aerodynamics. He also earned a Bachelor of Engineering in Aeronautical Engineering from the University of Glasgow, completing his degree in 2019. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his work in design engineering.
Background
Before pursuing a career in engineering, Gavin Russell worked as a Bartender at Belhaven Brewery from 2016 to 2020 in East Kilbride, Scotland. This experience contributed to his interpersonal skills and understanding of customer service. His transition into engineering began with his studies in aeronautical engineering, which led him to various roles within Belcan, where he has developed a focus on production planning and electrical systems design.
Achievements
Gavin Russell achieved a Master of Science degree in Advanced Mechanical Engineering with Aeronautics from the University of Strathclyde, graduating with Distinction. His academic achievements reflect his commitment to excellence in the field of engineering. Additionally, his progression from Bartender to Design Engineer at Belcan demonstrates his ability to adapt and grow within the engineering sector.