Simon Lockyer Bratton
About Simon Lockyer Bratton
Simon Lockyer Bratton is a Managing Engineer in Materials Engineering at Exponent, with a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from The Johns Hopkins University. He has extensive experience in failure analysis and risk assessments, contributing to product reliability in consumer electronics.
Work at Exponent
Simon Lockyer Bratton serves as the Managing Engineer in Materials Engineering at Exponent, a role he has held since 2020. His responsibilities include overseeing projects related to materials engineering and contributing to the firm's expertise in failure analysis. Prior to his current position, he worked as a Senior Engineer in Materials Engineering from 2018 to 2020 and as an Associate in the same field from 2016 to 2018. His work at Exponent focuses on improving product reliability for consumer electronics manufacturers through detailed analysis and corrective actions.
Education and Expertise
Simon Lockyer Bratton obtained his Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Mechanical Engineering from The Johns Hopkins University, where he studied from 2012 to 2016. He also earned a Master of Science in Engineering (M.S.E.) from the same institution in 2012. His foundational education includes a Bachelor of Science in Engineering (B.S.E.) from Northern Arizona University, completed in 2011. His academic background supports his extensive experience in root cause analysis and risk assessments, particularly in the context of consumer electronics.
Background
Before joining Exponent, Simon Lockyer Bratton was involved in research at Johns Hopkins University from 2011 to 2016, where he contributed to various engineering projects. His early career included internships at Honeywell Aerospace and Southwest Windpower, where he gained practical experience in tool design and production engineering. He also worked as an Undergraduate Research Assistant at Northern Arizona University from 2009 to 2011, further enhancing his research skills and engineering knowledge.
Achievements
Throughout his career, Simon Lockyer Bratton has made significant contributions to the field of materials engineering, particularly in enhancing product quality and reliability. His work has involved conducting detailed failure analyses and implementing corrective actions that benefit consumer electronics manufacturers. His expertise in risk assessments has been instrumental in improving product reliability, showcasing his commitment to advancing engineering practices.