David Wilkie
About David Wilkie
David Wilkie is a Senior Research Analyst at Gallagher Re in London, specializing in the reliability of infrastructure with a focus on offshore wind turbines.
Current Role at Gallagher Re
David Wilkie is currently working at Gallagher Re as a Senior Research Analyst. Based in London, England, United Kingdom, he focuses on developing new techniques to enhance the understanding of the reliability of infrastructure. His work is crucial for advancing research and providing valuable insights within the industry.
Previous Experience at Gallagher Re
Before his current role, David Wilkie worked as a Wind Research Analyst at Gallagher Re for a period of 4 months in 2021 to 2022. During this time, he concentrated on wind infrastructure and its reliability, underlining his specialized focus in this niche area.
Professional Experience at Willis Towers Watson
In 2021, David Wilkie held the position of Wind Research Analyst at Willis Towers Watson for 5 months, based in London. His responsibilities included analyzing the reliability of wind infrastructures, which added to his robust expertise in the field of structural integrity and renewable energy.
Academic and Research Roles at UCL
David Wilkie was employed at UCL in various research capacities. He worked as a Research Fellow from 2019 to 2021, and prior to that, he was a PhD Researcher from 2015 to 2019. His research was focused on the reliability engineering of offshore wind turbines, contributing significantly to the field. These positions allowed him to develop and refine new techniques in infrastructure reliability.
Early Career at Wood and Education Background
Wilkie's early career included a role as a Graduate Structural Integrity Engineer at Wood, where he worked from 2013 to 2015 in Aberdeen, United Kingdom. He holds a Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Strathclyde, where he studied from 2008 to 2013. Later, he completed a PhD focusing on the reliability engineering of offshore wind turbines, further solidifying his expertise in this area.