Paul Fitzsimmons
About Paul Fitzsimmons
Paul Fitzsimmons is an Engineering Manager with over 10 years of engineering experience, including 7 years in management. He has worked at various organizations, including General Atomics and AWE, and holds a Master's degree in Enterprise in Advanced Machining Technology.
Work at General Atomics
Paul Fitzsimmons has been employed at General Atomics since 2016, currently holding the position of Engineering Manager. In this role, he serves as the primary contact with customer program managers and contract representatives. His previous positions at General Atomics include Engineering Team Lead, which he held from 2012 to 2015, and a brief tenure as a Mechanical Engineer in 2011. His responsibilities involve acting as a technical translator between physics and the shop floor, facilitating communication and understanding across teams.
Education and Expertise
Paul Fitzsimmons studied at the University of Manchester Institute of Science and Technology (U.M.I.S.T.), where he earned a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, focusing on Design, Materials, and Manufacture from 2003 to 2006. He furthered his education at The University of Manchester, obtaining a Master's degree in Enterprise in Advanced Machining Technology from 2006 to 2007. He holds a Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification, reflecting his expertise in process improvement and operational efficiency.
Background
Paul Fitzsimmons began his engineering career in 2005 at Air Tool Services (Preston) as part of the Shell Technology Enterprise Project (STEP). He worked at AWE as a Manufacturing Engineer from 2008 to 2011 and returned to AWE as a Mechanical Engineer for five months in 2011. His experience also includes a role as a Mechanical Engineer at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory from 2009 to 2010. Over the years, he has accumulated over 10 years of engineering experience, including 7 years in management and 2 years in program management.
Professional Experience
Throughout his career, Paul Fitzsimmons has held various engineering and management positions. He worked at INSTRUMENT DESIGN TECHNOLOGY LIMITED in Engineering and Business Development from 2006 to 2007. His roles have involved significant responsibilities, including leading engineering teams and managing projects. His diverse experience across different organizations has equipped him with a comprehensive understanding of engineering practices and project management.