Allison Blundon
About Allison Blundon
Allison Blundon is a Patent Examiner at the Federal Government of Canada, where she has worked since 2017. She holds a Master's degree in Human Reliability Analysis and has a background in engineering and regulatory compliance.
Work at Federal Government of Canada
Allison Blundon has served as a Patent Examiner at the Federal Government of Canada since 2017. In this role, she engages in correspondence with Patent Agents to provide feedback and approval on patent applications. Her responsibilities include managing production and performance to ensure that monthly departmental goals are met. Blundon utilizes her background in regulatory work and design review to effectively assess patent applications.
Education and Expertise
Allison Blundon holds a Master's degree in Human Reliability Analysis in Offshore Safety Emergencies from Memorial University of Newfoundland, which she completed from 2015 to 2019. She also earned a Bachelor of Engineering in Mechanical Engineering from the same institution, studying from 2001 to 2007. Her educational background equips her with the knowledge necessary for her roles in engineering and regulatory compliance.
Background in Engineering
Prior to her current position, Allison Blundon gained extensive experience in engineering roles. She worked as a Verification Engineer at DNV from 2007 to 2010, followed by a position as a Project Engineer at Wood Group PSN from 2011 to 2013. She then served as a Regulatory Compliance Engineer at Arup from 2013 to 2016. These roles contributed to her expertise in regulatory compliance and engineering design.
Volunteering and Community Engagement
Allison Blundon actively seeks volunteering opportunities to promote Women in Science and Engineering, as well as STEAM activities for children. Her involvement in these initiatives reflects her commitment to encouraging the next generation of professionals in scientific and engineering fields.