Ciaran Mc Nicholl
About Ciaran Mc Nicholl
Ciaran Mc Nicholl is a Manufacturing Improvement Associate with a background in mechanical engineering and extensive experience in the automotive and pharmaceutical industries. He has held various roles, including Team Lead and Electric Powertrain Engineer at Queen's Formula Racing, where he contributed to the development of electric vehicle technology.
Current Role at MeiraGTx
Ciaran Mc Nicholl has been serving as a Manufacturing Improvement Associate at MeiraGTx since 2021. In this role, he focuses on enhancing manufacturing processes and improving operational efficiency. His experience in engineering and manufacturing contributes to the company's commitment to advancing gene therapies.
Previous Experience at Queen's Formula Racing
Ciaran Mc Nicholl worked at Queen's Formula Racing in various capacities. He served as Team Lead for 10 months in 2020, overseeing team operations. Prior to that, he was an Electric Powertrain Engineer from 2019 to 2020, where he pioneered the development of the first-ever electric powertrain for the team. He also developed a high-performance electric vehicle model using MATLAB Simulink during his tenure.
Engineering Experience in the Pharmaceutical Industry
Ciaran gained significant engineering experience in the pharmaceutical sector. He worked for 15 months at GlaxoSmithKline in London, where he contributed to various engineering projects. Additionally, he accumulated 7 months of experience at Randox Laboratories as a Temporary Engineering Operative, further enhancing his skills in a regulated environment.
Education and Qualifications
Ciaran Mc Nicholl studied Mechanical Engineering at Queen's University Belfast, achieving a Master of Engineering (MEng) from 2016 to 2021. His educational background also includes A-Levels in Mathematics, Physics, and Technology & Design from Loreto College, Coleraine, completed from 2014 to 2016.
Early Career and Skills Development
Before advancing in engineering roles, Ciaran worked in various part-time positions that helped him develop essential skills. He was a Sales Assistant at Causeway Coal Company Ltd for five years and served as an Events Technician at Coca-Cola HBC for four years. These roles enhanced his teamwork, communication, and decision-making abilities.