Rory Mcgrath
About Rory Mcgrath
Rory McGrath is the Manufacturing Engineering Manager for Cylindrical Cells at Northvolt, where he has worked since 2022. He has extensive experience in process management, technology transfer, and programming, along with a strong educational background in engineering.
Work at Northvolt
Currently, Rory Mcgrath serves as the Manufacturing Engineering Manager for Cylindrical Cells at Northvolt, a position he has held since 2022. He has previously worked at Northvolt as a Senior Manufacturing Engineer for four months in 2021. His role involves overseeing engineering processes and ensuring efficient manufacturing practices. Mcgrath's contributions focus on technology transfer and new product introduction, enhancing the company's capabilities in battery production.
Education and Expertise
Rory Mcgrath holds a Bachelor of Engineering in Mechatronics, Robotics, and Automation Engineering from IT Blanchardstown, which he completed between 2009 and 2011. He also earned a Bachelor of Engineering in Electrical and Electronics Engineering from the Institute of Technology, Sligo, from 2018 to 2020. Additionally, he obtained a Higher Diploma in Electronics and Information Technology from Griffith College Dublin, studying from 1998 to 2000. Mcgrath has furthered his education with a Higher Certificate in Project Management from Lynda, completed in 2018.
Technical Skills and Specializations
Rory Mcgrath possesses a diverse skill set in programming languages, including JavaScript, C++, C, and Python. He is experienced in using LabView for process management and monitoring. His technical expertise extends to utilizing neural networks in engineering projects and applying LEAN principles in manufacturing processes. Mcgrath specializes in fault analysis within electronics and electrical systems, and he has a strong background in control systems and automation mathematics.
Previous Work Experience
Before joining Northvolt, Rory Mcgrath worked at Intel Corporation as a Maintenance Technician from 1997 to 2004, gaining seven years of experience in the tech industry. He also had a brief tenure at Creative Labs in 1996, where he worked in Factory Operations for two months. His varied work experience has provided him with a solid foundation in manufacturing and engineering practices.