Will Higham
About Will Higham
Will Higham is a Data Scientist currently working at ONYX InSight in Nottingham, England. He has a background in aerospace engineering with extensive experience at Rolls-Royce, where he held various roles from project management to team leadership.
Work at ONYX Insight
Will Higham has been employed as a Data Scientist at ONYX InSight since 2021. His role involves applying data science techniques to enhance operational efficiency and performance in the renewables sector. This transition from the aerospace industry to renewables reflects a growing trend towards data-driven solutions in energy management and sustainability.
Previous Experience at Rolls-Royce
Higham held various positions at Rolls-Royce from 2012 to 2021. He began as a Project Management professional, then served as an In-Service Performance Engineer, and later as Team Lead for In-Service Performance. His responsibilities included working on Future Programmes and Civil Technology Programmes, focusing on Turbines Sub-System design. He also worked as a Turbines Sub-System Integrator, contributing to the integration of turbine systems.
Education and Expertise
Higham studied Mathematics at Oxford University, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree from 2009 to 2012. Prior to that, he attended Birkdale School in Sheffield from 1998 to 2009. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his analytical and problem-solving skills in data science and engineering.
Background in Instruction
Before his career in engineering, Higham worked as a Dinghy Instructor at Derwent Water Marina from 2008 to 2011. This role involved teaching sailing skills and safety practices, contributing to his leadership and instructional abilities.