Lewis Shutler
About Lewis Shutler
Lewis Shutler is an Aerothermal Performance Engineer at QuEST Global in Derby, United Kingdom, specializing in gas turbine engine performance within the Rolls-Royce Civil Large Engine Programme.
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Lewis Shutler is currently an Aerothermal Performance Engineer, focusing on the performance and efficiency of gas turbine engines within the Rolls-Royce Civil Large Engine Programme.
Company
Lewis Shutler is employed by QuEST Global, a prominent engineering and lifecycle services company. He operates out of Derby, United Kingdom, contributing to the Rolls-Royce Civil Large Engine Programme.
Education and Expertise
Lewis Shutler studied at the University of Southampton, where he earned a Master of Engineering (MEng) in Aeronautics and Astronautics with a focus in the Aerodynamics Theme. His academic training equipped him with specialized knowledge crucial for his role as an Aerothermal Performance Engineer.
Professional Background
In addition to his current role at QuEST Global, Lewis Shutler previously worked at Tesco as a Sales Assistant from 2017 to 2018. His career transition from retail to engineering highlights a versatile professional journey culminating in his expertise in gas turbine performance.
Key Responsibilities in Aerothermal Performance Engineering
Lewis Shutler's role involves various critical tasks: He devises and implements systems to monitor and predict the operational efficiency of gas turbine engines. He utilizes bespoke engine models to assess design changes and off-design operations impacts on the engine system. His work includes analyzing data from development engine tests, flight tests, and in-service monitoring for model validation. He verifies engine behavior in steady state and transient modes and performs root cause analysis of in-service or test problems. Additionally, he supports non-performance business functions to resolve design problems and meet specifications.