Andrew Williams
About Andrew Williams
Andrew Williams serves as the Industrial Measurements Sales Manager for Vaisala in the UK North region. He has extensive experience in engineering and sales, with a career spanning several roles in various companies, primarily in Huddersfield, England.
Current Role at Vaisala
Andrew Williams serves as the Industrial Measurements Sales Manager for the UK North region at Vaisala. He has held this position since 2021, contributing to the company's efforts in providing high-quality industrial measurement solutions. His role involves managing sales strategies and client relationships, ensuring that Vaisala meets the needs of its customers in the industrial sector.
Previous Experience at Vaisala
Before his current role, Andrew worked at Vaisala as a Sales Engineer from 2001 to 2006. During this five-year tenure, he developed expertise in sales processes and customer engagement within the industrial measurement field. His experience at Vaisala laid the foundation for his current managerial position.
Professional Background
Andrew has a diverse professional background in engineering and sales. He began his career as a Mechanical Fitter at Weir Engineering Services from 1996 to 1998. He later transitioned to roles such as Internal Sales Engineer at Severn Unival Ltd and Weir Flow Control, and as an Electrician at various companies, including Lightning Electrical Huddersfield. His varied experiences have equipped him with a broad skill set in both technical and sales domains.
Education and Certifications
Andrew holds a BTEC NVQ Level 3 in Engineering Manufacture, focusing on Craft Competences, Electrical and Electronic Maintenance. He has earned several certifications, including a City & Guilds BS7671: 2018 certification for Electrical Installations and an EAL Level 3 Diploma in Inspecting & Testing Electrotechnical Systems & Equipment. Additionally, he possesses a UKAS accreditation with NAPIT for Electrical Installation and Testing, and holds an ECS Gold Card as an Approved and Registered Electrician.
Early Career and Training
Andrew's early career included various technical roles, starting as a CNC Setter Programmer Operator at David Brown Santasalo in 1994. He also worked as an Engineers Assistant at RoS International Ltd and gained experience as an Electrician at Phosters FM Ltd and Siemens. His foundational training began at Shelley High School, where he achieved his GCSEs from 1985 to 1988, setting the stage for his future in engineering.