James Heath
About James Heath
James Heath is a Mechanical Design Engineer at Ree Technology, specializing in hardware design and installation. He has a diverse background in mechanical engineering, having worked in various roles across multiple countries and educational institutions.
Current Role at Ree Technology
James Heath serves as a Mechanical Design Engineer at Ree Technology. His responsibilities include designing, manufacturing, procuring, and installing hardware. He joined Ree Technology to gain international and diversified experience in the mobility technology sector. In addition to his engineering duties, he engages in minor project management roles, contributing to the overall efficiency and effectiveness of projects within the organization.
Previous Experience at Vay
James Heath has a significant history with Vay, where he worked in various capacities. He initially joined as an Intern Mechanical Design Engineer for six months in 2019, followed by a role as a Junior Mechanical Design Engineer from 2020 to 2021 for one year. Since 2021, he has held the position of Mechanical Design Engineer, accumulating three years of experience in Berlin, Germany. His tenure at Vay has provided him with a solid foundation in mechanical design within the automotive industry.
Education and Qualifications
James Heath holds multiple degrees in engineering. He achieved a Bachelor of Applied Science (B.A.Sc.) in Mechanical Engineering and German Studies from The University of Western Australia from 2013 to 2016. He furthered his education with a Master of Engineering (MEng) in Mechanical Engineering with Business at the University of Melbourne from 2017 to 2019. Additionally, he obtained a Master of Engineering (MEng) in Mechanical Engineering from McGill University in 2018. He also holds a Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.) in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Ottawa, completed in 2018.
Involvement in Motorsports
James Heath worked as a Mechanical Design Engineer for MUR Motorsports, the University of Melbourne Formula SAE Team, in 2019 for seven months. This role allowed him to apply his engineering skills in a competitive motorsport environment, contributing to the design and development of high-performance vehicles.
Additional Experience and Interests
Before his engineering roles, James Heath worked as a Cadet at Multiplex from 2017 to 2018. He also volunteered as a Surf Lifesaver at North Cottesloe Surf Life Saving Club for five years, from 2013 to 2018. In his spare time, he plays rugby and enjoys improving his French and German language skills.