Jonathan Otter
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About
I am a highly driven charachter currently working for Aston Martin Lagonda as an Advanced Design Studio Engineer (ADSE). Previously Lead Advanced Multidisciplinary for ARRIVAL after training as an ADSE at Jaguar Land Rover (JLR).
Having a distinction in Multidisciplinary Design Innovation MSc at Northumbria University, I also run my own company, NHMD Ltd.
As a strong completer/finisher, I have a track record of managing and implementing a design-led thinking approach to the entire Product Development Life Cycles of successful projects from concept to market with a wide range of products and solutions for a number of clients in various fields, from Automotive to Military to Medical and beyond.
I acquired a range of skills both during both degrees and whilst undertaking the leadership training offered by the British Army whilst I was an undergraduate. Since then I have built upon them extensively in the professional world and my own start up business, enjoying every project, challenge and experience.
I graduated from Northumbria University with a First Class Honours degree in Product Design Engineering in the summer of 2012.
My online professional profile can be found here:
https://uk.linkedin.com/in/jonnyotter
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Education
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Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) Product Design EngineeringNorthumbria University2009 - 2012Junior Under Officer in the Northumbrian Officer Training Corps. Keen Rugby Player for the Bayonets RUFC and Gosforth RUFC. Fundraising for the BackUp trust by doing the Great North Run
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A LevelsLady Manners School2001 - 20081XV Rugby Captain, Prefect, Athletics club, A Levels, AS Levels and GCSEs
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Experience
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Advanced Design Studio EngineerAston Martin LagondaGaydon, United KingdomMay 2018 - Present (8 years 1 month)Although project specifics are confidential, the ADSE role entails using advanced computational tools to provide technical creative support working closely with designers, CAS and clay teams across the AML design advanced studios. Primarily working on the early stages of whitespace concepts including (not limited to) studies on platform feasibility, packaging layouts, aerodynamic performance, manufacturability and structural integrity.
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Founder and DirectorAug 2012 - Present (13 years 10 months)No Half Measures Design Ltd is the company behind The Breechtool™ (www.breechtool.co.uk), an innovative product that improves the day to day lives of the soldier.
During my time with the Officer Training Corps and University I designed a precision gun cleaning tool for the military. This was awarded the J C Gammon award for innovation, a national competition run by the Royal Academy of Engineering. Worldwide Patent approval is pending and I have established a company for the international sale and mass production of the product. It is being sold directly to the customer via a self designed and run eCommerce website, and currently employing one social media content manager. -
Lead Advanced MultidisciplinaryBanbury, United KingdomMar 2017 - Mar 2018 (1 year)I provide technical creative support working closely with designers, CAS and other various teams across the advanced Charge/Kinetik design studios. Drawing upon my experience as an innovation consultant, design thinker and product designer to be able effectively fease out/liaise with engineering specialists, develop and generate concepts whilst maintaining and working with the design intent.
Main software usage: Catia V6, Adobe CC (Ps, Id, Ai) -
Advanced Design Studio EngineerGaydon, United KingdomSep 2015 - Feb 2017 (1 year 5 months)Although project specifics are confidential, the ADSE role entails using advanced computational tools to provide technical creative support working closely with designers, CAS and clay teams across the Jaguar and Land Rover design advanced studios. Primarily working on the early stages of whitespace concepts including (not limited to) studies on platform feasibility, packaging layouts, aerodynamic performance, manufacturability and structural integrity.
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Multidisciplinary Innovation ResearcherNorthumbria UniversityNewcastle upon Tyne, United KingdomSep 2014 - Sep 2015 (1 year)Undertook creative research on a full time Masters program at Northumbria University studying Multidisciplinary Design Innovation MSc (MDI), and achieved a distinction.
In short this course brings students and academics together to create meaningful positive change through innovation, creativity & passion. We work in a fast-paced dynamic and creative environment where students and academics work on a range of commercial and social innovation projects with external organisations and festivals. Project briefings, insight development, ideation, concept refinement and evaluation, strategy development and communication, client pitches.
Have a look at the projects were currently working on: http://mdinnovation.blogspot.co.uk/
Please see link for more details on the course:
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Part time Sales retention advisorSkySep 2014 - Mar 2015 (6 months)Working as a part time sales retention advisor, in the award winning SKY customer service centre.
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Design EngineerFrancis Lamont Innovations LtdMay 2013 - Jul 2014 (1 year 2 months)Major involvement in a very small, highly driven team. My role meets is constantly managing:
Product Development Life Cycle (PDLC) including: Conception, DFM, 2D and 3D CAD including generating and amending Engineering drawings, Prototyping and FMEAs.
As well as NPD, Engineering, Supplier handling, Manufacturing and Production through to QC and Field Engineer of successful internationally recognised products in the medical market meeting ISO:14971
Software Skills include but not limited to:
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Design EngineerMotocomp LtdMay 2013 - Jul 2014 (1 year 2 months)Lead designer for Motocomp Ltd. The company that supplies Kawasaki Europe (a world leading motorbike manufacturer) with the design and production of their genuine accessories in the fuel tank and pannier protection sector.
My skills as Lead Design Engineer for Motocomp Ltd include but are not limited to:
Conception, Decal and pattern design, Printing/plotting using Mimaki hardware, CAD, Prototyping, Supplier and Shipping handling, Production, and Constant Quality Checking, assessment and reporting.
Software Skills include but not limited to: Coreldraw, Photoshop, Illustrator, Rasterlink, Finecut Pro and Solidworks. -
PartnerLitton LogsJan 2002 - May 2013 (11 years 4 months)Now solely a partner in the company (since 2003).
Production Manager from 2003 - 2012. Highly experienced with every process throughout Litton Logs including; customer interaction, website designing (www.littonlogs.co.uk), and introducing measures to increase production by 33% in 2010 through designing and fabricating plant machinery. I also run all advertising campaigns, online presence and introduced an ordering planner and customer database to increase efficiency in customer management and accounting. -
Junior Under OfficerNUOTC British ArmySep 2009 - Aug 2012 (2 years 11 months)Developing leadership skills that can be applied in any environment by being involved in, military exercises as section and platoon commander, passing P Company and the Cambrian Patrol, Ski Touring proficiency course and being promoted to Junior Under Officer. I believe this highlights an ability to work with anyone, my leadership and my drive to succeed.
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Product Design EngineeringNorthumbria UniversitySep 2009 - Jul 2012 (2 years 10 months)I have graduated from Northumbria University with a 1st in Product Design Technology B.Sc (hons) degree. Product Design Technology has taught me skills that can be used in any line of work, from CAD using Solidworks, to Illustrator and Photoshop. All my projects have been taken from inception to a successful working solution through extensive research, concepts, embodiment, engineering, mechanics, CAD, and marketing. I have already implemented the skills learnt to design and develop products for companies such as, Pegaz-Moto, Litton Logs and Cracking Solutions Ltd. I am suitable for varied positions due to the experience gained through my degree and previous jobs in business management, research, development and fabrication.
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In-house Product designer and research developerPegaz-MotoJul 2011 - Sep 2011 (2 months)In-house Product designer and research developer as a placement in which I designed and developed custom in-ear head phones for motor bikers, a belly pan for the Suzuki V-strom and managed foreign suppliers and manufacturers for development of these two projects. I was also involved with the business side of Pegaz-Moto, learning a lot about starting and running a successful business in a non EU country.
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Apprentice Site Foreman for Guy HarrisVariousJan 2009 - Aug 2011 (2 years 7 months)Site foreman's number two, using skills learnt from Cross Smithfield Ltd and working with the same team redeveloping eight 1940's flats; learning all skills on site when redeveloping a disused 1930's cutlery warehouse into seven office/workshop units. This job gave me experience in: plumbing, wiring, carpentry, welding, masonry and management of older workers than me.
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Graphic Designer & Public RelationsCracking Solutions Ltd, Sheffield.Apr 2010 - May 2010 (1 month)Designing logos, presentations, and Public Relations for Cracking Solutions Ltd’s new product, the Laminar flow - a windscreen adjuster for motorbikes
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Site workerCross Smithfield Ltd, SheffieldAug 2009 - Sep 2009 (1 month)Apprentice Site Foreman, learning all skills on site when redeveloping a disused 1930’s cutlery warehouse into seven office/workshop units. This job gave me experience in: plumbing, wiring, carpentry, welding, masonry and management of older workers than me.
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Sales AssistantHein Gericke Deutschland GmbHAug 2008 - May 2009 (9 months)Sales assistant for Europe's number one motorbike clothing and equipment store for eight months. Working here gave me great insight into the mechanics and design of equipment, allowing me to design products for Pegaz-Moto and Cracking Solutions. The job also Included money handling and very long hours due to lack of staff.
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Awards
Design
• 3rd in the National Royal Academy of Engineering J C Gammon Award, Achieving best route to market and most impressive pitch.
• Winner of the Semi-Final of the Royal Academy of Engineering Innovation hothouse
• 1st Class Honors Degree in Product Design Engineering 2012
• Bronze Product Design award for the iCart project at Northumbria University 2011
Leadership &team work
• Captain of the 1st XV rugby teams at Lady Manners School, Derbyshire County and Chesterfield R.U.F.C
• British Army Military Leadership Development Program level 1, 2 and 3: Leadership qualifications recognised by Sandhurst, and rank of JUO (Junior Under Officer)
• Cambrian Patrol team Radio Operator for the Northumbrian OTC, the most challenging patrolling competition in the British Army. I was personally awarded an ‘Excellent’ in the communications category for the team.
• Parachute Regiment selection (P Company) passed: the toughest selection open to non- special forces in the British Army. This highlights my commitment and ability to achieve set goals.
• Ski Proficiency, Ski Touring Proficiency, and Mountain Leader Training Qualifications
Other
- Siemens NX training (2017)
- Fully qualified RFU Level 2 Coach, Rugby ready & Scrum Factory coaching courses (2016)
- First Aid Level 2 completion (2016)
- JLR Graduate programme (2015)
- Catia V5 & V6, Siemens Teamcenter and VisMockup Training (2015 - 2016)
- Morrisons/Bupa Great North Run for the BackUp Trust with 10kg (raising £400 for the charity - in both 2012 & 2015)
- Player/Coach/Vice Captain of the NUOTC Bayonets R.U.F.C (2009-2012)
- Glasgow 10k with 10kg backpack for the Achilles heel trust (2011)
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Elsewhere on the Web
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On Coroflot@jonnyotter, member since 2010
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