John Feay

Accomplished Production Manager and Design Engineer with expertise in composite manufacturing and 15+ years at Atlas Carbon Products. Excel in product innovation and client collaboration, utilizing SolidWorks for high-end marine and motorsports projects. Successfully led prototype development, enhancing product performance and aesthetics. Adept in project management, consistently delivering exceptional results through analytical thinking and technical proficiency.

Production Manager/ Design Engineer - Atlas Carbon Products - Lymington

(2009-01)

• Conceptual design of new additions and oversee production of lightweight carbon fibre davits for the super yacht industry and military.
• Use SolidWorks and Inventor to produce 3D models, technical drawings, and manufacturing documentation.
• Design and build of a carbon fibre jet ski from initial concept through prototyping and testing.
• A high-end bike travel case, balancing strength, weight, and usability.
• Custom motorsport components, tailored to performance specifications.
• Drive product innovation through continuous research, testing, and iteration.
• Liaise directly with clients and suppliers to meet technical and aesthetic requirements.

Composite Technician / Marine Development - Independent Projects

(1998-01 - 2009-01)

• Built racing boats using carbon and glass fibre composites for custom performance applications.
• Contributed to wind turbine prototype development, including material selection and fabrication techniques.
• Designed and fabricated one-off tools and moulds for specialised marine structures.
• Worked from sketches and concepts to build functional, high-performance products.

Completed coursework towards HNC - Mechanical Engineering - unicourse.org

Completed coursework towards GCSEs - Math’s, Sciences, English, Graphics - Hardley Secondary School (1998)