Tyler Wayman
Electrical Engineer | Control Panel Builder | Electrical Controls & R&D
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About
Hands-on Electrical Engineer with 6+ years of industrial electrical and mechanical engineering experience, with a strong focus on control-panel construction, wiring, testing, fault finding and research & development. Experienced in building and testing electrical panels for autoclaves and composite ovens, working with single- and three-phase AC systems and DC systems, and developing practical control solutions. Strong understanding of technical drawings, electrical testing, relays, motor control, inverters, soft starters, RS485/Modbus communications and pneumatic systems.
Comfortable taking projects from assembly and wiring through to testing, fault diagnosis and improvement.
Experience
Electrical Engineer / Head of Research & Development at Rodwell Engineering (2019-01 – Present)
- Build, wire and test complex electrical control panels for industrial autoclaves and composite ovens.
- Carry out electrical fault finding, diagnosis, testing and quality checks on machinery and control systems.
- Review electrical drawings and wiring information and apply practical improvements during panel and machine build.
- Lead and contribute to research and development of bespoke control systems for autoclaves and composite ovens.
- Worked on the TS26 touchscreen control system, completing the electrical and mechanical assembly and contributing to the control-system code.
- Build and wire single-phase and three-phase autoclaves and composite ovens, including systems incorporating monitored HEPA controls for Category 3 and 4 laboratory waste applications.
- Develop practical panel-building solutions, including cable management, cable identification and accessible testing points.
- Carry out electrical and mechanical maintenance on machinery and within the factory.
- Perform functional testing, calibration and pressure testing of autoclaves and composite ovens.
- Work with AC and DC systems and industrial components including relays, inverters and soft starters.
- Work with RS485 and Modbus communications and have practical exposure to PLC/control-system interfaces.
- Carry out pneumatic pipework and maintenance alongside electrical work.
- Complete PCB assembly and soldering, including replacement of faulty electronic components.
- Use welding equipment including MIG, TIG and stick welding where required.
Produce Stock Worker at Sainsbury's (2016-01 – 2018-12)
- Stock control, inventory checks and working to time-sensitive targets.
- Supported other departments during busy periods and maintained a high standard of organisation.
Work Experience at Fortress Aluminium (2017-12 – 2017-12)
40 hours of engineering/manufacturing work experience involving drilling, fixing, cutting and fitting components.
Education
Level 3 Apprenticeship in Mechatronics in Mechatronics – PROCAT / Prospects Engineering College, Basildon
Level 2 Advanced Manufacturing Engineering in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering – PROCAT / Prospects Engineering College, Basildon
Level 3 General Extended Diploma in General Engineering – PROCAT / Prospects Engineering College, Basildon
Level 3 Advanced Manufacturing Engineering in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering – PROCAT / Prospects Engineering College, Basildon
Level 3 NVQ Mechatronics in Mechatronics – PROCAT / Prospects Engineering College, Basildon
Level 3 Engineering in Engineering – PROCAT / Prospects Engineering College
Level 2 Extended Diploma in Engineering in Engineering – Seevic College, Benfleet
