Justas R.
Lead Design Engineer
Experience
Jan 2019 - Dec 2023
5 yearsAmsterdam, Netherlands
Lead Design Engineer
CytoCypher
- Brought microscope manufacturing in-house, securing full ownership of product IP and reducing costs by 40% while enabling quicker design changes for quality improvements and manufacturing optimization
- Established a global supplier chain, eliminating single points of failure and creating a multi-supplier network, reducing component costs by over 50% and enabling faster production and prototyping turnaround
- Implemented and administered a PDM system, creating structured workflows and improving design accessibility and collaboration across teams
- Created comprehensive documentation for all processes, including design guidelines and SOPs for assembly, transitioning critical knowledge from individual expertise to standardized procedures
- Developed and implemented a robust feedback loop between design and production teams, significantly reducing design errors and increasing first-time-right production rates by 30%
- Introduced advanced testing protocols and validation methods, integrating real-time data collection and analysis, which reduced product failures during field testing by 80%
Jan 2018 - Present
7 years 10 monthsAmsterdam, Netherlands
Software Developer
Personal Projects
- Engineered software solutions leveraging Python, combining data pipelines, microservices, and automation frameworks
- Employed ETL processes, robust API integrations, and machine learning models to deliver scalable, high-performance applications
- Enhanced project efficiency and maintainability through Docker and integrated testing environments
Jan 2016 - Dec 2019
4 yearsMadrid, Spain
Lead Development Engineer
Knorr-Bremse
- Developed and standardized new design guidelines for sheet metal structures, drastically improving design consistency across four design teams in Spain, USA, China, and Australia
- Collaborated with suppliers to develop cost-effective, weld-free designs, resulting in a 15% reduction in production costs and improved structural integrity
- Detected and deployed weight-saving measures in HVAC structures, reducing unit weight by 10% and meeting stringent client requirements
- Trained engineering teams across multiple global locations in best practices for design and process improvement, fostering knowledge sharing and standardization
- Rescued a €70 million project by redesigning a structure that had repeatedly failed shock and vibration tests, eliminating a €3 million overweight penalty and ensuring successful results
Jan 2012 - Dec 2016
5 yearsHinckley, United Kingdom
Senior Design Engineer
Triumph Motorcycles
- Spearheaded the design of the swingarm, fuel system, mudguards, and foot controls, ensuring seamless integration into the overall chassis design
- Developed a simplified and lighter fuel system design, leading to a 25% reduction in manufacturing costs and securing a patent that generated further tax breaks for the company
- Applied finite element analysis to identify and mitigate peak stress points, reducing overall part weight by over 20% without compromising durability, safety, or performance
- Collaborated with the assembly team to identify potential design flaws, resulting in faster prototype iterations and a smoother transition to mass production
- Implemented geometric dimensioning and tolerancing to optimize fit and clearances, ensuring higher precision in component assembly and reducing error rates during production
Summary
Lead Design Engineer with over a decade of experience in Mechanical Engineering and Product Development, now pivoting towards Software Development. Experienced in taking complex projects end-to-end, engaging high-level stakeholders, and navigating corporate structures to drive impactful results. Hands-on experience building Microservices, Machine Learning models, and Data-Driven automation, driven by a commitment to problem-solving and innovation.
Languages
English
NativeLithuanian
NativeSpanish
AdvancedEducation
Oct 2009 - Jun 2012
University of Sheffield
BEng · Mechanical Engineering · Sheffield, United Kingdom
Certifications & licenses
IBM Data Engineering
Coursera
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