1991 - present: Chief Executive,
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An independent provider of a wide range of services. Based on the skills and experiences of the two partners. 

1986 - 1991: Technical Director, Ricardo Consulting Engineers
Responsible for the technical and commercial operation of three departments: Refinement; Instrumentation and Control and Large Engines: technical leadership and management together with marketing and business development. Additional responsibility 1989-91 for the creation and development of Ricardo North America as a new, independent unit.
Based on a technical appreciation of the needs of more than 100 international clients, a range of services was developed. This provided both technically and commercially attractive services in the specific technical areas.

1970 - 1986: Ricardo engineering experience
Created and managed a new Noise Department, developing experience around the world working with clients to analyse and reduce vehicle and engine noise. Developed various new techniques and integrated methods using design analysis and experimental development. Appointed Manager, Instrumentation and Control Laboratory, Ricardo in 1980. Developed technical and business structures for complete systems development capability required for modern powertrain digital control systems. Responsible for technical development and staff recruitment to establish and expand a department providing a complete service to the automotive industry.

1968 - 1970: Noise and Vibration Engineer, Germany
Responsible for noise and vibration measurement, assessment and reduction for Cummins Diesel Engine company based in Essen, West Germany.

1967 - 1968: M.Sc. Noise and Vibration, Institute of Sound and Vibration Research, Southampton University
Theoretical and practical studies in automotive applications. Project involved in the analysis of rear axle noise generation mechanisms and reduction techniques.

1964 - 1967: B.Sc.(Eng) in Mechanical Engineering, Southampton University
Final year project in gear noise measurement and failure detection.

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