Ross McNaughton BEng MIET

Project Engineer at Cyber-Weld

Coventry, England, United Kingdom

About

Technical Project Engineer with a strong foundation in Electrical and Mechanical Engineering, specialising in robotics, automation systems, and aviation technology. I bring hands-on expertise across the full project lifecycle, from concept design, system assembly, and programming, through to testing, commissioning, and customer support. My experience spans bespoke robotic welding systems (Cyber-Weld), Automated Weather Observing Systems (MM Aviation), and offshore wireless telemetry deployments (Metrol Technology), giving me a broad and adaptable skill set in safety-critical and precision engineering environments. With a BEng in Engineering Systems completed at 19, I have continually built technical depth in PLCs, AutoCAD design, robotics and systems troubleshooting. I am passionate about delivering high-performance engineering solutions that balance innovation, reliability, and client satisfaction, and I thrive working both independently and within multidisciplinary teams. Always seeking to expand my expertise, I am enthusiastic about contributing to challenging projects in automation, robotics, aviation, or systems integration fields.

Experience

  • Project Engineer at Cyber-Weld Ltd
    Feb 2025 - Present · 1 yr 6 mos

    As a Project Engineer at Cyber-Weld, I specialise in the delivery of bespoke robotic welding and automation systems, with a focus on FANUC robot integration. I am involved across the full project lifecycle, from mechanical and electrical assembly through to programming, testing, and commissioning both in-house and on customer sites. I work closely with multidisciplinary teams to configure robots, develop I/O logic, integrate welding equipment, and prepare automation systems for customer acceptance. My responsibilities also include contributing to risk assessments, producing technical documentation, and providing direct client support during installation, handover, and aftercare phases. This role demands a strong combination of technical rigour, hands-on problem-solving, and practical troubleshooting to ensure system reliability and precision. I am actively developing my expertise in advanced automation and robotics, helping deliver tailored, high-performance solutions that meet the evolving needs of industrial customers.

  • Project Engineer at MM Aviation
    Oct 2022 - Feb 2025 · 2 yrs 5 mos

    As a Project Engineer at MM Aviation, I lead Automated Weather Observing System (AWOS) projects for major UK airports from initial concept through to on-site installation. I manage all phases including system design, build, testing, and technical documentation, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. I create detailed 2D CAD drawings to support system architecture, including wiring diagrams, data distribution diagrams, cabinet layouts, and system overviews. My work requires expertise in communication protocols (RS232/422/485, UDP/TCP) and power systems (5V–230V), gained through commissioning and maintaining complex AWOS installations across server racks, site enclosures, and physical sensor networks. I am skilled in modifying and configuring bespoke and third-party software to ensure optimal system performance, sourcing and integrating critical components such as pressure, temperature/humidity, visibility, and cloud cover sensors. I conduct Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT) and Site Acceptance Tests (SAT) to verify full system functionality before and after deployment, and I support live, safety-critical systems across the UK with a focus on troubleshooting electronic systems down to Line Replaceable Unit (LRU) level. Additionally, I produce a range of technical documentation, including technical bulletins, client user manuals, and detailed commissioning reports, ensuring clear and professional communication with both internal teams and external clients.

  • Field Engineer at Metrol Technology
    Jul 2019 - Oct 2022 · 3 yrs 4 mos

    As a Field Engineer at Metrol Technology, I supported offshore deployments of industry-leading wireless downhole data acquisition systems on oil rigs and offshore supply vessels. I was responsible for the setup, testing, and troubleshooting of complex telemetry systems in demanding offshore environments, ensuring compliance with stringent HSE protocols. During the COVID-19 pandemic, I expanded my role to assist with tendering processes and basic client appraisals, gaining early exposure to project engineering functions. I maintained detailed operational logs and assisted in preparing engineering reports for internal teams and clients, supporting continuous improvement and service delivery standards. I actively pursued professional development in a safety-critical field, completing relevant certifications including BOSIET (Basic Offshore Safety Induction and Emergency Training), MIST (Minimum Industry Safety Training), and ICWF (Introduction to Working with Chemicals Offshore). This role provided me with valuable experience working both independently and collaboratively with offshore teams, honing my technical problem-solving abilities, adaptability, and communication skills under pressure.

  • Duty Officer at Moray Council
    Jan 2015 - Jul 2019 · 4 yrs 7 mos