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Simon is a chartered engineer with over a decade of experience leading Systems Engineering teams in product development and system integration, now working as an affiliate researcher for MIT FutureTech and independently, applying Systems Engineering methodology to the technical governance of Artificial Intelligence. He completed the 2025 Winter Fellowship at the Centre for the Governance of AI, working on the application of Systems Theoretic Process Analysis (STPA) to frontier AI. He developed and leads the AI Incident Tracker - a classification tool and dashboard to add structure to datasets of reported AI safety incidents, which is hosted by the MIT AI Risk Repository. He co-authored ‘Assessing confidence in frontier AI safety cases’ exploring probabilistic assessment methods and has developed data pipelines to gain insights about AI risk profiles and coverage from sources including open-source intelligence (social media feeds) and AI governance document databases. Simon led the Engineering team at London-based hydrogen fuel cell developer and integrator Arcola Energy from its inception in 2010 through to its 2021 acquisition by Ballard Power Systems and for 2 further years with Ballard, developing H2 fuel cell powertrains for heavy-duty vehicles, reporting to the Canadian parent company. His fuel cell experience spans applications up to megawatt scale and across portable, stationary, automotive, aerospace and off-highway applications. He has led design and build teams working on fuel cell stacks, fuel cell modules, compressed hydrogen storage, chemical hydrogen production, hydrogen compression & refuelling, high power batteries (cell to full-system), high voltage power distribution, thermal management, electric drives, hybrid vehicle control systems and whole vehicle integration including development and demonstration of the first UK hydrogen-powered train developed for Scottish Government. Whilst at Arcola Energy, he spent 3 years as a visiting researcher at Imperial College London, working on the development of a vanadium/hydrogen flow battery and control strategies to optimise performance of PEM fuel cells. Simon built the Arcola/Ballard UK engineering capability from scratch to a highly collaborative values-driven team of 65 spanning multiple disciplines, employing a Systems Engineering approach based around ISO15288 (System Life Cycle Processes). He has operational experience running businesses, implementing new processes and managing change during rapid growth/transition. He developed, delivered and reported on multi-million pound projects for commercial customers as well as UKRI, Innovate UK/other funding bodies. Simon co-founded the light performance company Feeding the Fish, developing and patenting the LED technology on which their shows are based. He toured worldwide including performing at large-scale events such as the Olympics closing ceremony, and creating bespoke equipment for arena shows including Universal Studios’ Fast and Furious Live, before stepping back from the role to focus on engineering. He studied at University College London, where he was awarded a First Class degree in Linguistics and Cognitive Science.

Are you seeking an executive-level Subject Matter Expert (SME) to conduct rigorous due diligence, techno-economic modeling, or front-end feasibility studies for complex energy and infrastructure projects? With over 20 years of global experience spanning supermajor energy operators, Tier-1 EPC firms, and multilateral development banks—including direct advisory work for major multilateral development banks (MDBs)—I bridge technical engineering with financial and strategic decision-making. How I Can Help Your Organization: • MDB & Institutional Due Diligence: Conducting 360-degree technical, economic, and environmental reviews, structuring Inception Reports, and evaluating funding application compliance. • Techno-Economic Modelling & Feasibility: Building CAPEX/OPEX vs. yield balance models for clean energy, hydrogen, carbon capture, LNG, and low-carbon technologies. • Vendor Selection & Procurement: Designing multi-supplier selection protocols, technical product specification documents, and vendor vetting frameworks to eliminate underperforming software or equipment suppliers. • PMO Setup & Governance: Establishing Project Management Offices, defining project templates, and aligning workflows with ISO 9001, HSEQ, and LOPA/HAZOP safety standards. 🔹 MDB SME Subcontractor: Evaluated complex renewable energy, energy efficiency, and infrastructure funding applications. 🔹 Global EPC & Supermajor Alum: Led front-end engineering design (FEED), process simulation (Aspen HYSYS, Flarenet), equipment sizing, and PMC client advisory for multi-million-pound capital assets across Tier-1 engineering firms and energy majors. 🔹 Engineering Sector Optimization Consultant: Managed multi-vendor selection and software integration protocols aligning advanced technical tools with C-suite operational goals. Core Competencies: Techno-Economic Analysis | MDB Compliance | Process Engineering (P&IDs, PFDs, Sizing) | HAZOP / LOPA Risk Studies | Vendor Procurement | PMO Setup & Governance Let’s discuss your project requirements. Send a direct invitation or message to schedule an introductory consultation.

Project Manager | 15+ Years Driving Impact in Environmental Engineering & Advanced Technology Certified in PRINCE2® Practitioner and Lean Six Sigma Green Belt, I lead high-impact projects at the intersection of sustainability, engineering, and AI. My mission: to accelerate the shift to a greener, tech-driven future. Core Strengths • Sustainable Engineering – Delivered renewable energy and decarbonization projects (solar, heat pumps, energy storage), cutting emissions and boosting efficiency by 40%. • AI Integration – Led data-driven automation and predictive analytics projects, reducing operational costs by 30%+. • Cross-Functional Leadership – Managed teams of up to 300 across engineering, data, and executive functions. • Process Optimization – Applied Agile and Lean Six Sigma to cut project cycles by 50%+. Tools & Tech: SolidWorks, MATLAB, AutoCAD, MathCAD; experience with ML, NLP, computer vision, and data science. Industries: CleanTech, energy, environmental, manufacturing, SaaS, AI integrations, and infrastructure. I bring engineering precision and agile strategy to every project; delivering measurable results, on time and on budget. Let’s connect if you're scaling innovation through sustainability and smart tech.