Simon Reid

BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT MANAGER

Skills Overview

Simon draws a depth of experience in the hydro power industry. Capturing the feasibility, design, manufacture, installation and commissioning of hydro power schemes within his scope of knowledge. He has worked with run of river hydros and dammed schemes, both Francis and Pelton turbines in both the horizontal and vertical orientation. Working within a range of sizes from 5kW to 65MW. Simon also has a strong backing in project management and has lead teams from project start to finish in both the mechanical and civil sector. His prior experience as engineering manager has lead to refining his skill set in people management and project leadership.

• MECHANICAL DESIGN – Simon has a depth of knowledge when it comes to mechanical design, specifically in the hydro power space, understanding fits, geometric dimensioning and tolerancing and assembly considerations. Designing complete hydro turbines of both Francis and Pelton systems, considering assembly procedures, manufacturability and cost-to-value ratio for every component that makes up the turbine assembly.
  His design knowledge spans outside of hydro also, having many transposable skills from hydro to other industry, he has provided design solutions for pulp and paper, Forestry and geothermal to name a few.
• PROJECT ENGINEERING / PROJECT MANAGEMENT – Simon has a broad history of project engineering / project management, stemming from capex projects at a bitumen processing plant to bridge repairs on skippers canyon road and further leading the mechanical installation for a new hydro power station to name a few key projects. All projects required detailed and defined planning, compiling documentation and drawings, clear instruction, tasking appropriate individuals to complete key duties and closing out projects in a timely manner. Simon’s projects see completion within set time frames and without delays due to unforeseen issues. He is quick to work towards solutions during project delivery ensuring time delays on issues are kept to a minimum. Simon is not unwilling to put the hours in to get the job done.
• HYDRO – Simon’s niche is hydro turbines. He has lead the design, manufacture, installation and commissioning on various hydro power schemes and turbine arrangements. He has a depth of knowledge on designing but also installation of hydro turbines and loves to get involved on both fronts. Assisting his team with installation and alignment of the turbines. He builds both his hands on skills and understanding of design considerations for assembly which he uses to his advantage for future designs.
• CLIENT COMMUNICATION – Simon communicates very effectively with clients to ensure the utmost information is obtained from each client to ensure understanding and the scope of the issue, problem or project is understood in detail. He keeps consistent with updating and checking in with the client to ensure satisfaction and capture any issues or concerns early on during the project or design phase. He ensures critical information is captured by way of email or documentation.

Project Experience