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Mathew Williams

Mathew Williams

Summary

I have spent the past 8 years solving customer problems through innovation. In my current role as Innovation Leader, I lead a team of engineers to study present customer problems, future industry 4.0 needs and invent the latest generation of products. The process of interacting with customers, understanding their issues and working with internal teams to create solutions is what I enjoy. I have studied and worked in 6 different countries.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

New Product Design Manager

Dyson
08.2023 - Current
  • Direct a project team of approximately 40 members, leading the conceptualization and development of pioneering early-stage concepts for electronic consumer devices, integrating advanced software and machine learning technologies.
  • Articulate and define the product vision, steering technical development and R&D in a highly ambiguous, early-stage environment.
  • Directly manage and mentor a team of 5 engineers in terms of career development, fostering their professional growth and skill enhancement.
  • Orchestrate and synergize efforts across multidisciplinary technical teams, including mechanical, electronics, firmware, software, and cutting-edge biological research.
  • Collaborate with the strategy team and various project stakeholders to align on project direction and milestones.
  • Deliver bi-weekly project updates to James Dyson, the founder, highlighting key advancements and strategic decisions.
  • Present bi-weekly comprehensive updates to the Chief of Innovation and Chief of Research, ensuring alignment with high-level innovation goals.
  • Navigate and ensure adherence to regulatory requirements for medically classified products, leveraging expertise in compliance.

Innovation Leader

SCHNEIDER ELECTRIC
07.2021 - Current
  • Led the creation of an innovation program from scratch, including building a cross-functional team, establishing processes and tools, and defining metrics for success.
  • Developing multiple new products for the industrial automation and logistics domain, utilizing design thinking and agile methodologies to drive the ideation and development process.
  • Collaborating with internal and external stakeholders, including customers and industry experts, to gather insights and validate product ideas.
  • Conducting market research and analyzing industry trends to identify opportunities for innovation in the areas of smart factories and smart logistics.
  • Directly managing 1 junior innovation leader and 1 intern, providing guidance and support to help them develop their skills and advance their careers.
  • Managing a budget of $400K for innovation projects, including resource allocation, project planning, and progress tracking.
  • Launching a company-wide innovation ideation campaign, resulting in a 100% increase in the number of implemented ideas.
  • Overseeing competitive analysis to inform product strategy and positioning.

Founder in Residence

SINGAPORE DEEP-TECH ALLIANCE
08.2022 - 12.2022
  • Participated in competitive deep tech incubation program focused on creating next generation of startups in industrial space.
  • Worked closely with team of entrepreneurs, subject matter experts, and industry advisors to develop and validate deep tech startup concept.
  • Utilized design thinking and lean startup methodologies to prototype and test viability of startup idea.

Project Design Leader

SCHNEIDER ELECTRIC
06.2017 - 07.2021
  • Technical lead for design of IoT electronic product range powered by energy harvesting technology
  • Evolved product design and development to enable mass manufacturing of three innovative products
  • Managed full product development process from ideation to final production, including technical project management of global cross-functional team of firmware, electrical, and mechanical engineers
  • Provided vital support in preparing for and setting up manufacturing line in France, utilizing strong problem-solving skills to overcome constraints and challenges.

Senior Mechanical Engineer

MBTECH
01.2015 - 04.2017
  • Responsible for design and on-time/on-budget delivery of numerous gearbox components, including two gearbox housings, plastic injection molding parts, sealing elements and shafts
  • Coordination and management of design work performed in MBtech international offices.
  • Acted as technical interface between customer and design teams
  • Created and maintained project management tool using Excel

Education

Master of Science - Mechanical Engineering

INSA De Toulouse
France
10.2014

Universidad De Buenos Aires (UBA)

Universidade Federal Do Rio De Janeiro (UFRJ)

Skills

  • Product Design
  • Design leadership
  • Concept Development
  • Cross-functional team management
  • Communication and collaboration
  • Leadership and people development
  • Innovation management
  • Project management

Languages

English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
French
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
German
Advanced (C1)
Spanish
Advanced (C1)
Chinese (Mandarin)
Beginner (A1)
Portuguese
Intermediate (B1)

Extracurricular activities

Rugby – 14 years competition (4 years at a semi-professional level)

Traveling - Visited over 20 countries on 3 continents

Head of the sports activities organising team for Schneider Electric Singapore (1000 employees)

Programming Creation of basic embedded electronic devices using Arduino and Raspberry Pi

Timeline

New Product Design Manager

Dyson
08.2023 - Current

Founder in Residence

SINGAPORE DEEP-TECH ALLIANCE
08.2022 - 12.2022

Innovation Leader

SCHNEIDER ELECTRIC
07.2021 - Current

Project Design Leader

SCHNEIDER ELECTRIC
06.2017 - 07.2021

Senior Mechanical Engineer

MBTECH
01.2015 - 04.2017

Master of Science - Mechanical Engineering

INSA De Toulouse

Universidad De Buenos Aires (UBA)

Universidade Federal Do Rio De Janeiro (UFRJ)

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