Hello, my name is

Daniel Forbes

Electronics Engineer

About me

I have a passion for electronics and for building systems and creating products. I love coming up with creative solutions to complex problems.

Electronics/Mechatronics Engineering

As an engineer I have experience working with a wide range of electrical and electronic systems. I understand how different parts of a system work together and enjoy finding practical solutions to technical problems.

My experience includes designing, building, testing, and troubleshooting electronic products from design to production with technical knowledge of manufacturing and CAD designs. 

I take a practical and reliable approach to my work and aim to deliver systems that are functional, efficient, and robust.

Designing

I really enjoy the process of designing and coming up with clever and valuable systems and products

Building

I am an engineer with hands on experience in building and I understand the intricacies and limitations within machining

Motorbikes

I am very passionate about motorbikes, and love riding and maintaining them. I have been riding for over 15 years.

Skills

CAD design
65%
PCB design
80%
Building things
85%
Team player
100%
Product design
75%
Systems design
70%

My Experience

2023-Current

Radiola

Mechatronics Engineer

I am currently working on rolling out an on board announcement system on buses which allow blind or deaf people to more easily take public transport.

2020-2023

Metservice

Electronics Engineer / Technician

I was part of a uniquely-skilled team which is responsible for building, maintaining and installing weather stations around Aotearoa New Zealand and some Pacific Islands

2019-2020

Times 7

Engineer Intern

I was a part of an amazing design team and worked together with them to help design and develop RFID antennas

2020

Callaghan Innovation

Research Assistant

I worked on developing a process for high precision piezoelectric transducers to help reduce the risk of epileptic seizures.

Projects