ENGINEERING
DESIGN & CONSULTANCY
FOR FILM, TELEVISION & INDUSTRY
Precision, Safety, Creativity – Engineered to Perform
Mechanical & Structural SFX Engineering
As a chartered engineer with over 25 years of experience, I design and deliver mechanical special effects systems for film and television. My work combines engineering rigour with practical creativity, covering everything from initial concept through to on-set execution. The aim is always the same: effects that are safe, reliable and fit for purpose.
Alongside this I offer engineering design and consultancy services across the wider engineering sector.
I provide engineering design and consultancy for special effects rigs, structures, and mechanical systems used in film and industry.
Projects include:
Hydraulic and pneumatic rigs
Mechanical and structural assemblies
Precision motion systems
Lifting and mechanical effects
Custom SFX mechanisms and set integrations
- Custom rig telemetry systems
Every project is supported by professional engineering analysis, ensuring safety, reliability, and compliance with UK and European standards.
SFX Rig Design, Safety & Compliance
Producers and SFX supervisors rely on me to design, review, and asses rigs for practical effects and on-set applications.
I carry out:
Rig assessments and certification
Engineering analysis and technical reporting
Machinery safety compliance (UK & EU)
Risk and integrity reviews for special effects systems
My work ensures every SFX rig meets structural, mechanical, and operational safety standards supporting both creative vision and production safety.
Project Management & Technical Consultancy
In addition to design, I offer project management, technical supervision, and engineering consultancy for film productions in the UK and internationally.
Services include:
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End-to-end SFX project delivery
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Engineering documentation and compliance reports
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Coordination with production, safety, and SFX departments
Whether you need an engineer to design a rig, manage a complex SFX build, or advise on machinery safety compliance, I provide expert, dependable support.
Professional Affiliations
- Chartered Engineer, registered with the Engineering Council
- Fellow of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers
- Fellow of the Institution of Engineering Designers
- Member of the Institute of Explosives Engineers
- TÜV Süd Diploma in European Machinery Safety
