Our Speakers

Alison is a professional educator with over 30 years of experience, across 3 continents. She is an accomplished trainer in engineering mathematics and electrical science, being committed to engaging and accessible delivery. 

Andrew is a practical and pragmatic asset management consultant and professional electrical engineer. As an effective project manager, he has successfully delivered some of the largest and most complex projects EA Technology have ever undertaken.

Bernard is a Senior Consultant and the Delivery Manager within EA Training. He started in the industry as an apprentice over 40 years ago, having spent the past 35years at EA Technology. His experiences include project & resource management, cable diagnostic & condition assessment and HV electrical testing.

Catherine Birkinshaw-Doyle is a Senior Consultant in the Innovation Delivery team. She is the engineering lead for the Connect LV load flow and network assessment tool, with wide-ranging experience of engineering consultancy projects in the electricity sector. 

Dave is a technical engineer with over 12 years’ experience working in and around HV/LV failure investigation, he is heavily involved in SF₆ training within the electricity industry as well as for the MOD both at Capenhurst and at customers training facilities. 

David is a Chartered Engineer and has been working with the electricity networks, energy users and renewable developers globally to provide power systems consultancy for more than 10 years. .

Etete is a professional with a strong academic background and extensive industry experience. He holds a master's degree and PhD in the field of electrical power systems engineering. He is currently a Power System Consultant at EA Technology with in-depth knowledge of electrical systems, modelling and industry standards. 

Ian heads up EA Technology’s Earthing and Lightning Propositions. He has a vast experience with performing earthing and lightning protection audits worldwide for customers such as BP, Sullom Voe Oil Terminal and MOD sites.

Jon is an analytical engineer who thrives on innovative ideas and problem solving. He is a very experienced industrial engineer, resourceful and adaptable when working as part of a team or on his own initiative. He is stimulated by a mix of hands-on and office-based work. 

Jonathan is Head of Analytical Services covering Forensics and Oil Diagnostics. With a core capability in Forensic Engineering and Oil Analysis and Interpretation.

Mei started in the industry as a trainee linesman with Freedom on the SPEN South patch in Merseyside & North Wales in 2011 carrying out maintenance, rebuild, modernisation and fault work on the network from LV up to 33kV. 

Mike joined EA Technology in 2012 and is the Head of EA Training. With over 30 years’ experience within the electricity industry and over 20 years in training delivery, he has an in-depth knowledge of industry requirements.  He has used this experience to develop industry qualifications and has assisted in various sector skills working groups. He works closely with our customers to delivery practical solutions to their training needs.

Stephen works in the HV Service Team as a Technical Engineer within EA Technology, where he has been employed for 14 years. He travels throughout the UK and the world, conducting a range of HV testing on clients' Switchgear and Transformers.

Stuart is the PD Services Technical manager of the PD services team at EA Technology and joined the company in 2007. Stuart manages our PD services team ensuring consistent delivery of the technical services to meet the customer needs.

Thomas is a consultant within the PD Services team. With over 15 years’ experience within the industry, Thomas has an excellent understanding of all aspects of condition assessment testing techniques. He has travelled to all parts of the world supporting customers through preventative & reactive maintenance programs, installation of condition monitoring equipment and permanent PD sensor installations. 

Tony is a Chartered Engineer and Member of the Institution of Engineering and Technology as well as holding an IAM certificate in Asset Management and is a Lloyds Registered trained Auditor. He uses his extensive 40+ years’ experience to provide technical advice and support to his clients.