Hugh G.
Chartered Mechanical Engineer and Designer
Guildford,
United Kingdom
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About
I help organisations turn challenging ideas into safe, reliable, and fully engineered mechanical solutions. As a Chartered Mechanical Engineer with 25+ years’ experience, I design and deliver complex mechanical systems including mechanisms, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, motion-control solutions, and custom-built machinery.
My background in the fast-paced film industry means I’m used to solving unusual technical problems under tight deadlines, adapting rapidly to changing requirements, and producing designs that work first time in demanding real-world conditions.
I manage the full engineering lifecycle from concept development, CAD modelling and analysis, through to prototyping, testing, documentation, and on-site implementation. I bring a blend of creativity, rigorous engineering discipline, and hands on experience that helps teams deliver robust, practical outcomes.
Typical projects I handle include:
• Mechanical and structural design packages
• Hydraulic, pneumatic, and motion-control systems
• Prototype development and testing
• Engineering calculations, FEA, and safety documentation
• Mechanisms, rigs, jigs, and bespoke machinery
• Troubleshooting and improving existing systems
• Project management and technical leadership for multi-disciplinary builds
If you need dependable mechanical engineering expertise, fast problem-solving, and clear, technically sound deliverables, I can help.
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My background in the fast-paced film industry means I’m used to solving unusual technical problems under tight deadlines, adapting rapidly to changing requirements, and producing designs that work first time in demanding real-world conditions.
I manage the full engineering lifecycle from concept development, CAD modelling and analysis, through to prototyping, testing, documentation, and on-site implementation. I bring a blend of creativity, rigorous engineering discipline, and hands on experience that helps teams deliver robust, practical outcomes.
Typical projects I handle include:
• Mechanical and structural design packages
• Hydraulic, pneumatic, and motion-control systems
• Prototype development and testing
• Engineering calculations, FEA, and safety documentation
• Mechanisms, rigs, jigs, and bespoke machinery
• Troubleshooting and improving existing systems
• Project management and technical leadership for multi-disciplinary builds
If you need dependable mechanical engineering expertise, fast problem-solving, and clear, technically sound deliverables, I can help.
Experience
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Founder / Director
Goodbody Effects Ltd · Full-time
Jul 2003 –
Present
22 yrs 5 mos
Guildford, England, United Kingdom
I lead the end-to-end delivery of complex mechanical engineering projects, specialising in mechanical design, CAD modelling, engineering analysis, and custom system development. I design and build mechanisms, structural components, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, motion-control solutions, and bespoke machinery for fast-paced, high-demand environments.
Key responsibilities and deliverables include:
• Mechanical & structural design (Onshape, CAD, FEA, calculations)
• Development of mechanisms, rigs, assemblies, and precision components
• Hydraulic, pneumatic & motion-control systems design and integration
• Prototyping, testing, troubleshooting & optimisation
• Technical documentation, risk assessment & safety compliance
• Multi-disciplinary project management from concept to deployment
• Rapid problem-solving and adapting designs to evolving requirements
This role has strengthened my ability to deliver robust, reliable, and technically sound engineering solutions under tight deadlines — with a focus on clear communication, practical execution, and high-quality deliverables.
Education
- Edinburgh University Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, 2:1 1997 – 2001
Licenses & Certifications
- European Machinery Safety Nov 2018 – Present
- Chartered Engineer Jan 2018 – Present
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Joined: December 2, 2025
Last seen: December 5, 2025
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Location
Guildford, United Kingdom