DWG: LP-ENG-2026-EE | PRESTON, UK
LEE PARKINSON [EE]
FIG 01.0 // SPECIFICATION SHEET: HI, I'M LEE
Lee Parkinson
OPERATOR: LEE PARKINSON
AGE: 21 ← operator photo ULAN EE
ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING (FOUNDATION YEAR) • ULAN PRESTON

Hi, I'm Lee.

"Studying Electrical Engineering at ULan. Working on cars, electronics, and software."

I'm 21, based in Preston, and studying Electrical Engineering at the University of Lancashire (ULan). Growing up, I've always loved technology, mechanics, electrics, and computers — along with tinkering with software & games and a brief stint as a DJ.

AGE 21 Years Old
CAMPUS ULan, Preston
DISCIPLINE Electrical Eng.
BACKGROUND Hospitality & Eng.
CURRICULUM VITAE • UPDATED OCT 2026
Available for Engineering Placements & Roles
Interactive Web Sheet & Embedded PDF (252KB)
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DRAFTING SHEETS // 07 SECTIONS
📄 FULL CV
01 // ABOUT ME

A Bit About Me

Growing up, I've always been into technology, mechanics, electrics, and computers. Whether it was taking things apart to see how they worked, building PCs, or fixing things up, I've always preferred learning by actually getting my hands dirty.

Before starting uni, I worked as an Apprentice Technician at Car Cosmetics, where I got proper hands-on experience working on cars — doing mechanical repairs, servicing, bleeding brakes, and tracking down electrical faults.

I'm 21 and living in Preston, doing my Foundation Year in Electrical Engineering at the University of Lancashire (ULan) alongside working as a Bar Team Leader at Wetherspoons (The Velvet Coaster in Blackpool & The Twelve Tellers in Preston). Outside of uni and work, I'm usually working on cars, tinkering with electronics, or tinkering with software and games.

// FIELD NOTES

"I've always learned best by getting hands-on — whether that's working on a car, wiring something up, or building it on a PC."

• Age: 21 • Based in Preston, Lancashire
• Electrical Engineering (Foundation) @ ULan
• Bar Team Leader @ Wetherspoons (Velvet Coaster & Twelve Tellers)
• Cars, Electrics, Computers & ICT
PILLAR 01[ELECTRICAL]

Electrical Engineering

Studying my Foundation Year at ULan in Preston — building up the maths, physics, and circuit fundamentals behind electrical systems.

PILLAR 02[MECHANICS]

Working on Cars

Practical workshop experience from Car Cosmetics — servicing, mechanical repairs, brake bleeding, and sorting out vehicle electrics.

PILLAR 03[TECH & IT]

Computers & ICT

Strong background in Digital ICT and Computer Science — PC hardware, networking, systems troubleshooting, and tinkering with software and games.

02 // SCHEMATICS

Technical Focus & Schematics

Electrical engineering, automotive mechanics, Computer Science & ICT, and live audio.

CAD-01 // ACADEMIC SPEC ULan • Preston

Electrical Engineering (Foundation Year)

Currently completing my Foundation Year in Electrical Engineering at the University of Lancashire (ULan) — covering core engineering mathematics, physics, circuit analysis, and practical lab work.

Circuit Fundamentals Electronics Engineering Maths Lab Practicals
CAD-02 // WORKSHOP MECHANICS Car Cosmetics

Automotive Diagnostics & Mechanics

Hands-on workshop experience diagnosing mechanical and electrical faults on cars, carrying out servicing and fluid changes, bleeding hydraulic brake lines, and fitting aftermarket parts.

Fault Finding Vehicle Electrics Brake Bleeding Mechanical Repair
CS-01 // SOFTWARE & SYSTEMS Computing

Computer Science

Studied Computer Science at A-Level alongside years of tinkering with computers — covering how hardware architectures work, programming basics, operating systems, and customising software.

PC Architecture Operating Systems Code & Scripting
ICT-02 // DIGITAL ICT & HARDWARE D*D* & D*2

Digital ICT & Systems

Achieved top marks in both BTEC IT (D*D*) and Digital ICT (D*2) — hands-on with PC building and hardware repair, networking setups, databases, and troubleshooting systems.

PC Building Networking IT Troubleshooting
AUDIO-01 // FORMER DJ brief DJ stint

Former DJ & Live Sound Setups

I had a brief stint DJing live sets at local venues. Even though my time DJing was short, it was great fun getting hands-on with Pioneer decks, mixers, live audio routing, and playing music for a crowd.

It also sparked a lasting interest in sound systems, audio hardware, and how live setups are wired and balanced.

DECKS Pioneer DJ
AUDIO Live Mixing & EQ
SETUP Booth & PA Gear
Lee Parkinson live DJ booth
FIG 02.4A "live booth"
Lee Parkinson live DJ set
FIG 02.4B "on the decks"
04 // EXPERIENCE

Work Experience & Career Logbook

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FULL CURRICULUM VITAE SPECIFICATION • Includes printable PDF format & complete employer references
[JOB 05]

Wetherspoons

The Velvet Coaster ➔ The Twelve Tellers BAR TEAM LEADER
Bar Team Leader (Team Leader at both venues)
The Velvet Coaster (Blackpool) TEAM LEADER

Bar Team Leader at the massive multi-level venue on Blackpool South Shore. Led shift operations across multiple bars, managed cellar stock, coordinated floor teams, and kept high-volume service moving during peak seaside rushes.

The Twelve Tellers (Preston) TEAM LEADER

Transferred as Bar Team Leader to The Twelve Tellers on Church Street alongside studying Electrical Engineering at ULan. Continuing shift leadership, staff coordination, till reconciliations, and licensing compliance.

  • Shift Leadership: Bar Team Leader across both high-volume venues, running busy shifts, coordinating floor and bar teams, and keeping service moving smoothly during peak periods serving 1,000s of patrons.
  • Operations Management: Handle till reconciliations, cash management, cellar stock and line maintenance, and opening/closing checks across fast-paced venues.
  • Training & Standards: Train new starters, stay on top of Challenge 25 and licensing rules, and maintain tight health and safety standards.
03/2025 — Present
Blackpool ➔ Preston
"Velvet Coaster → Twelve Tellers"
[JOB 04]

Amazon Logistics (313 Logistics)

OPERATIONS
Multi-Drop Delivery Driver
  • Managed daily van loading and safe delivery of up to 315 parcels across 180+ stops on tight schedules.
  • Worked out efficient routes on the road and kept delivery accuracy and customer handovers consistent.
  • Handled my own self-employment records, mileage logs, and tax admin.
11/2024 — 04/2025
Leyland, Lancashire
[JOB 03]

Car Cosmetics

MECHANICAL
Apprentice Automotive Technician — Diagnostics & Repair
  • Tracked down mechanical faults, wiring issues, and sensor problems on vehicles in the workshop.
  • Carried out routine servicing, fluid changes, brake work, and hydraulic bleeding.
  • Stripped down and replaced worn mechanical parts and fitted upgraded components.
04/2024 — 10/2024
Blackpool, Lancashire
"workshop diagnostics"
[JOB 02]

Pleasure Beach Resort

SAFETY OPERATIONS
Ride Operator
  • Operated major rides following strict health, safety, and mechanical check procedures.
  • Ran daily pre-opening checks on restraints, sensors, and control systems before letting the public on.
  • Helped train newer operators on safe ride operation and emergency procedures.
03/2023 — 11/2024
Blackpool, Lancashire
[JOB 01]

McDonald's

CREW
Crew Member
  • Worked across kitchen and front counter systems during busy rushes.
  • Built a solid habit of working fast as part of a team while keeping everything clean and accurate.
03/2022 — 02/2023
Blackpool, Lancashire
"where I started"
05 // EDUCATION

Academic Qualifications

[DEGREE-01]

University of Lancashire (ULan)

FOUNDATION YEAR
Electrical Engineering (Foundation Year)

Building core engineering maths, physics, and practical lab skills alongside electrical circuit theory, digital electronics, power systems, and sensor instrumentation.

Circuit TheoryDigital ElectronicsPower SystemsSensor InstrumentationEngineering Maths
2026 — Present
Preston, Lancashire
"foundation year"
[LEVEL 3]

Blackpool Sixth Form College

A-LEVELS & BTEC
BTEC National Extended Diploma & GCE Advanced Level
BTEC NATIONAL DIPLOMA Information Technology: D* D*
GCE A-LEVEL Computer Science: Grade E

Focused on computer hardware, networking, relational databases and SQL, programming, and IT systems administration.

Completed 08/2023
Blackpool, Lancashire
"Double Distinction Star"
[LEVEL 2]

St Mary's Catholic Academy

GCSEs & LEVEL 2
General Certificate of Secondary Education (GCSEs)
DIGITAL ICT ★ D*2 (Distinction*)
PHOTOGRAPHY Grade 9
ENGLISH LANG / LIT Grade 6 / Grade 5
MATHEMATICS Grade 4
SCIENCES (TRIPLE) Biology: Grade 6 • Chemistry: Grade 5 • Physics: Grade 5

Strong foundation in Digital ICT (Distinction* D*2), Triple Science (Physics, Chemistry, Biology), Mathematics, English, and Photography.

Secondary Education
Blackpool, Lancashire
"D*2 in Digital ICT"
06 // HOBBIES

Mountains, Camping & Cars

what I do when I'm not at uni or work

MAIN HOBBY 01 // MOUNTAINEERING Lake District & UK Peaks

Mountaineering & Camping

Getting up into the mountains is my favourite way to switch off — climbing fells, scrambling up rocky gorges, and camping out with a view over the valley.

Living in Preston makes it easy to head up to the Lake District or across the Pennines for a weekend.

Lee climbing up to a gorge waterfall Enlarge ↗
FIG 06.1A // GORGE "hidden waterfall"
Mountain stream looking out toward lake and fells Enlarge ↗
FIG 06.1B // VALLEY "out in the fells"
Fells & RidgesGorge ScramblesWild & Pitch Camping
MAIN HOBBY 02 // MOTORING BMW E90 3 Series

Motoring, Racing & Cars

Cars have always been a big part of my life — from working on them at Car Cosmetics to looking after my own red BMW E90 3 Series.

I'm into anything motoring: racing, car meets, driving, and doing my own servicing, fixes, and small mods (like the front splitter).

Front of Lee's red BMW E90 with front splitter Enlarge ↗
FIG 06.2A // E90 FRONT "fresh wash"
Lee's red BMW E90 at night with angel eyes on Enlarge ↗
FIG 06.2B // NIGHT "angel eyes on"
BMW E90Racing & MotorsportCar MeetsDIY Servicing & Mods
SIDE 01 // PHOTOGRAPHY

Landscape Photography

Putting my Grade 9 Photography to use shooting mountains, waterfalls, and cars.

SIDE 02 // TECH

PCs & Tinkering

Building PCs, fixing electronics, and tinkering with software and games.

SIDE 03 // MUSIC

Music & Sound

Still into music and audio gear after my brief stint as a DJ.

07 // CONTACT

Get in Touch

Open to Engineering Placements & Opportunities

Feel free to reach out directly via email or connect on professional channels.

SPECIFICATION SOURCE REPOSITORY: github.com/leeprky/leeprky.github.io ↗