David Polkinghorne

David Polkinghorne is a seasoned professional in the mining analytics field, currently serving as Mining Analytics Manager at CR Digital since November 2018. Prior roles included Analysis & Improvement Lead and Analysis and Improvement Engineer at CR Digital, as well as Project Engineer at CQMS Razer from January 2017 to December 2018, and Graduate Engineer at LC Engineering from December 2013 to January 2017. David's expertise encompasses discrete element modelling, CAD modelling, FEA modelling/analysis, mechanical component design, data and numerical analysis, software development, and client report presentations, with a focus on enhancing hydraulic face shovel buckets and related components. David holds a Bachelor of Engineering in Mechanical Engineering from The University of Queensland, completed between 2008 and 2012, and has been affiliated with Cromwell College during the same period.