Haydn Smith

Haydn Smith is a seasoned engineering professional with extensive experience in technical roles across various industries. Currently serving as a Senior Technician and Supervisor in Floorcare Research at Dyson since April 2017, Haydn has also contributed to the Dynomometer Test for the EV Project and supervised motors building in RDD. Prior to Dyson, roles included Development Engineer at Aberlink Ltd Innovative Metrology and Engineering Technologist in New Product Development at National Oilwell Varco, where responsibilities included testing synthetic diamond cutters and designing manufacturing fixtures. Career progression began as a Workshop Operative at Reed Hycalog and included leadership as Matrix Team Leader, alongside foundational technical training as a Development Technician at Lister Petter. Haydn's career commenced with military service as a Marine Engineer in the Army, and early education included an apprenticeship at Lister Petter while attending Stroud College.